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The Book of Detroiters 



A BIOGRAPHICAL DICTIONARY 
OF LEADING LIVING MEN 
OF THE CITY OF DETROIT 



Edited by 
ALBERT NELSON MARQUIS 

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FOREWORD 

The Book of Detroiters is the result of a conscientious effort to 
collect into a single volume of handy dimensions, condensed, accurate, 
authentic life-sketches of the men who have attained places of distinctive 
creditability in the city of Detroit. The aim has been to include all those 
living men whose worth and work count for most in Detroit today: the 
leaders and prominent factors in all public movements and important 
private enterprises; the controlling and influential representatives in 
business, financial, industrial, religious, educational, literary and other 
interests of useful and worthy character. In a word, the subjects of 
this book are the living men whose past endeavors or present activities 
have contributed most to the progressive achievements and influences 
of the city. 

This volume contains the largest number of sketches of Detroiters 
that has ever been gathered together, and not only in number but in 
the business and professional standing of those whose life-statistics are 
presented, the book may fairly claim precedence. It is intended to be 
a book of easy reference for the business office and the home library. 
It furnishes as complete a compendium of personal data in regard to 
those identified with the best movements and interests of Detroit as it 
has been possible to procure by patient care, experienced methods and 
large outlay of money. Worthy names have doubtless been omitted, 
but such omissions have not been wilfully made by the publishers, and 
probably every instance of the kind is due to neglect or refusal on the 
part of the man whose name is missing, to furnish the information 
requisite for biographical mention. All who were considered eligible 
were solicited in a respectful way to furnish data. The majority, so re- 
quested, responded freely to the request and the thanks of the publishers 
are hereby extended for their courtesy. A few gave information with 
evident reluctance and others showed complete indifference and let the 
request for data go unnoticed. 

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6 FOREWORD 

Such difference in the relative length of the sketches as may be 
found is not the result of editorial discrimination. In most instances 
the sketches which may be regarded as too short have been unduly cur- 
tailed because of the insufficiency of the data furnished. Speaking gen- 
erally, how^ever, the biographical notices combine completeness w^ith 
brevity, embodying all the salient facts in a succinct narration. 

Accuracy has been carefully and earnestly sought. Not only have 
the facts been procured, in nearly every instance, from first hands, but 
the completed sketches have been submitted for correction and verifica- 
tion, giving to each, w^ith very few exceptions, the force of autobiograph- 
ical sanction. Not a single sketch has been paid for or inserted on 
account of any financial consideration whatever, and all are free from 
eulogy, and presented in a form that experience has shown to be most 
satisfactory for ready reference. 

The man of business, especially, will find The Book of Detroiters 
helpful in many ways. It is in a special degree a work of reference con- 
cerning the men who represent the business interests of the city. The 
question often arises, when mention is made of some person : Who is he 
and what does he do? In the fewest words possible, this book aims to 
answer those questions and, in addition, to present the main facts in the 
business record of every person mentioned. The book will give the 
business man a closer insight into the larger business interests of the city 
and place him in closer touch with the men who are in control of its 
business affairs. 

To the press, this volume presents features of easily recognized 
value. Here the newspaper man will find many facts of present interest, 
and by the use of the book many errors resulting from hasty picking 
up of details from unreliable sources may, in a large measure, be avoided. 
This is quite as important a matter to the individual as to the newspaper, 
for who would not wish, when he becomes the subject of newspaper 
notice or comment, to be correctly represented, and thus avoid becoming 
the subject of ridicule or misconception? 

Many and varied are the interests controlled or represented by the 
men whose life-histories are here outlined. While many of these men 
are natives of Detroit, others were attracted from various cities and 
states of the Union and from Canada; and the leading countries of 
Europe have contributed in no small degree to the ensemble, making, as 
it does, a body of men representing one of the most active and progres- 
sive business centers in America. It required brains, perseverance, cour- 



FOREWORD 7 

age and faith to lay the foundations of the business and professional 
interests of Detroit, but these important elements have never been lack- 
ing, and the result is seen today in a superb, modern city, teeming with 
activity and steadily extending its influence into new and wider fields. 

The Book of Detroiters will be a constant and fruitful source of 
profit and pleasure in the home library. Often in home conversation 
the name of some person comes up in such a way as to raise an inquiry 
or difference of opinion as to his native state, his school or college, his 
status as to marriage, parentage, business connections, or his past or 
present civic or other honors or achievements. Such questions, for lack 
of reliable means of reference, have usually remained unanswered; but 
with The Book of Detroiters in the home library, a ready, reliable and 
satisfactory solution of such problems will be always accessible. 

Any person who looks through this work intelligently will be amply 
rewarded for his time. To the thoughtful student of men and affairs 
who lingers over its pages, the volume presents a marvelous record of 
individual achievement and makes plain why Detroit has attained the 
enviable position she now holds. Here have converged the forces that 
in the eager life of modern competition inevitably come to the front. 
Favored by location on one of the great waterways of the continent, and 
the natural outlet of some of the most productive industries of America, 
the permanent welfare of the city has been yet farther advanced by the 
enterprising character of its people. 

Detroit is recognized as one of the advanced municipalities of the 
Republic and the extent of the future development of such a city, it is 
not within the limits of the human mind to foresee. Elsewhere in this 
volume is briefly but lucidly described by Mr. William Stocking, the 
well-known Detroit journalist and historian, the present scope of the 
city's business interests ; but it may be remarked here that the wonderful 
record which he presents would have been impossible had it not been for 
the men whose names appear in this book. To those men and to their 
predecessors, the City of Detroit, with its great business interests, its 
educational and religious institutions, and its thousands of prosperous 
and happy homes, is a fitting monument. 



THE CITY OF DETROIT 

By WILLIAM STOCKING 

Detroit comes by fair inheritance to the title of a beautiful city. Its 
founder, Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac, who, with about one hundred fol- 
lowers, first pulled his bateaux ashore on the 24th of July, 1701, used 
glowing terms in describing his place of landing; "where the living and 
crystal waters keep the banks always green ; where natural orchards soften 
and bend their branches under the weight and quantity of their fruit ; where 
the ambitious vine, which has never wept under the pruning knife, builds 
a thick roof with its large leaves and heavy clusters, weighing down the 
top of the tree which received it, and often stifling it in its embrace ; where 
the woods are full of game and the waters of fish ; and where the swans 
in the river are so numerous that one might take for lilies the reeds in 
which they crowd together." Having thus lauded the beautiful site of the 
future city, its founders proceeded to disfigure it with stockade and fort 
and barrack, with rude dwellings huddled along narrow and muddy streets, 
obliterating every sign of verdure, scarcely a tree being left within cannon 
shot of the fort. Their successors for more than a hundred years lived in 
equal indifference to the appearance of the town. 

PLAN OF THE MODERN CITY. 

In 1805 fire swept ofif every house save one. This gave opportunity for 
an entire remodeling of the place. Under authority of a special congres- 
sional act, the old land titles were extinguished and lots, selected upon a 
new platting, were apportioned to the old owners as well as offered for 
sale. The town, which received its first city charter the same year, and 
the territory as well, were under the anomalous rule of the Governor and 
three Supreme Court judges, who combined legislative, executive and judi- 
cial functions. The master spirit of this body was the chief justice, Augus- 
tus B. Woodward, who had spent some time in Washington, and had become 
enamored of the plan of that city as first conceived by the eminent French 
architect, L'Enfant. The judge adapted that plan to the requirements of 
Detroit. As originally designed, a complete circle, called the Grand Circus, 
was to be the central point. Through the center of this were to be two 
streets 120 feet wide, dividing it into quarters. From the outer rim of the 
circle were to be avenues, alternately 200 and 120 feet wide. As the city 
grew new focal points were to be established where avenues met the streets 
radiating from the Grand Circus, and numerous open spaces would have 
dotted the city. 

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The plan met with derision from the associates of Judge Woodward 
and was ridiculed by the people. But it was carried out in part. The south 
half of the Grand Circus remains. From it radiate two avenues with 200 
•feet width and two of 120 feet. Through its center runs Woodward avenue, 
120 feet wide, extending from the river six miles to the northerly city 
limits, the lower end being the center of the principal retail district, and the 
rest of it the location of some of the finest residence sections. Part of the 
plan remains, also, in the Campus Martins and Cadillac Square, one-half 
mile south of the Grand Circus, open spaces, around which are grouped the 
City Hall, the County Building, the largest hotel, the largest opera house 
and a number of modern office buildings. Crossing Woodward avenue at 
right angles, still farther down, is Jefferson avenue, also 120 feet wide. The 
lower end is devoted to wholesale houses ; other portions of it are adorned 
with handsome residences surrounded by spacious grounds. Numerous 
triangular parks were formed by the intersections of diagonal streets, and 
the transformation from the irregular and uninviting town to the well 
planned and attractive city was complete. 

The example of wide streets set by these portions of the Governor and 
Judge's plan has been followed by many subsequent plattings. There are 
three long business avenues 100 feet wide and many residence streets 60 
and 80 feet wide. Tree planting was encouraged at a very early date and 
has ever since been continued, so that the city has become known as one of 
well shaded as well as wide and well paved streets. 

PARK AND BOULEVARD SYSTEM. 

The park and boulevard system has worthily supplemented the original 
platting. In the river, opposite the east end of the city, is an island, 700 
acres in extent, which was acquired by the city 30 years ago. Its surface 
was originally forest and swamp. Part of the forest has been left in its 
native wildness; other portions have been cleared and transformed under 
the touch of skillful landscape artists. The swamps have been displaced by 
lakes, and these, connected by canals, give a long stretch of enticing waters 
for rowboats and canoes. 

A portion of the center is occupied by a zoological enclosure. Near by 
is a horticultural building and an aquarium that ranks among the best in the 
world. These, with other attractions, make the island one of the most unique 
and interesting parks in the country. 

Belle Isle is connected with the main land by a bridge about half a 
mile long. From this starts the Grand Boulevard, 150 feet, and in some 
places 200 feet, wide and twelve miles long, encircling the city and termin- 
ating in a small park and dock at the western end. The roadway is macad- 
amized and the sides and center have park-like treatment through the whole 
length. Palmer Park of 140 acres in the northerly part of the city, Clark 
Park of 30 acres in the western part, and smaller parks on the river front 
and other sections add to the attractions which together have given Detroit 
the deserved reputation of being one of the most beautiful cities in the 
country. 

CHANGES IN GOVERNMENT. 

Detroit has a unique as well as a long history. It was under the 
French flag from the time of its founding till 1760, when it surrendered to 



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the British. It became nominally American in 1783, though it and other 
northwestern posts were not finally surrendered till 1796. The post was 
occupied by the British again August 16, 1812, but returned to American 
control September 29, 1813. When French, the city and territory were 
governed from Quebec ; under the British, from Quebec and Fort Niagara. 
When the United States flag was first raised here Michigan was part of 
the Northwest Territory, with the seat of government successively at 
Marietta and Chilicothe. In 181 2 it became part of Indiana Territory, with 
the seat of government at Vincennes. In 1805 the town of Detroit became 
the seat of government of Michigan Territory, which at one time included 
all the present states of Michigan, Wisconsin, Iowa and a large part of 
North Dakota. It has had five separate city charters, the first in 1805, the 
second in 1824, the third in 1827, the fourth in 1857 and the fifth in 1883. 
In spite of its first city charter its corporate name was the "Town of De- 
troit" till 1815. Then it was the "City of Detroit" till 1827, when it was 
enacted that the corporate name should be "The Mayor, Recorder and Al- 
dermen of Detroit." In 1857 it was enacted that it should be "The City of 
Detroit," and such it has remained ever since. 

Although the French lost their official supremacy after 60 years of occu- 
pation, the place remained French in many of its characteristics for 60 years 
thereafter. Aside from the garrisons in the fort, the people were mostly 
French, retaining their old habits, customs, diversions and religion, entirely 
satisfied with a paternal government. As late as 1818 the question of sub- 
stituting an elective territorial government for the rule of the appointive 
Governor and Judges was voted down. About that time migration from 
New England and New York state set toward Michigan, and when in 1824 
the first really republican form of government was adopted, the Governor, 
the Territorial Secretary, all four of the Supreme Court Judges and nearly 
half the Territorial Council were men of New England birth. New York 
and New England influences were strongly felt in Michigan and in Detroit 
for half a century after that. 

MERCANTILE INTERESTS. 

Detroit was little more than a fur trading and military post until after 
the movement from the east commenced. The first comers brought with 
them New England industry and thrift, though but little capital. As settle- 
ments increased they began reaching out for country trade, established 
Detroit as an important wool and wheat market and laid the foundations 
of the large wholesale trade which the city possesses today. Detroit was 
from the outset the natural commercial metropolis of the country west and 
north. It was the terminus of the stage and steamboat lines from the east 
and was the converging point of the territorial roads which opened the way 
to the new settlements. It was nearly along the line of these roads that the 
first railroads were built, and many of the railroads since constructed have 
had Detroit as a starting or objective point. The first railroad through 
Canada also had this point for its terminus, while the water connection with 
the upper lake region was unsurpassed. For a time this city had almost a 
monopoly of the "up-country" trade. The movements of the first and last 
boats of the season were important events. 

The advantage which location gave was followed up by an enterprising 



12 THE CITY OF DETROIT 

and energetic body of men who personally pushed their trade. It is an in- 
teresting- fact that, of the Detroit pioneers in this trade, one afterwards 
became Michigan's most distinguished Senator and two others became gov- 
ernors of the state. The advantages of location have continued, and with 
the growth of the city and the settlement of the country the field covered 
has widened. It now includes not only the whole of Michigan, but northern 
Ohio and Indiana; parts of Illinois, Wisconsin and Minnesota, and in some 
branches, Canada and South Dakota. 

For all lines Detroit has some advantages over the larger eastern cities. 
Rents and taxes are much less. Crating, cartage and terminal charges are 
light compared with those in New York. On many goods there is a great 
advantage in freights. Detroit dry goods merchants early commenced the 
direct importation of goods from Europe and have always continued the 
practice. Many American-made goods are brought direct from the manu- 
facturer, thus making a saving of one commission to the country merchant. 
In some lines goods are laid down in Detroit at the same price as in New 
York, thus saving to the country merchant freight as well as commission. 
Similar advantages accrue to other lines. As a consequence Detroit stands 
well in all branches of wholesale trade, and pre-eminent in some. It is one 
of the best wholesale drug markets in the country, being second in the vol- 
ume of its business only to Philadelphia. It ranks high as a hardware mar- 
ket, and has some superior advantages for the general grocery trade and 
its specialized branches. The wholesale dealers to the number of lOO have 
recently organized an efficient association for the purpose of further pro- 
moting their interests. 

The industrial prosperity and rapid growth of Detroit make it a 
particularly good point for all branches of the retail trade. But it has one 
peculiar advantage. Its suburban railway system makes it the center of 
a metropolitan district having a radius of 60 to 70 miles in every direction. 
The district, including the city, contains nearly one-fourth the population 
of the state. Every city and village in the district is reached by the trol- 
ley system, which gives frequent and rapid service, both passenger and 
freight. This addition to the natural advantages for retail business which 
the city possesses is of great value to trade. 

NAVIGATION AND SHIPBUILDING. 

Situated on the great waterway that connects the Lower with the 
Upper lakes, Detroit has always had a large share in the lake navigation 
interests and the trade which depends upon water for transportation. Its 
river front constitutes the most accessible and safest harbor on the whole 
chain of lakes, and one of the best in the world for loading and unloading. 
The river has no tides like those which embarrass commerce at salt water 
ports. It never overflows its banks and never dries up. It is so thoroughly 
land-locked that its surface is but little disturbed in the severest storms. It 
is deep enough for the largest vessels that float on inland waters, and its 
channel bank is near enough the shore to give it a convenient dock line. 
There is not a day during the navigation season when a vessel may not 
load or unload without inconvenience. The frontage on Detroit river is 
about nine miles, with a channel depth of thirty to fifty feet, and that on 
the River Rouge is four miles with a depth of sixteen feet. 



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These waterway facilities have not only given a great stimulus to trade 
and furnished an incitement to profitable investments in navigation inter- 
ests, but they have made Detroit the leading shipbuilding port on the lakes. 
Canoes, bateaux and small craft have been built here from almost the 
earliest times. The first large vessel was built in 1852. The first double- 
decked vessel for carrying iron ore was built here. The first yard in the 
west for constructing iron hulls was located in the neighboring village of 
Wyandotte and was owned by Detroit capital. All types of vessels, from 
the scow and tow barge up to the largest freighters and the finest pas- 
senger steamers have been built at yards in the Detroit district. Always 
prominent, this port has in the past three years held a position of undis- 
puted supremacy. The addition of a new company and improved facilities 
of the old brought it to the front in 1905. Of large freight vessels its two 
companies that year launched 14, with a total tonnage of 134,400. The out- 
put of the next largest port on the lakes was 10, with a tonnage of 85,500. 
For some of the vessels built in Detroit the contracts were made, the keels 
laid, the vessels launched, equipped and put in commission before the close 
of the season in which they were commenced, showing a degree of expedi- 
tion in construction that was a marvel to old vesselmen. The freighters, 
with a floating dry dock, a large tug, with some smaller work and repairs 
made an aggregate of about $5,000,000 in value. To this nearly half a 
million dollars was added in yachts, launches, rowboats and canoes. The 
industry gives employment to over 5,000 men. In 1906 the Detroit yards 
launched 13 freighters, with 108,000 tonnage, besides a large passenger 
steamer and a large car ferry. In the next largest district the number of 
freighters launched was 13, and the total tonnage 108,800. On the first 
of January, 1907, the freight vessels under contract in the Detroit district 
for delivery during the year numbered 17, with aggregate tonnage of 
135,500. Contracts for freight vessels in the next largest district numbered 
13, with tonnage of 110,500. The Detroit contracts for the year also in- 
cluded the largest and most costly passenger steamer ever built on the 
lakes, to cost $1,250,000. One of the Detroit companies also had the con- 
tract for the tubes for the tunnel under the Detroit river, which is essen- 
tially marine work. 

MAJSrUFACTTJBING INDUSTRIES. 

Manufacturing came later in Detroit than mercantile or navigation 
interests, but it is now the most important source of the city's prosperity. 
It is fostered by the advantages of water transportation already mentioned. 
To these are added others equally good for carriage by rail. It is both a 
terminal and crossing point for the two great Michigan railroad systems 
that reach almost every city and village in the state. It is on five of the 
great trunk lines between the East and the West. It has excellent con- 
nections with the whole Southwest. Recent additions to its lines give it the 
best of southern connections, together with entrance into the coal fields of 
Ohio and West Virginia. It is a terminal point also for the two principal 
Canadian systems of railway, which reach every place of importance in the 
Dominion and the maritime provinces. A belt line encircles the city, cross- 
ing all of the railroads and facilitating the transfers of freight. A second 



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belt line, to extend around the city at a uniform distance of six miles from 
the City Hall, has been commenced. 

Unexcelled residence attractions, both for employers and employes, 
favorable labor conditions, good municipal government, a light public debt, 
a low rate of taxation and an excellent home market are among the other 
inducements to the location of factories in Detroit. 

The city first cut an appreciable figure in the census returns of manu- 
factures in i860. In the next ten years the capital invested increased 256 
per cent, and the value of the product 303 per cent. This was a period of 
inflated values and the selling price of the product increased by a much 
larger percentage than the quantity of the output. From 1870 to 1880 
was a period of declining values, and while the quantity of manufactured 
goods increased, the total returns for the product remained nearly sta- 
tionary. Since 1880 each decade has shown a substantial increase. In that 
year Detroit was the nineteenth city in the country in the value of its manu- 
factured product ; in 1890 it was sixteenth and in 1900 it was fifteenth ; it 
is now probably as high as twelfth. 

Within the past seven years Detroit has made a more rapid growth 
than in any previous period of equal length, and more rapid than any other 
city of its class. A state census taken in 1904, with the aid of federal 
agents, furnished a measure of the first part of this expansion. Some of 
the items from the official tables were as follows : 

1900. 1904. Increase. 

Number of establishments 1,263 

Capital employed $67,544,972 

Number of wage earners 38,481 

Wages paid 15,392,527 

Cost of materials 47,175,012 

Value of product 88,649,635 

The figures are only for establishments working under the factory 
system. If hand trades were included as they were in the government tables 
up to 1900, they would add from $12,000,000 to $15,000,000 to the product. 
Manufactories in adjacent villages, which were for business purposes essen- 
tially a part of Detroit, had a product in 1900 of about $10,000,000, and in 

1904 of $12,000,000. Three of these villages have since been annexed to 
the city. 

The latest reports of the state factory inspectors supplement these 
figures by others giving still more striking indications of growth. In 1905 
the inspectors visited 1,576 factories in Detroit with 76,730 employes. In 
1906 they visited 1,638 with 86,370 employes. 

The census classification failed to give some of the most important 
industries separately, and for a number of them business has been much 
more active since than it was in the census year. For these reasons the 
Board of Commerce undertook a separate inquiry upon the business of 

1905 and has followed it up by subsequent investigation. Unprecedented 
activity in carbuilding, shipbuilding and some of the iron manufactories, 
and the addition of new industries brought the total product for 1905 up 
to $170,000,000 and for 1906 to $180,000,000. The output of some of the 
leading industries for 1906 was as follows : 



1,363 


7.9 


$91,228,214 


35.1 


48,879 


27 


22,786,576 


48 


66,794,969 


41.6 


128,761,658 


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Car building, freight, passenger and electric $25,000,000 

Automobiles 12,000,000 

Druggists ' preparations 10,900,000 

Clothing, knit goods, boots and shoes, etc 10,500,000 

Paints and varnish 10,000,000 

Coarse chemicals 10,000,000 

Stove and steam heating apparatus 9,300,000 

Food products, aside from meats 9,500,000 

Foundry and machine shop products 9,500,000 

Slaughtering and meat packing 5,500,000 

Newspaper publishing 5,200,000 

Other printing and publishing 5,000,000 

Furniture 5,500,000 

Tobacco and cigars 4,500,000 

Malt liquors 3,600,000 

There are twenty other industries that have a product of $1,000,000 
each. The output of 1907 was sHghtly larger than that of 1906. 

One of the most striking features of this industrial expansion is the 
development in new channels. The automobile industry is entirely the 
growth of the present decade. For the assembling of automobiles twenty 
companies are in actual operation in the city. About thirty others devote 
the whole or part of their energies to the manufacture of automobile parts 
and accessories. They employ together 9,000 hands and are second only 
to carbuilding in the value of their output. The manufacture of computing 
machines is the growth of the past five years. The manufacture of rubber 
goods is another new enterprise that adds a very important branch to 
Detroit's specialized industries. The making of coke and the establishment 
of the first coke iron furnace in Detroit belongs to the same period. The 
alkali and pharmaceutical industries have increased immensely in their 
product in the same time. A large brass and copper rolling mill and a 
number of smaller brass industries belong to the same period. 

Three things are especially notable about Detroit's manufacturing in- 
dustries: the supremacy in certain special lines, the great variety of prod- 
ucts not thus specialized, and the number of separate manufacturing dis- 
tricts. Detroit not only has the largest single pharmaceutical establishment 
in the country, but it has a large lead over any other city in the total value 
of all products of this class; it leads every other city in the world in the 
manufacture of stoves and heating apparatus; it makes more than half in 
number of all the automobiles in the country, and surpasses every other city 
in the value of the product ; it makes over 80 per cent, of all the computing 
machines manufactured in the country; it manufactures more soda ash 
and kindred alkaline products than any other section; it is the leading city 
in the country in the manufacture of paints and varnish. 

Aside from these specialties, in which it is beyond competition, the city 
is remarkable for the variety of its products. It is not specially known as 
an iron city, yet its iron industries are large and varied, and it is one of the 
largest consumers of pig iron in the country. The brass and copper indus- 
tries are almost as varied as those of iron, including nearly every variety 
of mechanical appliance in which precision is desired, and every article of 
household furniture and use. Michigan was for many years the leading 
white pine state, and is still one of the largest producers of ornamental 
and useful hard woods. Among Detroit's industries are included a great 
variety of those in which wood is the chief material. The city is a small 



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producer of textile fabrics, but a large manufacturer of clothing, par- 
ticularly for the miner, the lumber camp and the factory. It makes many 
varieties of electrical appliances and a host of other things. This diversity 
of manufacture is one of the best elements of its prosperity. Whatever 
temporary depression may fall upon one industry others are prosperous. 
Skilled mechanics are trained in every branch, and work is to be had in 
almost every line. More important yet is the home market that is created 
for a variety of products. In many manufactured articles Detroit is its 
own best customer. 

Detroit's manufacturing industries are not, as in some cities, collected 
in a single congested and unwholesome district. They throng the river 
front and adjacent streets from Woodward avenue to Belle Isle bridge. 
They follow the belt line railroad around the city. They make a sizable 
manufacturing city by itself of the Milwaukee Junction district, and one 
almost equally large about West Detroit Junction. They occupy a number 
of separate blocks in the down-town districts. They scatter along the banks 
of the River Rouge, and their tall chimneys and derricks dot the land- 
scape along the salt and soda district for eight miles west of the city limits. 
This separation of industries over large areas gives great advantage of 
profit, convenience and accessibility. It prevents the crowding of freight 
into one section. It prevents the raising of factory sites to a prohibitive or 
speculative price. It gives opportunity to intersperse the factory districts 
with cottage districts so that wage earners may live reasonably near their 
work. 

During the past four years a new element has entered into the growth 
of Detroit in the removal here of industries established in other cities. 
About thirty companies have either moved bodily from other localities or 
else have established branches here. They have come not by reason of arti- 
ficial inducements, bonuses, free lands or exemption from taxation, but 
for residence and business considerations alone. Nearly all of them have 
enlarged their operations since they came here and several are among our 
largest and most prosperous industries. One of the com.panies which 
started less than four years ago with 600 men now employs 1,800; another 
commenced three years ago with 300 and now employs 1,700; still another 
commenced two years ago with 400 and now has 1,500 on its payroll. 
Twelve companies that in the aggregate employed 1,900 wage earners 
when they commenced operations had 7,100 on their payrolls in the sum- 
mer of 1907. 

The articles of incorporation of companies organized for manufactur- 
ing purposes are significant. In the three and a half years ending June 30, 
1907, they numbered 556, with $34,662,500 of authorized capital, of which 
$21,498,807 was paid in, either in cash or other property. In the same 
period 149 old companies added $12,069,000 to their capital, and 436 per- 
mits were issued for new buildings in connection with manufacturing 
plants, the estimated cost of which was $4,346,750. 

DETEOIT'S EXPORTS AND IMPORTS. ^i^k 

Along the boundary which separates the United States from the Do- 
minion of Canada, extending from Maine to Montana, there are twenty- 
three customs districts through which pass all the merchandise that 



THE CITY OF DETROIT 17 

crosses the border for Canadian consumption or for trans-shipment through 
Montreal and Quebec to European ports. The custom houses are located 
at the crossing points of railroads along the land boundary, and at the 
leading ports on the Great Lakes and connecting rivers. 

The situation of Detroit at the gateway between the East and West, 
the fact that it is a terminal point of the two principal Canadian railway 
systems and the crossing point of several American railroads early estab- 
lished its supremacy as a point of departure for goods intended for the for- 
eign markets. Its shipments are far in excess of those of any other port. 
For a number of years they were about one-sixth of the whole. The last 
two years they have exceeded one-fifth of the whole. They showed some 
fluctuations during the periods of tariff uncertainty and changing foreign 
trade from fifteen to twenty years ago. Those for 1889 were 50 per cent, 
larger than for 1888 and 43 per cent, larger than for 1890. There was a large 
increase from 1890 to 1891 and a small falling off from 1891 to 1892, but 
since the latter year the tide of domestic merchandise that flows across De- 
troit river to foreign ports has steadily risen. In 1892 the total was about 
$6,000,000; in 1897 it was $11,500,000; five years later it had reached 
$18,694,000, and in 1907 it exceeded $40,000,000. These exports are as 
varied in character as they are large in volume. Of the 350 classes and 
sub-classes into which the schedule is divided, 290 are represented in the 
tables of Detroit exports. The largest single class is provisions, which in 
1906 amounted to $11,560,000. Of this, hog products accounted for $10,- 
335,000. It represented in part the output of Detroit packing houses; in 
much larger part those of Chicago and Kansas City. Iron and steel and 
manufactures thereof were represented in 44 classes, with a total value of 
nearly $6,000,000, representing a great variety of Detroit manufactures. 
Cotton and the manufactures thereof amounted to $5,042,000, of which 
$4,918,000 was for the raw material. The export of breadstuff s amounted 
to $2,562,000, of which $1,918,000 was in corn. The following classes also 
exceeded half a million dollars in value each: Live animals, $1,842,000, of 
which $1,472,000 was in cattle; coal and coke, $797,000, of which $751,000 
was bituminous coal; cars, carriages and other vehicles, $615,000, of which 
$270,000 was in automobiles. 

One of the most striking features of the exports from Detroit is the 
immense proportion of them that goes to the English speaking peoples. In 
1903 Great Britain, its colonies and dependencies took $22,403,535 of our 
products and all the rest of the world only $345,659. In 1904 the propor- 
tions were $23,271,205 to the British possessions against $129,646 to other 
countries. In 1905 the proportions were $31,800,210 to $55,170; in 1906 
they were $36,504,448 to $158,748. Of the latter, Japan is represented by 
$73,539 and Belgium by $67,436, with insignificant amounts to Germany, 
France, Switzerland and China, and one shipment each to Siam and the 
Fiji Islands. 

In considering Detroit's export trade it should always be borne in mind 
that the government statistical tables indicate the point of departure of mer- 
chandise sent abroad, and not the point at which it originates. Detroit's 
location with reference alike to its own country and to Canada, and the 
character of its manufactures, tends to an especially distinct separation of 
these two classes. Many of its heaviest exports come from farther west 



i8 THE CITY OF DETROIT 

and south, while most of its own manufactures make their way to foreign 
markets through Atlantic and Pacific ports. Exports of the latter class are 
numerous and varied. They include some very bulky articles as well as 
finer goods. Three or four of the largest dry kilns in Russia are of Detroit 
manufacture; Detroit-built cars roll over the railways of Canada, Mexico, 
Spain and Russia ; the largest brewery in South Africa is fitted with De- 
troit-made tanks, and one of the largest mines is fitted with pumps and 
water valves of Detroit make ; Detroit-made automobiles are traveling in 
nearly every country that has passable roads, even to India, Burmah and 
Siam; Detroit-made agricultural implements go to a number of European 
countries, and Detroit furniture is making headway in the same markets ; 
Detroit pianos and Detroit self players are found in the homes of a number 
of European countries ; Detroit-planed hardwood flooring has quite an ex- 
tensive foreign sale; Detroit stoves and radiators have been sold in England 
and on the continent; Detroit-made adding machines are sold in almost 
every country that has any system of commercial accounts ; Detroit manu- 
factories originated ready mixed paints, and those now have a wide distribu- 
tion over the world; pharmaceutical preparations manufactured in Detroit 
go into every country whose people have physical ills to heal ; heavy cloth- 
ing to the Canadian lumber woods and mines ; boots and shoes to Canada 
and the West Indies ; toys to France and Germany ; plumbers' supplies to 
Great Britain, to the continent of Europe and to South America; picture 
frame moldings to Germany ; carriages to the mountains of South America ; 
motor boats to England, Russia and Africa; smelting furnaces to the 
foundries of Germany ; these are only a part of Detroit's contributions to 
the army of commercial invasion of foreign markets. 

The imports at Detroit are less extensive and less varied than the ex- 
ports, but they are steadily increasing. For the fiscal year ending June 
30, 1900, they were valued at $2,794,909; in 1903 at $4,311,186; in 1906 
$5,596,153, and in 1907 $6,252,034. 

DETROIT'S FINANCIAL SITUATION. 

The statements of the Detroit banks and trust companies reflect the 
general prosperity, and furnish an additional indication of the increase of 
business during the past four years. The following are aggregates of the 
principal items of statements made at the dates nearest together in 1903 
and 1907: 

Sept. 9, 1903. Aug. 22, 1907. 

Loans and discounts $ 46,606,931 $ 63,523,946 

Bonds, mortgages and securities .. . 37,646,000 46,076,130 

Due from other banks 12,728,684 16.271,926 

Total resources 107,015,952 138,309,533 

Capital stock and surplus 12,785,500 16,315,000 

Commercial deposits 35,505,583 35,986,356 

Savings deposits 42,158,110 54,600,705 

Due to banks and bankers 12,540,035 15,547,761 

The resources August 22nd were distributed as follows : Twelve state 
banks, $85,759,z^27 ; five national banks, $38,053,704 ; three trust companies, 
$14,496,403. The bank clearings for 1904 were $525,513,905; for 1905, 
$597,642,312; for 1906, $670,136,679. The clearings for the first eight 
months of 1907 indicated a total of about $740,000,000 for the year. 



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The Detroit banks are not inclined to encourage speculation and are 
conservative in respect to real estate loans and to enterprises that have not 
already obtained a good footing, but they are liberal in loans to well estab- 
lished business houses, whether mercantile or industrial. In some branches 
of manufacture production continues the year around, while sales are made 
mostly within a period of three or four months. Such concerns are heavy 
borrowers at certain seasons, but have no difficulty in securing accommoda- 
tions, where there is a prospect of liquidation of the obligations at fixed 
periods. The trust companies also are especially favorable to home invest- 
ments, and have financed long-time bonds for a number of manufacturing 
establishments. The relations of Detroit banks are especially intimate with 
other similar institutions in the state. Detroit is a reserve city, and its banks 
are depositories for nearly all the other banks in Michigan. It has regu- 
larly from $13,000,000 to $14,000,000 in deposits of other banks and bank- 
ers. There are about 380 banks and trust companies in the state. A com- 
parison of the statements made at any given period shows that the twenty 
institutions in Detroit have about 40 per cent, of all the resources, over 40 
per cent, of all the deposits and 43 per cent, of the savings deposits of the 
whole state. 

THE GAIN IN POPULATION. 

The census tables in Detroit present an interesting study. The popula- 
tion, according to the United States enumeration at the end of the different 
decades, and the state enumeration in 1904, with the percentages of in- 
crease, were as follows : 

Year. Population. Increase. Year. Population. Increase. 

1810 1,650 ... 1870 79,577 74 

1820 1,442 *7 1880 116,340 46 

1830 2,222 54 1890 205,876 77 



1,650 




1,442 


*7 


2,222 


54 


9,102 


311 


21,019 


123 


45,619 


117 



1840 9,102 311 1900 285,704 39 

1850 21,019 123 1904 317,591 11 

1860 

*Decrease, Per Cent. 

From i8io to 1820 the population of the state increased 87 per cent., 
while that of the city fell off. Between 1820 and 1830 the population of the 
territory increased 256 per cent., while that of Detroit increased only 54 
per cent. In the next decade the territory increased 577 per cent, and the 
city 311. Since then the city has gained steadily on the rest of the common- 
wealth in which it is situated. In 1840 it had one twenty-third part of the 
population of the state ; now it has about one-seventh. These variations in 
the percentage of increase in population and its relation to that of the state 
are easily explainable. Between 1810 and 1820 occurred the British occu- 
pation of Detroit and losses by war in this vicinity, and the people became 
scattered. The decade from 1820 to 1830 was the period in which the 
opening of the Erie Canal started a rural migration westward, and the set- 
tlement of the interior of Michigan received its first impulse. The new- 
comers did not tarry in the city. Between 1870 and 1880 occurred the panic 
of 1873, and the business depression which lasted for over four years. The 
demand for manufactured goods diminished, with a corresponding falling 
off in consumption and in the demand for labor. Foreign immigration and 



20 THE CITY OF DETROIT 

the rush of men from the country to the cities declined, and a low percent- 
age in the increase of urban settlement was the result. Between 1880 and 
1890 business was more prosperous, labor was in greater demand, building 
revived, and the current of population again set toward the industrial cen- 
ters. In this decade also there was a large annexation of adjacent territory 
to Detroit. Between 1890 and 1900 occurred another long period of busi- 
ness depression, commencing with the panic of 1893, aggravated by the 
free silver agitation of 1896, and still further accentuated by the tariff 
legislation of 1894 and by tariff uncertainties for three years longer. Since 
the present decade opened all conditions have been favorable. Everything 
indicates a larger actual increase in population in the present than in any 
previous decade and a larger percentage of increase than in any period 
since i860. More new industries have been added to the city in the last 
seven years than in the preceding fifteen. The amount of building done in 
the city in 1906 was unprecedented ; in 1907 it was larger yet and still rents 
are scarce. On the east and west both manufacturing and residence have 
for some years extended in such continuous line that a person in passing 
would not guess where the city ended and the villages began. Four of these 
villages, with a present population of over 25,000, have been annexed to the 
city since 1904. These annexations, the number of new dwellings erected 
and the water board enumeration unite in indicating a population of about 
407,000 in June 1907. In 1830 Detroit stood fifty-third in population among 
the cities of this country; in 1840 it was thirty-first; in 1850, twenty-third; 
in i860, eighteenth; in 1870 and 1880 it was seventeenth; in 1890, four- 
teenth, and in 1900, thirteenth. It is now ninth. 

DETROIT'S FINANCIAL SYSTEM. 

Good municipal government has been an important factor in promoting 
the growth of the city. The most valuable feature of this is the manage- 
ment of the municipal finances, which is unique and conservative. The 
charter limit of its bonded indebtedness is 2 per cent, of the assessed valua- 
tion, and even that moderate amount is rarely approached. All measures 
for raising money, whether by the tax levy or by issuing bonds, must be 
approved by a Board of Estimates, which has acted as an effectual check 
upon excessive demands by the departments. This board consists of two 
members from each ward and five members at large, who are elected upon 
a general ticket. They hold office for two years. The heads of depart- 
ments are members, ex officio, with the privilege of speaking, but not of 
voting. The Board has no patronage and its members must not be inter- 
ested in any city contracts. It has been in existence for twenty years. A 
majority of its members have always been substantial, tax-paying citizens, 
and its influence has been almost invariably favorable to a judicious econ- 
omy. The charter provides that itemized estimates of the different depart- 
ments must be sent annually to the controller, who must forward them, with 
his recommendations, to the Common Council on or before the last day of 
February. The council takes a month for their consideration and then 
sends them to the Board of Estimates, which may decrease or disapprove 
any item, but cannot increase any. The budget is divided among a num- 
ber of committees, which usually have been very thorough in their exam- 
ination of the municipal needs. Their reports are considered in committee 



THE CITY OF DETROIT 21 

of the whole, item by item, and are again gone over in general session 
before their final adoption. By reason of the triple examination of the 
budget required by the charter, closing with the careful scrutiny given to 
every item by the Board of Estimates, frauds have been almost unknown in 
Detroit's financial affairs and the tax levy has been remarkably free from 
extravagant appropriations. An additional check upon the departments is 
found in the charter provisions that no money shall be expended in excess 
of the appropriations, and no moneys shall be transferred from one fund 
to another. Under this system the tax levy has been kept down to the 
moderate figures shown in the following table, covering the past five years : 

Year. Assessment. Tax Levy. Eate. Mills. 

1903 $271,868,920 $4,270,392 16.57 

1904 277,962,370 4,083,401 15.33 

1905 287,268,670 4,051,463 14.70 

1906 305,656,900 4,317,506 14.72 

1907 335,759,980 4,996,786 15.49 

In the last two years the annexation of new territory added a larger 
percentage to the cost of the city government than it did to the assessment 
roll. Additional amounts for schools, the boulevard and other permanent 
improvements were raised by the issue of bonds. But even with this the 
appropriations are believed to be less in proportion to the population than 
those of any other large city in the country. 

The net debt of the city July i, 1907, was $5,184,054, and there were 
besides $824,000 in bonds authorized but not issued. If these are all used, 
the debt will still be $712,000 within the prescribed 2 per cent, limit. It 
may be remarked that the debt is only about one-third that of Bufifalo and 
one-fourth that of Cleveland, lake cities of the same class as Detroit. 

For payment of that portion of the debt that was incurred previous to 
1902 the current receipts of the sinking fund make ample provision. For 
the payment of the later bonds a sinking fund is provided by a tax of 2^ 
per cent, of the face of the bonds in each annual tax levy. 

MISCELLAIOIOUS FACTS. 

In brief space may be summed a few additional facts. 

The city has an area of 41 square miles, with 670 miles of street, of 
which 340 miles are paved. 

It has 190 miles of public sewers and over 400 miles of lateral sewers. 

Public parks and parkways, 28; 1,181 acres; value, $7,428,900. 

Police Department, 604 men, 6 matrons, 14 police stations; value of 
buildings and lots, $318,900. 

Fire Department, 537 men, 28 engine houses, 11 ladder trucks and 
houses; cost of buildings and lots, $643,735. 

School buildings, 85 ; public school pupils, 44,800 ; teachers in public 
schools, 1,084; value of school buildings and lots, $4,739,770. 

Public library, 228,500 volumes. 

Electric lighting plant owned by city ; arc lights, 3,241 ; incandescent 
lights, 17,527; cost of plant, $1,034,128.26. 

Water Works owned by city; supply brought from Lake St. Clair; ca- 
pacity, 152,000,000 gallons; daily average pumped, 61,357,019 gallons; cost 
of plant, $7,076,946.84. 



22 THE CITY OF DETROIT 

Street railways, city and interurban, owned or operated by one com- 
pany, 741 miles. 

Building- permits 1903, calendar year, 2,894; estimated cost, $6,912,600; 
in 1906, permits, 4,705; cost, $13,282,350. 

Post Office receipts 1903, $1,011,571; in 1906, $1,515,407. 

THE BOARD OF COMMERCE. 

A potent influence in the business and civic life of Detroit is the Board 
of Commerce, whose existence is almost coincident in time with the period 
of the city's most rapid growth. The Board was formed by the combina- 
tion of three other commercial associations, and completed its organization 
June 30, 1903. It includes in its membership representatives of all the large 
manufacturing corporations and mercantile firms, bankers, capitalists, re- 
tired business men and members of all the learned professions. It has been 
instrumental in bringing many new factories here ; in creating the best 
possible industrial and municipal conditions ; in securing favorable freight 
rates and close railroad connections. Having civic as well as commercial 
purposes, it has inaugurated movements for beautifying the city; has aided 
in maintaining a low rate of taxation, and has been responsive to every ef- 
fort to secure clean and capable municipal administration in all depart- 
ments. It works mainly through committees, for whose membership it has 
been able to command the services of many of the most capable business 
and professional men in the city. It has aimed to foster civic pride and to 
aid in the creation of such residential, civic and industrial conditions as to 
verify its motto, "In Detroit — Life Is Worth Living." 

RENOWNED FOR ITS BEAUTY AND HEALTHFULNESS. 

The Board of Commerce recently offered a prize for the best article 
upon Detroit. The award was given to Mrs. P. H. Zacharias, whose article 
contains many valuable facts concerning the history, development, and ad- 
vantages of the city. The following extracts pertaining to the attractiveness 
of Detroit as a place of residence, a health and pleasure resort, a convention 
city, and a business and manufacturing center are timely and interesting: 

"Detroit is famed for its beauty and hospitality among those who hold 
conventions. Scarcely a year has passed in which some national assembly, 
political, social, scientific, religious or artistic organization has not held itself 
in readiness to accept an invitation from the delightful and accessible De- 
troit. Indeed, every year sees some two or three hundred conclaves of 
various sorts holding forth. 

"Detroit is a delightful place in which to live ; indeed, 'In Detroit — 
Life is Worth Living.' Seekers after rest, those who desire to escape from 
the toil, the heat, the grime and soot of the cities of the East, South and West, 
naturally come to this beautiful, health-giving place, with its broad, shaded 
streets, and its miles upon miles of homes, with their well-kept lawns and 
flower gardens. From all quarters of the earth people come seeking health 
and comfort, to a city where they are sure of a hearty welcome, for the 
'latch-string' is always out. 

"To fully realize what the opportunity for outdoor amusements means 
to the people of Detroit, one should spend a Saturday on the river, in the 
parks, or amid the living-tide that ebbs and flows aboard the electric cars, the 



THE CITY OF DETROIT 23 

trains, the steamers. Men, women and children, babies in arms, babies in 
carts, babies in all forms, styles and colors, are there breathing the pure air, 
taking into their lungs the life-giving breath from the cool surface of Lake 
St. Clair and other bodies of water. We have much to be thankful for in 
Detroit; its freedom, its pure air, pure water, its happy homes, and its pros- 
perous, honest citizens, sons of toil and capitalists. It is a city where men 
live and let live, where the poorest have within their reach the pleasures the 
rich come thousands of miles to enjoy. 

"To specify in what Detroit stands preeminent, and be faithful in the 
details, would be to write the history of nearly all the lines of principal manu- 
factures. Detroit has excelled in everything that has been specialized. What 
has been the result? Prosperity. Prosperity of a lasting nature. 

"Too much praise cannot be given business men who have earned a 
reputation like that conveyed by the magic words, 'Made in Detroit' Hav- 
ing already passed the 400,000 mark in population, Detroit has now taken 
its place among the great cities of the country, and the sign 'Made in Detroit' 
is accepted everywhere as a guarantee of excellence. This shows that the 
manufacturers and merchants are wide awake and progressive. It is no 
wonder under those circumstances that trade seeks the City of the 
Straits. It is not remarkable that from the East, West and South buyers 
are coming to Detroit for the goods they formerly went to other cities to 
secure. The result of this growth has been to establish at Detroit the largest 
riianufactories for non-proprietary medicines, the largest stove factories, the 
largest automobile center, the largest varnish factories, the largest paint 
manufactories, largest cigar factory under one roof, the largest salt and soda 
industries, largest malleable iron works, largest seed house, a factory having 
half the capsule output of the United States, and some of the largest, fastest 
and most luxuriant excursion steamers in this country. 

"This is the Detroit of today, where the rights of all are respected, rich 
and poor alike. Life in Detroit is worth the living." 



THE BOOK OF DETROITERS 

PERSONAL SKETCHES 



ABBOTT, Charles Stewart, lawyer; born, Lapeer, Mich., Nov. 3, 
1872; son of Austin and Mary J. (Ostrum) Abbott; educated in public 
schools of Lapeer, Ann Arbor High School and University of Michigan, 
graduating, LL. B., 1897; married at St. John's, Mich., 1894, Merrie 
Hoover, who was prosecuting attorney of Ogeman Co., Mich., 1898-1901. 
Began practice in Ogeman Co., Mich., 1897; removed to Detroit, 1899, 
and has since continued in practice as member of the firm of Abbott & 
Abbott; general counsel and director National Casualty Co., Phcenix 
Preferred Accident Insurance Co., Imperial Casualty Co. Republican. 
Presbyterian. Member Detroit and Michigan State Bar associations. 
Member I. O. O. F., Knights of Pythias. Recreation : Horseback riding. 
Office: 823-825 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 84 Piquette Av. 

ABEL, Frederic Laurence, musical director; born, Huron Co., O., 
Aug. 29, 1857 ; son of Frederic and Nancy (O'Cleary) Abel ; educated in 
public schools of Milwaukee, Chicago and Detroit; was instructed in 
music by his father, Frederic Abel, and at Dr. Hoch Conservatory of 
Music, Frankfort-on-the-Main, Germany; married at Detroit, Feb., 1895, 
Mary Leggett. Served as clerk in office of R. G. Dun & Co., Milwaukee; 
removed to Detroit and acted as shipping clerk in wholesale grocery 
house of John Stephens, 1873-75 5 entered upon an extended course of 
studies in music and spent several years in Europe, returning to Detroit, 
1881 ; instructor Detroit Conservatory of Music, 1881-1900; assisted in 
organizing the Michigan Conservatory of Music, Sept., 1900, of which 
is director, secretary and treasurer. Enlisted as member of Co. A, ist 
Battalion, Michigan National Guard ; has been continuously in the service 
and holds rank in the guard of major, and adjutant general, ist Brigade; 
served in Spanish-American War as ist lieutenant and adjutant 31st 
Michigan Infantry. Republican. Episcopalian. Member Music Teachers' 
National Association. Mason (32°), Knight Templar, Shriner. Member 
Society of Foreign Wars. Recreations : Automobiling and farming. Of- 
fice: 113 Washington Av. Residence: 1477 Grand River Av. 

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ABT, Peter Jesse, lawyer; born, New York City, June 8, 1869; son 
of Peter and Theresa (Holt) Abt; educated in public schools of New 
York City until 1885 ; U. S. Army Schools, Columbus, O., 1888, and U. 
S. Army Schools, San Antonio, Tex., 1889; Detroit College of Law, 1898- 
01, graduating, LL, B., June 14, 1901 ; graduate of National First Aid As- 
sociation of America; student of special subjects at medical college and 
graduate Ontario Veterinary College, degree of V. S., Feb., 1907 ; mar- 
ried, Nov. 2, 1892, Margaret Reed. Began active career as newsboy in 
New York City; at age of 12 was cash boy in dry goods store; then 
became messenger in one of the New York courts ; passed civil service 
examination and was appointed letter carrier at Detroit, attending law 
school between working hours ; passed examiration and established in 
practice before resigning from postal service ; has been in practice of law 
in Detroit since June 14, 1901. Member Detroit Bar Association. Owner 
and manager East End Ambulance Co. Served as private to 2nd lieuten- 
ant, Co. D, 2nd Infantry, Illinois National Guard, 1886-87; on duty dur- 
ing riots in Chicago; private and sergeant 19th U. S. Infantry, Columbus 
and San Antonio; honorably discharged at Detroit, character excellent 
with recommendations, Dec. 31, 1891 ; 2nd lieutenant Detroit City Greys 
(crack company), Michigan National Guard, 1892; has held rank of cap- 
tain, major, colonel, and brigadier general of various civic and military 
organizations, viz. : lieutenant Regular Army and Navy Union, Detroit, 
1892 ; captain Canton No. 41 Patriarchs Militant, Odd Fellows ; brigadier 
general and adjutant general Uniform Rank, Maccabees, 1893-98. Re- 
publican. Candidate for alderman 17th ward, fall of 1896, defeated by 
30 votes ; deputy sheriff, 1901-04. Candidate for delegate State Constitu- 
tional Convention, 1907. Episcopalian. Member I. O. O. F,, Maccabees, 
Woodmen of the World. Recreation: Military tactics. Ofifice: 47 Buhl 
Blk. Residence: 491 Kercheval Av, 

ADAMS, Elbert Clinton; born. Valley Mills, N. Y., Mar. 26, 1869; 
son of Clinton and Mary (Savery) Adams; common school education; 
married at Oneida, N. Y., July 18, 1893, Jennie M. Ayres. Began active 
career at age of 14 in china and glass store of Henry Rivenburgh, Onei- 
da; was with the firm 8 years, from office boy to traveling salesman; 
then went upon the road for George H. Wheelock & Co., china and 
glassware. South Bend, Ind., and continued with the firm 12 years; has 
been sales manager The Garlock Packing Co. since Jan. i, 1904. Re- 
publican. Presbyterian, Member B. P. O. E. Office: 1305 Majestic Bldg. 
Residence : 141 Forest Av., W. 

AILfES, James W., furniture manufacturer ; born. Alliance, O., Apr. 
22, 1858 ; son of Amos and Mary A. ( Allman) Ailes ; was the first gradu- 
ate of Alliance High School, June, 1874; married at Brampton, Ont., June 
II, 1879, Frances H. Bradley. Began active career as a representative of 
Teal & Sargent, photographers' supplies, Cleveland, O., continuing, 1875- 
'j'j\ removed to Detroit, Jan, i, 1877, and associated with C. D: Widman 
& Co., manufacturers of mirrors, hall furniture, buffets, etc. ; has con- 



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tinned with the house to the present time and is now president of the 
company; for a third of a century he has traveled over a territory ex- 
tending from Portland, Me., to Denver, and from Duluth to Galveston, 
Member Masonic order, Detroit Commandery K. T. No. i. Republican. 
Methodist. Recreation: Fishing. Office: Cor. Trombly and Orleans St. 
Residence: The Addison. 

AIPLE, Joseph, president Union Brewing Co. ; born, Germany, Feb. 
7, 1857; son of Max and (Waldpurga) Aiple; educated in Germany; came 
to America, 1885 ; married at Detroit, 1890, Miss Anna Eichbracht. 
Learned brewer's trade in Germany; located in Detroit after arriving in 
United States but spent a short time in Milwaukee; was connected with 
the Stroll Brewing Co., 1887-89; acted as foreman for the Goebel Brew- 
ing Co., 1889-98; established the Union Brewing Co., 1898, of which has 
since been president and manager. Member Concordia Society and vari- 
ous other societies. Recreations : Music and hunting. Office : 24 Mitchell 
Av. Residence: 714 McDougall Av. 

ALBRECHT, Albert August, contractor and builder ; born, Detroit, 
July 5, 1853; son of William and Caroline (Gutenschwager) Albrecht; 
educated in public schools of Detroit and Detroit Business College; mar- 
ried at Detroit, 1879, Louise M. Prompe. Began business career by as- 
sisting his father, who began as builder and contractor in Detroit, in 
1857; name of firm became William Albrecht & Son; from 1877 to 1904 
the business was conducted under the name of Albert A. Albrecht; in 
1904 it was incorporated as The Albert A. Albrecht Co., of which is presi- 
dent and general manager. The firm of William Albrecht & Son built 
the Public Library building, Detroit, the State House of Corrections, at 
Ionia, Mich., and the Wayne Co. Savings Bank, previous to 1877; since 
then the company has built the following important buildings : The Un- 
ion Trust Go's building, the Penobscot building, the State Savings Bank 
building, the Masonic Teuiple, the Washington Arcade, the Stevens 
Block, the Morgan & Wright plant, Murphy Power plant, Edison Power 
House No. I, and in course of construction, Edison Power House No. 2, 
Lee & Cady's building, Gas Office building, and others. President Build- 
ers' Association of Detroit, 1905-8; member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Clubs: Harmonic, Rushmere. Recreations: Summer outing and fishing. 
Office: 1212 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 57 Martin PI. 

ALDRICH, Fred H., lawyer; born, Wauseon, O., Sept. 11, 1861 ; 
son of Joseph D. and Julie E. (Carter) Aldrich ; educated in public schools 
of Wauseon and at Adrian College, Mich. ; studied law and was admitted 
to the bar, 1883; married, Delta, O., Aug. 21, 1884, Sarah Corine Isbell. 
Taught school previous to entering upon practice of law at Cadillac, 
Mich., 1883; served as judge of 28th judicial circuit, 1887-99; ^''^s prac- 
ticed in Detroit since 1899; director and general counsel Northern Assur- 
ance Co. of Michigan. Republican. Congregationalist. Member Ameri- 
can Bar Association, International Law Association. Mason. Office : 
Majestic Bldg. Residence : 272 Ferry Av. 



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ALEXANDER, Charles Towne, lawyer; born, Detroit, Oct. 5, 1866; 
son of George W. and Martha (Arnold) Alexander; educated in Detroit 
High School and University of Michigan, graduating, B. L., 1890, LL. B., 
1891 ; unmarried. Was admitted to the bar, 1892, and began practice in 
Detroit with Miller, Bissell & Sibley, later as member of firm of Alexan- 
der & Paddock, the firm now being Miller, Smith, Alexander & Paddock. 
Member Michigan Bar Association, Detroit Bar Association. Repub- 
lican. Episcopalian. Member Loyal Legion (by inheritance). Club: 
University. Recreations: Hunting, fishing and boating. Office: 1124- 
1132 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: Grosse He, Mich. 

ALEXANDER, Edward Woolsey, furrier; born, Detroit, Oct. 9, 
1869; son of Edward C. and Delia (Woolsey) Alexander; educated in 
public schools and at University of Michigan ; married at Caro, Mich., 
Aug. 23, 1899, Miss Henrietta Ladd. Began active career in 1889 as 
traveling salesman for C. Lingemann, with a line of umbrellas, covering 
territory in the middle West until 1895 ; bought out the Lingemann in- 
terest and conducted the business himself until Jan. i, 1907, when com- 
pany was incorporated as Edward W. Alexander & Co., of which is di- 
rector; has been identified with the Newton Annis Fur House since Nov., 
1907. Congregationalist. Mason (32°), Shriner. Clubs: Golf (president), 
Fellowcraft, Detroit Boat, Automobile. Recreation: Golf. Office: 237 
Woodward Av. Residence: 4000 Woodward Av. 

ALEXANDER, George William, railway official ; born, Lightclifife, 
Yorkshire, Eng., Sept. 10, 1859; son of Andrew and Harriet Newell 
(Hayward) Alexander; educated in public schools; came to America, 
1871 ; unmarried. Began in railway service at Hamilton, Ont., with the 
Great Western Ry. ; became identified with the Grand Trunk System at 
Port Huron, Mich., Dec. i, 1879, ^^^ has filled positions of secretary to 
general manager, assistant to treasurer, paymaster, and since Dec, 1906, 
has been secretary and treasurer Grand Trunk Western Ry. Also sec- 
retary and treasurer Detroit, Grand Haven & Milwaukee Ry., Toledo, 
Saginaw & Muskegon Ry., Grand Rapids Terminal Ry., Grand Trunk 
Milwaukee Car Ferry, Detroit & Toledo Shore Line R. R. ; secretary 
Chicago, Detroit & Canada Grand Trunk Junction Ry., Michigan Air 
Line Ry., St. Clair Tunnel Co., International Bridge Co. Member De- 
troit Board of Commerce. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Country, Detroit 
Boat. Office : Foot of Brush St. Residence : The Palms. 

ALEXANDER, Kirkand Barker, newspaper editor; born, Grosse 
He, Wayne Co., Mich., Dec. 28, 1874; son of George Watts and Martha 
(Arnold) Alexander (of Scotch and Welsh parents, respectively) ; grad- 
uate Cass School, Detroit, and Detroit High School, Jan., 1893 ; entered 
University of Michigan, Feb., 1893, and graduated, June, 1896, with de- 
gree of Ph. B. Unmarried. Entered newspaper work as suburban re- 
porter, Mar., 1900, on staff Detroit Journal ; became connected with De- 
troit News, Sept., 1901 ; returned to Journal after it passed into new 
hands, as dramatic and literary editor. May, 1902, was transferred to 



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editorial writing department, 1903, and is now chief editorial writer. 
Writer of several satirical comedies, played by University Club, and 
three-act comedy. Republican. Episcopalian. Member Phi Chapter of 
Psi Upsilon, University Club, Detroit Racquet and Curling Club, Detroit 
Athletic, Elliot Street Tennis Club. Recreations: Tennis, racquets, base- 
ball, golf. Office : Detroit Journal, Detroit. Residence : Grosse He, Mich. 

ALGER, Frederick Moulton, investor and business manager; born, 
Detroit, June 27, 1876; son of Hon. Russell A. and Annette H. (Henry) 
Alger; educated in Phillips Academy and Harvard University, gradu- 
ating from the latter A. B., 1899; married at Detroit, May 2, 1901, 
Mary Eldridge Swift. Has been engaged in business in Detroit since 
1900; director and secretary Alger, Smith & Co., lumber manufacturers, 
Manistique Lumbering Co. ; president Volunteer Iron and Mining Co. ; 
vice president Manistique Railway ; director Packard Motor Car Co., An- 
derson Forge and Machine Co., Michigan Copper and Brass Co., Na- 
tional Bank of Commerce. Served as captain and assistant adjutant gen- 
eral, U. S. Vols., in Santiago Campaign, Spanish-American War, 1898. 
Republican. Presbyterian. Clubs : Detroit, Yondotega, University (De- 
troit) ; Metropolitan, Army and Navy (Washington) ; University and 
Harvard (New York). Recreations: Horseback riding, baseball, etc. Of- 
fice: 1004 Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 150 W. Fort St. 

ALGER, Russel Alexander, Jr., lumber manufacturer ; born, Detroit, 
Feb. 27, 1873; son of the late Gen. R. A. and Annette H. (Henry) Alger; 
educated at Michigan Military Academy, Detroit High School and Phil- 
lips Academy, Andover, Mass. ; married at Detroit, Jan. 23, 1896, Miss 
Marion Jarves. Was associated with his father in business and is execu- 
tor of the Alger estate; in business for himself since 1903. President Al- 
ger, Smith & Co., wholesale manufacturers of lumber, Anderson Forge & 
Machine Co. ; vice president Packard Motor Car Co. ; treasurer Duluth 
& Northern Minnesota R. R. Co. ; director Security Trust Co., People's 
State Bank, Manistique Lumber Co., Alger-Sullivan Co. Republican. 
Presbyterian. Member Loyal Legion (by inheritance). Clubs: Detroit, 
Yondotega, Country, Detroit Yacht, Detroit Boat, Automobile, Detroit 
Racquet and Curling, St. Clair Fishing and Shooting; Yacht, Automobile 
of America (New York) ; Kitchi Gami (Duluth) ; Mount Royal (Mon- 
treal). Recreations: Boating and field sports. Office: 1002 Union Trust 
Bldg. Residence : 566 Jefferson Av. 

ALLEN, John Robins, professor mechanical engineering ; born, Mil- 
waukee, Wis., July 23, 1869; son of James Morrill and Eliza Jane (Stan- 
ton) Allen ; educated in public schools of Milwaukee, Ann Arbor High 
School, University of Michigan, B. S., 1892, M. E., 1896; married at Ann 
Arbor, Oct. 9, 1894, Lola H. Conrad. Secretary L. K. Comstock Con- 
struction Co., Chicago, 1893 ; member firm of Ball & Allen, consulting 
engineers, Chicago, 1894-96; teacher mechanical engineering University 
of Michigan since Oct., 1896, professor, same, since 1903. One of the 
organizers of firm of Brush & Allen, engineers, Detroit, 1904, firm be- 



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coming Brush, Allen & Anderson, 1907. Member American Society of 
Ventilating Engineers, Detroit Engineering Society, National Associa- 
tion of Stationary Engineers (honorary), American Society of Mechani- 
cal Engineers. Democrat. Baptist. Member Phi Gamma Delta. Club : 
University. Recreations: Hunting and fishing. Offices: Univ. of Michi- 
gan, Ann Arbor, and 1331-1332 Penobscot Bldg., Detroit. Residence : 226 
S. Ingalls Av., Ann Arbor. 

ALLEN, William Henry, manufacturer ; born, Worcester, England, 
Sept. 10, 1871 ; son of Joseph and Elizabeth (Fox) Allen; educated in 
public schools of England and at Detroit Business University; married 
at Detroit, Nov., 1896, Miss Jennie Johnson. Came to America, 1887, and 
began active career in factory of Oliver P. Hazard, manufacturer of 
pants, Detroit; next was connected with the Peerless Manufacturing Co. 
as sewing machine adjuster and later served in the same capacity with 
Marvin M. Stanton & Co. ; was in employ of Kruttner, Rosenfield & Co., 
and the Binghamton Overall Co., Binghamton, N. Y. ; returned to De- 
troit, 1897, and began as William H. Allen & Co., in manufacture of all 
grades of petticoats, in which has since continued ; also senior partner of 
Allen, Fink & Co., manufacturers of silk petticoats. Republican. Epis- 
copalian. Member Loyal Guard. Recreation : Automobiling. Office : 253- 
255 Lafayette Av. Residence: 130 Stanton Av. 

ALLOR, Elmer L., lawyer ; born, Macomb Co., Mich., Dec. 22, 1867 ; 
son of Louis A. and Mary Jean Allor; educated in Mt. Clemens (Mich.) 
High School; graduate University of Michigan, B. S. and C. E., 1892; 
LL. B., Law School, University of Michigan, 1895 ; married. Lake View, 
Mich., 1902, Georgia Macomber. On U. S. Lake Survey under U. S. army 
engineers, 1889 to 1892, inclusive; instructor of Astronomy, University 
of Michigan, 1892 and 1893 ; admitted to the bar, 1895, and has since 
practiced at Detroit. Secretary Detroit Hotel Association, Michigan State 
Hotel Association ; treasurer Detroit Convention and Tourists' Bureau. 
Republican. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Member Masonic 
order. Elks. Recreation: Stock farming. Office: 412 Hammond Bldg., 
Detroit. Residence: Ingleside, Mt. Clemens, Mich. 

ALTLAND, Daniel Fickes, lawyer; born, Dillsburg, Pa.; son of 
Samuel and Lydia Altland ; preparatory education at Kiskiminetas 
Springs School, 4 years; graduate Princeton University, A. B., 1898; 
unmarried. Studied law and has practiced in Detroit since 1898; mem- 
ber of law firm of Altland & L'Esperance since 1906; vice consul of Mex- 
ico. Clubs : Detroit, Country, University. Office : 1030-1032 Penobscot 
Bldg. Residence: 93 Cass Av. 

AMBERG, Emil, physician; born, Santa Fe, N. M., May i, 1868; 
son of Jacob and Minna (Loewenbein) Amberg; graduate Realgymnasi- 
um, Elberfeld, Germany, 1887, Gymnasium in Arnsberg, 1888, University 
of Heidelberg, 1894, also passed state examination for license to practice 
in Germany; was interne in the eye department of the Massachusetts 



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Charitable Eye and Ear Infirmary, Boston, Jan. i, 1896-Apr. i, 1897; 
post-graduate courses in Berlin and Vienna. Has been engaged in prac- 
tice at Detroit since 1898. Member American Otological Society, Wayne 
County and Michigan State Medical societies, American Medical Asso- 
ciation, Chicago Medical Society, Mississippi Valley Medical Associa- 
tion, National Confederation of State Medical Examining and Licensing 
Boards, National Council of the National Economic League. Recrea- 
tions : Music, theaters, literature. Office : 270 Woodward Av. Resi- 
dence: 5(4- Elizabeth St., W. 

AMERINE, Charles Cassatt, manager The Great Western Oil Co. ; 
born, Piqua, O., July 12, 1857; son of John and Susan (Macklefish) 
Amerine; educated in public and high schools of Piqua, 1864-74; mar- 
ried, Detroit, Oct. 10, 1905, Agnes Eleanor Todt. Connected with freight 
department of the Pennsylvania R. R. at Columbus and Indianapolis, 
1878-84; engaged in farming, 1884-87, and as traveling salesman for the 
Cleveland Refining Co. (oils), 1887-90; city salesman, Detroit, for Sco- 
field, Shurmar & Teagle (oils), 1890-1900; has been manager of The 
Great Western Oil Co., Detroit and Toledo, since June i, 1901. Repub- 
lican (member executive board, Alger Republican Club, 1895-99). Mem- 
ber Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs: Commercial, Fellowcraft. Rec- 
reations : Baseball and theater. Office : 432 Penobscot Bldg. Residence : 
550 14th Av. 

AMOS, Charles Bristol, manufacturer ornamental brass, iron, wire, 
structural steel and iron work; born, Detroit, Aug. 25, 1871 ; son of Fer- 
dinand and Martha (Bristol) Amos; educated in public schools and at 
Detroit Business College; married at Detroit, Aug. 24, 1896, Elizabeth 
J. Snook. Served apprenticeship as machine operator with Harvey Sons 
Co., Limited, 1888-91 ; employed by American Straw Board Co., Ander- 
son, Ind., as paper machine operator, 1891, and in same year as book- 
keeper for the Citizens' Gas Co., Anderson ; returned to Detroit as as- 
sistant teller Peninsular Savings Bank; entered manufacture of mineral 
water, 1892, later acting as commercial salesman ; organized Charles 
Amos & Co., 1900, incorporated, Sept. 12, 1905, of which is president. 
Mason; member Maccabees. Club: Detroit Yacht. Recreations: Mo- 
toring, fishing and outdoor sports. Office : 94 Earned St., W. Residence : 
766 Junction Av. 

ANDERSON, Charles G., physician; born, Delaware, Ont., Can., 
May 24, 1869; son of Charles G. and Annie (Hixton) Anderson; educated 
in public schools of Ontario, Collegiate Institute of Ontario, and at De- 
troit College of Medicine, graduating, M. D., 1893; unmarried. Began 
practice in Detroit, 1893, as assistant physician Detroit Sanitarium ; has 
been physician-in-chief since 1896. Member Wayne County and Michi- 
gan State Medical societies, American Medical Association, Nu Sigma 
Nu. Mason, Knight Templar. Clubs: Detroit, Old Club. Recreation: 
Fishing. Office and residence : 107 Fort St., W. 



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ANDERSON, Henry C, mechanical engineer; born, Morganfield, 
Ky., Dec. 4, 1872 ; son of John G. and Sophia (Cromwell) Anderson ; ed- 
ucated in public schools, academy and Kentucky State College, degree 
of B. M. E., 1897 ; married at Lexington, Ky., Aug. 14, 1904, Sara G. 
Sinnrall. Junior professor of mechanical engineering University of Michi- 
gan; member firm of Brush, Allen & Anderson, consulting engineers, 
since Apr., 1906. Member Michigan Engineers' Society, Detroit En- 
gineering Society. Member Sigma Chi, Sigma Xi, Mason. Recreations: 
Reading, outdoor diversions. Office: 1331 Penobscot Bldg., Detroit. 
Residence: Ann Arbor, Mich. 

ANDERSON, John Wendell, lawyer ; born, La Crosse, Wis., Sept. 
25, 1867; son of Wendell A. and Susan M. (Small) Anderson; La Crosse 
High School, 1885, Cornell University, 1889, University of Michigan, 
LL. B., June, 1890; married at Detroit, June 19, 1895, Gustava Doeltz. 
Has been engaged in practice at Detroit since 1893 ; member of law firm 
of Anderson & Rackham since 1896, attorneys for R. G. Dun & Co. and 
National Surety Co. of New York. Director Ford Manufacturing Co. 
Member Detroit Bar Association, Michigan Bar Association. Independ- 
ent in politics. Episcopalian in religious views. Member Chi Psi, Corinth- 
ian Lodge No. 241, F. & A. M. Clubs: University (member board of 
governors, 1899-03, president, 1902-03), Country, Detroit Boat. Recrea- 
tions: Outdoor sports. Office: 519-520 Mofifat Blk. Residence: 196 
Iroquois Av. 

ANDERSON, Kenneth, treasurer and manager Kenneth Anderson 
Manufacturing Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Office: 33 
Atwater St., E. Residence : Hotel Plaza. 

ANDERSON, William C, president Anderson Carriage Co. ; born, 
Ontario, Can., 1853 ; son of Hiram and Susanna (Cummings) Anderson ; 
educated in public schools and business college ; married at Port Huron, 
Mich., 1877, I^^ F. Anderson. Began in manufacturing business at Port 
Huron, as Anderson Carriage Co., 1895 ; removed to Detroit, and con- 
tinues as wholesale manufacturer of carriages and electric automobiles. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Episcopalian. Mem- 
ber Masonic order. Recreation: Horseback riding. Office: Clay Av. 
and Riopelle St. Residence : 65 Rowena St. 

ANDERSON, William Kyle, capitalist; born near Owensboro, Ky., 
Mar. 24, 1847; son of James B. and Mary A. Anderson; educated in 
private schools at Owensboro ; University of Michigan, A. B., 1868, A. M., 
1871 ; post-graduate studies University of Berlin, 1868-69; married at De- 
troit, Jan. 26, 1870, Cornelia M. Cook. Began active career as cashier 
Owensboro Savings Bank, Owensboro, Ky., 1871, continuing until 1877; 
removed to Detroit and was manager Detroit Seed Co., 1877-78; treas- 
urer and director Michigan Car Co., Detroit Car Wheel Co., Baugh 
Steam Forge Co., Detroit Iron Furnace Co., Detroit Railroad -Elevator 
Co., Detroit Iron Mining Co., Detroit Transportation Co., Duluth and 



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Atlantic Transportation Co., etc., all of them known as the Newberry 
& McMillan corporations, 1879-92; treasurer Michigan Peninsular Car 
Co., 1893-94; not in active business since 1894, except in management 
of his own private affairs. First vice president and director Detroit 
Home Savings Bank; director Detroit Savings Bank, Security Trust 
Co., Detroit Railroad Elevator Co., Detroit Iron Furnace Co., Beals & 
Sefkirk Trunk Co., Manufacturers' Commercial Co., New York, etc. 
Deputy collector internal revenue, 2nd district, Ky., 1871-74; United 
States consul at Hanover, Germany, 1897-99 (appointed by President 
McKinley). Clubs: Detroit, Old Club, Country, Detroit, Detroit Boat, 
and Automobile. Office: 902 Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 739 Jef- 
ferson Av. 

ANDERSON, William Robert, general manager Anderson Forge 
and Machine Co.; born, Detroit, Oct. 7, 1872; son of William Henry 
and Elizabeth (McVittie) Anderson; educated in Detroit public and 
high schools; married at Detroit, June 5, 1899, Elizabeth Maude Ross. 
Has been general manager Anderson Forge and Machine Co. since 1905 ; 
also secretary and treasurer Anderson Tool and Supply Co., manufac- 
turers of drop forgings, engine crank shafts, cold chisels and plumbers' 
tools, with which he has been connected for past 16 years. Member De- 
troit Builders' and Traders' Exchange (director, 1905-06), Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Republican. Presbyterian. Member Ashlar Lodge No. 
91, F. & A, M., Peninsular Chapter No. 16, R. A. M., Monroe Council No. 
I, R. S. M. Clubs: Fellowcraft, Commercial. Recreation: Automobiling. 
Office : 27 St. Aubin Av. Residence : 769 E. Fort St. 

ANDERSON, Willis Sidney, physician ; born, Dansville, N. Y., Oct. 
16, 1868; son of Abel M. and Martha (Sawens) Anderson; educated in 
public schools of Utica, N. Y., and in Medical Department, Columbia 
University, New York City, graduating, M. D., 1891 ; unmarried. Has 
practiced in Detroit since 1891 ; laryngologist to Harper Hospital. Mem- 
ber American Medical Association, American Laryngological, Rhyno- 
logical and Otological Society, Michigan State and Wayne County Medi- 
cal societies. Clubs : Detroit Boat, Fellowcraft. Office : 606 Washing- 
ton Arcade. Residence : 416 4th Av. 

ANDRE, Anthony J., wholesale grocer; born, Detroit, Apr. 18, 
1873; son of Anthony and Clara (Leyhman) Andre; educated at St. 
Joseph's School, Detroit; married at Detroit, Apr., 1905, Emma Puff. 
Began active career, 1889, in employ of James Nail & Co., house fur- 
nishings, etc. ; then was with George W. Larkins & Co., lumber mer- 
chants ; commenced in 1890 as clerk with Peter Henkel Co., wholesale 
grocers, wines, etc., became traveling salesman and since 1897, when 
firm was reorganized as The Edward Henkel Co., has been vice presi- 
dent and director of the company. Catholic. Recreation: Horseback 
riding. Office: 157 Randolph St, Residence: 273 E. Warren Av. 



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ANDREW, Ed. P., manager Farrand Co. ; born, Hoosic Falls, N. 
Y., May 12, 1861 ; son of Edwin and Susan Elizabeth (Bray) Andrew; 
educated in Ludington (Mich.) High School; married at Grand Rapids, 
Mich., Mar. 31, 1883, Annetta Louise Knight. Began active career upon 
leaving school, 1879, as traveling salesman for S. A. Maxwell & Co., 
Chicago, continuing until 1882 ; in business as partner in firm of F. W. 
Andrew & Co., Ludington, 1882-87; on road for the Farrand Co., manu- 
facturers of pianos and organs, 1887-1905, and has been manager of the 
company's retail stores, Detroit, since 1905. Republican. Member Ma- 
sonic order, R. A. M. ; Elks, K. of P., N. U., R. A., U. C. T. Recreation : 
Sailing. Office: 178 Woodward A v. Residence: 30 Atkinson Av. 

ANDREWS, Charles James, northern sales agent Sunday Creek 
Co., miners and shippers of coal ; born, Washington, D. C, Dec. 20, 1868 ; 
son of John R. and Elizabeth (Milliken) Andrews; educated at Thorn- 
ton Academy, Saco, Me.; married, Saco, June 2, 1891, Miss Laura A. 
Tibbetts. Engaged in railway service with C, S. & H. Ry., 1889-97; be- 
gan in coal business, at Toledo, O., 1897, and removed to Detroit, 1902; 
was manager Detroit Coal Clearing House, 1902-05, since then northern 
sales agent Sunday Creek Co., Columbus, O., miners and shippers of 
Ohio and West Virginia coals. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Republican. Office: 1333 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 60 Horton Av. 

ANDRUS, Frank Davis, lawyer; born, Washington, Mich., Aug. 21, 
1850; son of Loren and Lucina (Davis) Andrus ; graduate Detroit High 
School, 1868; University of Michigan, Literary Department, B. A., 1872, 
M. A., 1875; Law Department, same university, B. L., 1879; married 
at Saginaw, Nov. 23, 1880, Julia J. Goodson. Began practice in Detroit, 
1880; in partnership with John B. Corliss as Corliss & Andrus, 1882; 
Corliss, Andrus & Leete, 1886; Corliss, Andrus, Leete & Joslyn, 1901 ; 
withdrew from firm, 1905, and has since been alone; practice general, 
business largely probate. Director and general counsel Michigan Alaska 
Development Co. Republican. Member Board of Estimates of City of 
Detroit continuously since 1890 (president, 1895). Member Detroit Bar 
Association, Michigan Bar Association. Episcopalian. Scottish Rite 
Mason (32°), Knight Templar, Shriner. Club: Old Club. Recreation: 
Outdoor sports. Office : 214 Moffat Blk. Residence : Addison Apts. 

ANDRUS, Frederick H. ; born, Washington, Mich.; son of Tru- 
man R. and Elizabeth (Hothan) Andrus; public school education; mar- 
ried at Chicago, Nov. 9, 1893, Inin Louise Marsh. Began active career 
at Jackson, Mich., in employ of Michigan Central R. R. ; became con- 
nected with Standard Paper Co., wholesale paper, Milwaukee, Wis.,. 
1884; removed to Chicago, 1888, and acted as credit man for A. G. 
Spalding & Bros., 1888-1902; has been identified with interests of the 
Whitney estate, Detroit, since 1902. Republican. Clubs: Detroit, 
Country, Racquet and Curling. Office: 512 Union Trust Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 202 Seminole Av. 



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ANDRUS, Ward Loren, merchandise broker; born, Washington, 
Mich., July 13, 1852; son of Loren and Lucina (Davis) Andrus ; edu- 
cated in public schools of Washington and at Detroit Business Univer- 
sity; married at Buffalo, N. Y., Aug. 17, 1878, Mrs. Ella McWhorter 
Schwartz. Began active career, 1871, in wholesale grocery house of D. 
D. Mallory & Co., continuing until 1885, when he bought out the firm; 
associated himself with Gilbert W. Lee and continued in the business; 
disposed of interest, 1890, and conducted wholesale grocery on own ac- 
count until 1907, since which time he has engaged in merchandise brok- 
erage as Ward L. Andrus & Co. Republican. Presbyterian. Member De- 
troit Board of Commerce. Recreations: Fishing and boating. Office: 16 
Campau Bldg. Residence: 550 Brush St. 

ANGELL, Alexis Caswell, lawyer; born, Providence, R. L, Apr. 26, 
1857; son of James B. and Sarah S. (Caswell) Angell ; educated in public 
schools of Burlington, Vt., Ann Arbor, Mich., and University of Michi- 
gan, graduating, A. B., 1878, LL. B., 1880; married June 6, 1880, Fanny 
C. Cooley. Was admitted to the bar, 1879, and has practiced in Detroit 
since 1880; member firm of Wells, Angell, Boynton & McMillan, 1892- 
02, and of Angell, Boynton, McMillan & Bodman since 1902. Director 
Detroit City Gas Co., Detroit and Buffalo Steamboat Co. Club : Coun- 
try. Office : 703 Union Trust Bldg. Residence : 49 Watson St. 

ANGELL, George Hall, paintings and photographic supplies ; born, 
Detroit, Aug. 3, 1874; son of George R. and Sarah (Hall) Angell; edu- 
cated in public schools of Detroit, and University of Michigan, graduat- 
ing, degree of B. L., 1894. Has been identified since the beginning of his 
active career with the art business established by his father in 1863 
as the George R. Angell Co., Ltd. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Clubs: Detroit, Country, University, Detroit Boat. Recreations: Golf, 
riding and yachting. Office: Fine Arts Bldg. Residence: The Pasadena. 

ANGUS, Samuel Floyd; born, Prairie Depot, O., Apr., 1855; son of 
Stephen and Lillie (Atkinson) Angus; widower. Began active career in 
mercantile business, in Ohio. Came to Detroit in 1893 and engaged in in- 
surance business as manager of National Life Insurance Co. ; afterward 
was manager of Home Life Insurance Co. ; entered promotion and con- 
struction of electric railways; built Toledo, Fremont & Norwalk R. R., 
and was its first president; sold out his interests in Ohio; promoted and 
constructed Detroit, Ypsilanti, Ann Arbor & Jackson R. R. (extending 
from Detroit to Jackson, 79 miles), of which became treasurer; sold out 
interests and retired, Jan., 1907, and has since confined his attention to 
investments. Republican. Member Masonic order, Knights Templar, 
Club: Detroit. Recreations: Horses and driving. Office: 910 Majestic 
Bldg. Residence : 59 E. Ferry Av. 

ANKETELL, Thomas Jackson, wholesale and retail lumber dealer ; 
born, Windham, Conn.; son of Rev. John (D. D.) and Marie Louise 
(Butterfield) Anketell; educated at Trinity School, New York City, and 



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Shattuck School, Faribault, Minn. ; married in Illinois, May 4, 1892, 
Elizabeth Moss Mills. President Anketell Lumber Co., organized Aug. 
I, 1893, and Anketell Lumber and Coal Co.; director Truman Moss State 
Bank. Democrat. Episcopalian. Member Masonic order. Clubs: De- 
troit, Automobile, Country (Detroit); Calumet (Chicago). Recreations: 
Lover of horses, cats and dogs. Office: 1033 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 
919 Jefferson Av. 

ANNIS, Newton, wholesale and retail fur manufacturer; born, 
Michigan, Oct. 22, 1858; son of Joseph and Berintha (McKee) Annis; 
public school education ; married at Burr Oak, Mich., June 27, 1883, Clara 
Culver. Came to Detroit from Burr Oak, Mich., 1880; was connected 
for six years with F, Buhl & Co., furs, etc. ; has been in fur business in 
his own name since 1887. Clubs: Detroit Boat, Fellowcraft, Detroit 
Golf, Country, Automobile. Recreations: Golf and automobiling. Of- 
fice: 241 Woodward Av. Residence: 78 Forest Av., E. 

ANSCOMB, William H., grocer; born, Wayne Co., Mich., Aug, 22, 
1846; son of Aaron and Clara (Coombs) Anscomb ; educated in public 
schools. Raised on a farm; began farming on his own account at 17; 
came to Detroit, 1876, and became connected with grocery business, in 
which continued as head of firm of W. H. Anscomb & Co. until retired 
from business, July i, 1907. Residence: 19 Myrtle St. 

ANTHONY, Howard B., manufacturer brass goods ; born, Medina, 
N. Y., Mar. 22, 1868; son of Benjamin M. and Elizabeth S. (Cole) 
Anthony; educated in public schools of Detroit and Detroit Business 
University (graduate) ; married at Detroit, Jan. 8, 1891, Mary J. Fair- 
bairn. Began active career as bookkeeper for P. H. O. Willebrands and 
later was stock and shipping clerk Detroit Tobacco Co. ; entered employ 
of Michigan Stone Co., 1883, and filled positions of receiving clerk, entry 
clerk, timekeeper and paymaster; was connected with Homer, McGraw 
& Co., fire insurance, for three years ; has been secretary, treasurer and 
director since Feb. 4, 1895, of The McRae & Roberts Co., manufacturers 
of brass goods, steam, water and gas. Also vice president and director 
for State of Michigan of the National Association of Manufacturers. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Presbyterian. Ma- 
son ; member Palestine Lodge No. 357, A. F. & A. M., King Cyrus Chap- 
ter No. 133, R. A. M., Detroit Commandery No. i, K. T., Moslem Tem- 
ple A. A. O. N. M. S. Clubs: City, Detroit Fishing, and Hunting Asso- 
ciation, St. Clair Flats. Recreation: Traveling. Office: The McRae & 
Roberts Co., 227-235 Campbell Av. Residence: 1216 Cass Av. 

APPLEBAUM, Isaac, wholesale and retail railway supplies; born 
in Suvolk, Russo Poland, Apr. 19, 1854; son of Harris and Hannah 
(Burnstein) Applebaum ; received education in private school in his na- 
tive land; came to America, 1868; married at Detroit, Apr. 19, 1874, Ray 
Jacobs. Landed in New York from Europe without any funds ; started 
to work as butcher (a business he had learned in the old country), but 



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soon abandoned it and began traveling and buying and selling machin- 
ery; in 1877 concentrated upon general railway supplies at Detroit and 
founded the business in which he has since continued under his own 
name. Also president Detroit, Flint & Saginaw Ry,, and Detroit Car 
Building and Equipment Co. Republican. Hebrew. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Member Odd Fellows, Knights of Pythias, Pro- 
tective Home Circle. Office: 912 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 116 Al- 
fred St. 

ARMITAGE, Percy T., district passenger agent Northern Pacific 
Ry. ; born, Springfield, O., June 9, 1878; son of Thomas D. and Emma H. 
(Gillespie) Armitage; educated in public schools; married at Duluth, 
Minn., Oct. 4, 1905, Miss Rena S. Gray. Entered railway service as fire- 
man Northern Pacific Ry. at Duluth, later engineer up to 1899; was in 
local freight office, 1899-02; then ticket clerk in passenger depot, city 
passenger agent, at Superior, and traveling passenger agent, until 1905, 
when he was appointed to present position at Detroit as district passen- 
ger agent. Served in Spanish-American War in Porto Rico under Gen- 
eral Miles. Member Masonic order (32°), Knights Templar, Shrine. 
Clubs: Transportation (Detroit and St. Paul). Recreations: Hunting 
and fishing. Office: Suite 428 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 615 2nd Av. 

ARMSTRONG, Edwin E., manufacturer of saddlery ; born, Detroit, 
1853; son of Thomas and Catherine (Hopson) Armstrong; educated in 
public schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, 1883, Louise McCutchem. 
Was connected with the hardware trade during the earlier years of his 
business career; member of the firm of Armstrong & Graham, organized 
1880, wholesale manufacturers of harness and other saddlery goods. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Office: 130 Jefferson Av. Resi- 
dence : 67 Watson St. 

ARMSTRONG, Henry I., saddlery hardware; born, Detroit, Dec. 
10, 1850; son of Thomas and Catherine (Hopson) Armstrong; educated 
in Detroit public schools, Olivet College and University of Michigan; 
married at Detroit, Mar. 21, 1877, Sarah Aikman. Was connected with 
the chemical laboratory of Parke, Davis & Co., 1871-73; then with Hay- 
den & Baldwin and Glover & Campau ; in employ of Buhl, Ducharme & 
Co., 1875-85; has been member firm of Armstrong & Graham, wholesale 
manufacturers saddlery hardware, since 1885. Republican. Presbyterian. 
Club: Detroit. Member Board of Commerce. Office: 128-132 Jefferson 
Av. Residence : 307 John R. St. 

ASHLEY, Edward H., wholesale and retail coal and ice ; born, Rich- 
mond, N. Y., Nov. 2, 1846; son of Hiram and Polly (Gilbert) Ashley; 
educated in public schools and Nunda Academy, N. Y., and at Gold- 
smith's Business College, Detroit; married, Detroit, May 22, 1878, Eva 
J. Belknap. Began active career as clerk in Warner's Dry Goods Store, 
Nunda, N. Y., 1865 ; removed to Detroit, 1869, and became connected as 
salesman with the dry goods house of Newcomb & Endicott, resigning, 



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1881, to accept a position with Belknap & Drake, wholesale packing and 
provisions ; entered the coal business, 1887, and organized the firm of 
Hall & Ashley, which was consolidated with Pittmans & Dean Co., 1892, 
when the latter company was incorporated ; is director and secretary of 
the company. Republican. Congregationalist. Recreation: Enjoyment 
of "the simple life." Office: 10 Adams Av., W. Residence: 71 Garfield 
Avenue. 

ASHTON, William J., secretary John Lauer Machine Co. ; born, En- 
field, Ont., Can., Nov. 28, 1869; son of John S. and Grace Yoe (West- 
away) Ashton ; educated in public schools of Enfield, 1874-84, Port 
Perry High School, 1884-87; business university, Chatham; married at 
Detroit, May 8, 1900, Frances M. Westphal. Began active career as book- 
keeper for John Lauer, manufacturer and contractor of special machin- 
ery and tools, 1888, continuing in the position until 1904, when the com- 
pany was incorporated and he was elected secretary, a position he has 
since held. Republican. Member Masonic order, I. O. F. Recreation : 
Fishing. Office: 108-114 Antoine St. Residence: 746 Joseph Campau 
Avenue. 

ASMUS, John A., wholesale coffees, teas and spices; born, Tavi- 
stock, Ont., Can., Apr. 28, 1873 ; son of August and Matilda (Grube) As- 
mus ; educated in public schools of Tavistock ; married at Detroit, 1906, 
Emily Kulewatz. Came to Detroit, 1887 ; was engaged in tea, coffee 
and spice business, 1888-96; then was connected for five years with life 
insurance business; associated with his brother, 1901, and organized the 
firm of Asmus Bros., teas, coffees and spices, in which has since contin- 
ued. German Lutheran. Mason. Office: 402-404 E. High St. Residence: 
712 McDougall Av. 

ATKINS, Gaius Glenn, clergyman ; born, Mt. Carmel, Ind., Oct. 4, 
1868; son of Thomas Benjamin and Caroline (Morris) Atkins; prelim- 
inary education, Ohio public schools; A. B., Ohio State University, 1888; 
LL. B., Cincinnati Law School, 1891 ; Yale Divinity School, 1892; (D. D., 
University of Vermont, 1904, Dartmouth College, 1906) ; married, Bell- 
brook, O., Aug. 24, 1892, Ada Haynes. Teacher Mt. Hermon Fitting 
School, Mass., 1892-94; ordained minister Congregational Church, 1895; 
pastor 2d Congregational Church, Greenfield, Mass., 1894-1900, ist Con- 
gregational Church, Burlington, Vt., 1900-06, ist Congregational Church, 
Detroit, since May, 1906. Member Beta Theta Pi, Phi Beta Kappa. 
Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Golf. Recreation: Outdoor sports. Office: ist 
Congregational Church. Residence: 25 Forest Av. 

ATKINS, John P., car service agent Pere Marquette R. R. ; born, 
Fayetteville, N. C, Feb. 28, 1868; son of Thomas S. and Eliza R. (Prior) 
Atkins; graduate Richmond Baptist College, Richmond, Va., 1886; mar- 
ried at Chicago, Apr. 20, 1898, Mrs. Eliza Jane Gray (nee Brierly). Be- 
gan railway service, 1866, as clerk in car accountant's office Chesapeake 
&: Ohio R. R. ; was chief clerk car service department, same road, 1888- 



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93 ; has since been, consecutively, clerk car service department, Chicago, 
Burlington & Quincy R. R., Illinois Central R. R., Chicago & Eastern 
Illinois R. R., car accountant Swift & Co., Chicago, chief clerk to super- 
intendent of transportation Pere Marquette R. R., and since Feb. 5, 
1903, car service agent same road. Republican. Presbyterian. Clubs : 
Detroit Transportation, Buffalo Transportation. Recreations : Hunt- 
ing and fishing. Offices: 3rd Av. and Fort W. Residence: 10 Euclid 
Avenue. 

ATKINSON, O'Brien, manufacturer of uniforms and society sup- 
plies; born, Port Huron, Mich., Oct. 6, 1871 ; son of John and Lida 
(Lyons) Atkinson; educated at Detroit College, Detroit Home and Day 
School, Michigan Military Academy, Orchard Lake, graduating, 1889, 
and at Clongowes Wood College, near Dublin, Ireland ; married, Detroit, 
Oct. 26, 1892, Marie Josephine Viger. Was admitted to the bar, Wayne 
Co., Mich., Oct. 17, 1892; practiced law, 1892-97; engaged in private 
banking business, 1893-1901 ; has been secretary-treasurer Greenwood- 
Atkinson-Armstrong Co., manufacturers of uniforms, etc., since 1901. 
Enlisted as private in Co. F, 4th Inf., Mich. N. G., later 2nd and ist lieut. ; 
maj. 35th Mich. Vol. Inf., 1898; quarter master gen. of Mich., 1900; mili- 
tary instructor Michigan Military Academy, 1901. Republican. Roman 
Catholic. Member Knights of Columbus, Knights of Equity, Knights of 
St. John. Recreation: Music. Office: 75 Woodward Av. Residence: 117 
Commonwealth Av. 

ATTERBURY, Allen W., vice president Detroit Pneumatic Tool 
Co.; vice president and treasurer Detroit Steel Casting Co. Member 
Detroit Board of Commerce. Office : Penobscot Bldg. Residence : 
683 Jefferson Av. 

ATWATER, Almon Byron, railway official; born, Sheffield, O., 
Nov. 19, 1845; son of John T. and Matilda E. (Hill) Atwater; educated 
at Kingsville (O.) Academy and Austenburg Institute ; married at Fort 
Erie, Can., 1872, Jane Thompson. Began railway service as telegraph 
operator, Cleveland & Erie Ry. (now part of Lake Shore Ry.), 1864, and 
acted as station agent at various points ; studied civil engineering and 
was employed as civil engineer on the Jamestown & Franklin R. R. and 
the Erie & Pittsburg R. R. in Pa. ; was assistant engineer on survey and 
construction of Canada Southern Ry. (now Michigan Central R. R.) ; 
chief engineer and general superintendent Georgian Bay & Lake Erie 
R. R. (now part of Grand Trunk Ry.), for four years; chief engineer 
Chicago & Grank Trunk R. R., 1882-85 ; superintendent Grand Trunk 
lines. West, 1885-98; assistant general superintendent Michigan Central 
Ry., 1898-02 ; has been assistant to president and director Grand Trunk 
Ry. System (lines West) since 1902. Also director Scotton-Dillon To- 
bacco Co., Forest Lawn Cemetery. Director Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Republican. Episcopalian. Mason. Knight Templar. Clubs : De- 
troit Golf (director), Detroit Boat, Detroit Curling. Recreations: Golf 
and curling. Office: Buhl Blk. Residence: 60 Hancock Av., E. 



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AVERY, George E., treasurer Detroit, Belle Isle & Windsor Ferry 
Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Office: Moffat Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 50 Selden Av. 

AVERY, John H., vice president, Detroit, Belle Isle & Windsor Fer- 
ry Co. Office : Moffat Bldg., Detroit. Residence : Grosse Pointe Farms, 
Mich. 

AVERY, Waldo A., president American Exchange National Bank ; 
born, Bradley, Me., May 14, 1850; son of Sewell and Eliza H. (Eddy) 
Avery; educated in public schools, Saginaw, Mich.; married in Ohio, 
Aug. 7, 1885, Christine Morrison. Removed with parents from Maine 
to Port Huron, Mich., 1854; began active career as a boy in the woods 
and lumber mills at Saginaw; entered lumber manufacturing on his 
own account and for many years operated as Avery & Co., with head- 
quarters at Saginaw, and as Richardson & Avery, Detroit and Duluth ; 
retired from lumber business, 1906, and is now an extensive operator 
in timber lands in his own name; president American Exchange Na- 
tional Bank ; director Detroit United Bank, Second National Bank of 
Saginaw, Mich., U. S. Gypsum Co. of Chicago, 111. Republican. Clubs: 
Detroit, Country, Old. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 1205 
Majestic Bldg., Detroit. Residence: Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich. 

AXFORD, Lloyd L., lawyer; born. New Baltimore, Mich., Jan. 7, 
1871 ; son of Livingston and Violet (Robertson) Axford ; educated in 
public schools and Law Department, University of Michigan, degree 
of LL. B., 1893. Began practice at Caro, Mich., 1893, in partnership 
with Judge F. S. Wheat; removed to Detroit, 1897; member of firm 
of McDonald & Axford since 1898. Democrat. Member Detroit Bar 
Association. Office: 411 Moffat Bldg. Residence: 236 Harper Av. 

AYERS, Clarence L., life insurance; born, Decatur, Ind., Aug. 8, 
1874; son of Nathan A. and Sarah J. (Chapman) Ayers; educated in 
public schools of Decatur; married at Detroit, 1904, Miss Iva M. 
Sanders. On farm until age of 16; studied law with Judge Paulis, 
Marion, Ind., 1890-94, and was admitted to bar, 1893 ; began active career 
in 1892 with John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance Co., continuing for 
nine years; then became connected with the State Life Insurance Co., 
of Indianapolis, as state agent for Michigan, and remained with the 
company six years; has been vice president of the Northern Assurance 
Co. of Michigan since time of its organization, January, 1907. Repub- 
lican. Member I. O. O. F. Club: Fellowcraft. Office: 221 Majestic 
Bldg. Residence: 67 Farnsworth St. 

AYERS, Harry S., wholesale and retail coal and coke; born. Dex- 
ter, Mich., Mar. 31, 1870; son of William H. and Ellen C. (Hawks) 
Ayers; educated in public schools of Dexter and at Detroit Business 
University, graduating, 1890; married at Pinckney, Mich., Apr. 12, 
1893, Musa C. Nash. Began active career as stenographer for Henry 
Stephens & Co., lumber manufacturers, Detroit, later acting in same 



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capacity for Williams, Davis, Brooks & Co. and others; became con- 
nected with Michigan Brass and Iron Works, 1895, and continued for 
five years, the last two years as secretary; was in employ of O. W. 
Shipman Coal Co. for about two years ; engaged in wholesale and retail 
coal and coke business for self until 1906 and as member firm of Ayers 
& Chase since June, 1906. Methodist. Member Palestine Lodge, A. F. 
& A. M. Recreations: Fishing and hunting. Office: 214 Hammond 
Bldg, Residence: 90 Newberry St. 

BACKUS, Newton D., manufacturer of woven boxes ; born, Jeffer- 
son Co., N. Y., July 10, 1853 ; son of Absalom, Jr., and Sarah E. (Stevens) 
Backus; educated in district schools of Jefferson Co. and public schools 
of Detroit; married at Detroit, November, 1877, Lillie E. Farrell. Began 
active career at 18 years of age, in lumber business with his father; 
engaged in lumber business and in manufacture of Backus woven boxes, 
under title of A. Backus, Jr., & Sons (incorporated, 1885), of which he 
is secretary and treasurer. Republican. Club : Rushmere. Office : 505 
Fort St., W. Residence: 739 2nd Av, 

BACKUS, Theodore L., office supplies and stationery ; born, De- 
troit, Sept. 10, 1851 ; son of Frederick H. A. and Dorothy (Stange) 
Backus; educated in Detroit public schools; married, Detroit, 1877, 
Anna L. Geist. Began at 17 years of age (1868), with the house estab- 
lished by his father and Arouet Richmond, as Richmond & Backus, 
incorporated 1885 as the Richmond & Backus Co., dealers in office 
supplies, printers' stationery, blank book manufacturers, etc. ; has been 
president of the company since decease of his father, 1896. Member 
Masonic order. Clubs : Detroit Athletic, Detroit Curling. Recreation : 
Outdoor sports. Office: 111-113 Woodward Av. Residence: 44 
Garfield Av. 

BADER, George T., real estate ; born, Jackson, Mich., July 22, 
1867; son of George and Hannah M. (Falahee) Bader; graduate Jack- 
son High School, June 30, 1884, and later completed regular course in 
College of Pharmacy; married at Detroit, Jan. 24, 1894, Loretta I. 
Bosset. Engaged in retail drug business at Jackson after passing exami- 
nation as registered pharmacist before State Board of Pharmacy of 
Michigan ; accepted position as traveling salesman, 1889, with firm of 
Farrand, Williams & Clark, wholesale druggists, Detroit ; entered gen- 
eral real estate, mortgage loans and fire insurance business at Detroit, 
Aug. I, 1892, in which continues. Member Detroit Real Estate Board. 
Recreations: Fishing and all outdoor sports. Office: 221-222 Moffat 
Bldg. Residence : 54 Westminster Av. 

BAGLEY, John Newbury, tobacco manufacturer ; born, Detroit, 
Sept. 8, i860; son of ex-Governor John J. and Frances E. (Newbury) 
Bagley ; educated in public schools of Detroit ; married at Grand Haven, 
Mich., Mar. 11, 1884, Esther P. Cutler. Began active career, 1880, m 
tobacco manufactory established by his father, was elected president 



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of the company, 1893, and still continues. President John J, Bagley 
& Co., established, 1853 ; vice president American Exchange National 
Bank ; chairman board of directors Bagley Land Co., Ltd. ; director 
Security Trust Co. Republican as to politics. Unitarian as to religious 
belief (trustee of church). Member Sons of American Revolution, So- 
ciety of Colonial Wars. Clubs: Yondotega, Detroit, Wittenagemote, 
Country, Detroit Boat. Recreations : Golf and fishing. Office : 48 
Bates St. Residence: 881 Jefiferson Av. 

BAGLEY, Paul Frederick, manufacturer; born, Detroit, Oct. 15, 
1869; son of ex-Governor John J. and Frances E, (Newbury) Bagley; 
educated in private schools of Detroit, Michigan Military Academy and 
University of Michigan. Began active career, 1892, in tobacco manu- 
facturing business established by his father, as John J. Bagley & Co., 
1853, and is treasurer of the company. Director Union Trust Co. ; 
treasurer Bagley Land Co., Ltd. Republican. Unitarian. Member 
Sons of American Revolution, Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs : 
Detroit, Yondotega, Country, Detroit Boat, Delta Kappa Epsilon. 
Office : 48 Bates St. 

BAHL, George Lauer, general agent Penn Mutual Life Insurance 
Co. of Philadelphia; born, Philadelphia, Jan. 13, 1870; son of Joseph F. 
and Jennie (Rice) Bahl; educated in public and high schools of Phila- 
delphia; married at Bailey's Mills, Ga., Dec. 23, 1896, Elizabeth R. 
Bailey. Began active career in employ of Penn Mutual Life Insurance 
Co., at Philadelphia, March, 1888, continuing there until September, 
1895 ; was general agent of the company for Florida, with headquarters 
at Jacksonville, 1895-1907, and has been located at Detroit since April, 
1907. Member Detroit Underwriters' Association. Mason (32°), mem- 
ber Palestine Lodge No. 357, F. & A. M., Knight Templar, Shriner. 
Clubs: Detroit Hunting and Fishing Association, Detroit Automobile; 
Century (Philadelphia); Seminole (Jacksonville, Fla.). Recreations: 
Automobiling, fishing. Office : McGraw Bldg. Residence : "The 
Pasadena." 

BAILEY, Mark T., wholesale lumber; born. Port Huron, Mich., 
April 13, i860; son of Mark T, and Anna (Holland) Bailey; educated in 
public schools of Saginaw; married at Saginaw, 1892, Lillie G. Goddard. 
Began active career in lumber business at Saginaw, 1880; spent ten 
years at New Orleans, La., in same line, returning to Detroit, 1903 ; 
member wholesale lumber firm of Conely & Bailey, organized, 1907. 
Also president Merchants' Salt Co. Christian Scientist. Republican. 
Recreation : Driving. Office : 38 Newberry Bldg. Residence : Alham- 
bra Apts. 

BAILIE, Robert L., president Golden Crest Mining Co. ; born, 
Stratford, Ont., Can., June 2, 1869; educated in public schools and at 
Stratford Collegiate Institute, graduating, 1883. Began active career 
as one of the organizers of the Bailie Coal Co., 1890 ; has been president 



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of the Golden Crest Mining Co. since 1902 ; director Central Drug Co., 
Michigan Soap Co. Republican. Mason, Knight Templar, Shriner. 
Recreation: Motor boating. Office: 1008 Union Trust Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 32 Warren Av., E. 

BAIRD, Charles W., merchandise broker and manufacturer; born, 
Cincinnati, O., Apr. 2, 1862 ; son of William and Margaret A. (Crouch) 
Baird ; educated in public and high schools of Indianapolis ; married at 
Pittsfield, Mass., Feb. 3, 1904, Caroline Williams. Began business 
career in employ of Kingan & Co., Ltd., Indianapolis; then with J. K. 
Graham and Singer Manufacturing Co., Indianapolis ; removed to De- 
troit, January, 1887, and established firm of Baird & West, merchandise 
brokers, which still continues and of which is partner; organized and 
established the Detroit Iron and Steel Co., 1902, of which is secretary 
and treasurer. Also president Independence Lumber Co. ; treasurer 
Detroit Crushed Slag Co. ; vice president Saginaw, Owosso & Lansing 
R. R. Co. ; director American Exchange National Bank. Member De- 
troit Board of Commerce. Republican. Clubs: Detroit, Country, Old 
Club, Detroit Boat. Recreation : Outdoor sports. Office : 149 Jeffer- 
son Av. Residence: 173 Parker Av. 

BAKER, Frederick Abbott, lawyer; born, Oakland Co., Mich., 
June 14, 1846; son of Francis and Abigail (Goodrich) Baker; educated 
in public schools and at Michigan State Agricultural College, Lansing; 
married, Aug. 8, 1867, Josephine Mary Bissell. Studied law in office of 
Sylvester Larnard, Detroit, and was admitted to the bar, June 14, 1867; 
has since practiced at Detroit. Member state legislature, 1877; cor- 
poration counsel City of Detroit three and one-half years. Member 
Detroit Bar Association, Detroit Board of Commerce. Democrat. 
Recreations: Dairy farming and studying constitutional history. Office: 
501 Whitney Bldg., Detroit. Residence : Black Meadow Farm, Royal 
Oak, Mich. 

BAKER, Patrick Charles, general manager Evening News Asso- 
ciation; born, Portage-du-Fort, Quebec, Dec. 16, 1857; son of Elias and 
Julia (Hartnett) Baker; public school education to age of 12; married, 
Detroit, May 27, 1879, Mary E. Doherty. Began in printing trade as a 
boy on the Mining Journal, Marquette, Mich., continuing until 1870, 
when he removed to Flint, Mich., and completed apprenticeship in office 
of the Flint Citizen ; came to Detroit, 1874, and entered composing room 
of the News; became foreman, 1881, managing editor, 1888; editor-in- 
chief, 1892, and has been general manager since June, 1905. Independent 
in politics. Club: Detroit Yacht (ex-commodore). Recreations: 
Yachting and other aquatic sports. Office: 65 Shelby St. Residence: 
332 E. Grand Blvd. 

BAKER, William S., manufacturing pharmacist; born. New York 
City, July 6, i860; son of Gookin and Elizabeth E. (Thompson) Baker; 
educated in public schools of New York City ; unmarried. Came to 



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Detroit, 1877; was connected with Stearns & Co., manufacturing chem- 
ists, 1882-89; assisted in organizing Nelson, Baker & Co., manufacturing 
pharmacists, 1889, incorporated same year, of which is treasurer and 
director. RepubHcan. Episcopalian. Mason, Knight Templar, Shriner. 
Club: Detroit Boat. Recreation: Water diversions. Office: Cor. 
Lafayette and Brooklyn. Residence: 23 Parsons St. 

BALDWIN, Frank Conger, architect; born, Galesburg, 111., June 
13, 1869; son of Charles Edward and Alta (Conger) Baldwin; educated 
at Massachusetts Institute of Technology; married at Boston, June 24, 
1896, Lilian E. Edson. Has been engaged in profession at Detroit since 
1890; member firm of Stratton & Baldwin, architects, organized, 1893. 
Director American Harrow Co., Pacific Era Publishing Co. President 
Michigan Chapter American Institute of Architects, president Detroit 
Architectural Club. Member Phi Gamma Delta. Clubs: Detroit, De- 
troit Riding, Detroit Boat, Country, University. Recreations: Hunt- 
ing, yachting. Office: 1103 Union Trust Bldg., Detroit. Residence: 
Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich. 

BALDWIN, Henry Porter, shoe manufacturer and dealer; born, 
Cohoes, N. Y., Jan. 24, 1845; son of Samuel H. and Sarah B. Baldwin; 
educated in private schools of New York State. Came to Detroit, 1866; 
entered the house with which he has since been connected as clerk; 
became traveling salesman, member of the firm, H. P. Baldwin & Co., 
1871, the title becoming H. P. Baldwin, 2nd, & Co., 1878, and Baldwin, 
McGraw & Co., 1895, manufacturers and jobbers, boots and shoes and 
agents Boston Rubber Shoe Co. Director Old Detroit National Bank, 
Detroit Trust Co., Michigan Fire and Marine Insurance Co. Repub- 
lican. Episcopalian. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Mason. 
Club: Detroit Country. Office: 193-195 Jefferson Av., Detroit. Resi- 
dence: Grosse Pointe, Mich. 

BALDWIN, James W., merchandise broker; born, Cambridge, 
Mass., Aug. I, 1853; son of James W. and Hannah (Bean) Baldwin; 
educated in public and private schools at Cambridge and Boston ; mar- 
ried at Detroit, 1880, Myra Moore. Began career with wholesale fish 
house, Boston, and traveled for same house until 1881 ; has been engaged 
as broker, grocer's stocks, at Detroit, since 1881. Republican. Protes- 
tant. Office: Foot I St St. Residence: 60 Atkinson Av. 

BALDWIN, Stephen, president Detroit Creamery Co.; born, Lin- 
coln, Eng., July 31, 1836; son of Thomas and Hannah (Pickering) Bald- 
win; came to America with parents, who located at Chautauqua Lake, 
N. Y., 1835; moved to Oakland Co., Mich., 1836; educated in public 
schools of Pontiac, Mich., and at Corson's Select School, Birmingham, 
Mich.; married at Pontiac, October, 1868, Miss Gertrude Hovey. Lived 
on farm in Oakland Co. until 17 and later taught school in the same 
county; entered employ of Flower & Newton, agricultural implements, 
Pontiac, 1861, and engaged in produce and commission business in Pon- 



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tiac on own account until 1864; in oil regions of Pennsylvania, 1864-66; 
one of the organizers and director Second National Bank, Pontiac, 
and also engaged in buying timber lands, 1865-69; moved to Detroit and 
became interested in Detroit Paper Co., 1870; withdrew^ from paper 
business and assisted in organizing Edson, Moore & Co., wholesale dry 
goods, 1872 ; one of the organizers of the wholesale millinery house of 
Black, Mitchell & Co., 1883; since 1867 extensively interested in lumber 
operations and was member of firm of Baldwin & Nelson; now prac- 
tically retired from active business affairs, but retains positions as presi- 
dent Detroit Creamery Co. and Detroit Column and Manufacturing Co. 
Office : 304 Whitney Bldg. Residence : 3 Madison Av. 

BALL, Linn Bradbury, sales manager American Chain and Foundry 
Co.; born. New Berlin, N. Y., Feb. 21, 1859; son of Ira Kellogg and 
Mary Arbrosia (Angell) Ball; educated in public schools of New Berlin 
and at New Berlin Academy; married, Dec. 13, 1887, Ela L. Palmer. 
Engaged in mining and railroading in Nevada, 1879-86, later entered 
chain manufacturing, which he followed at Bridgeport, Conn., and Mil- 
waukee, Wis.; came to Detroit, 1896, in same business, and has been 
sales manager of the American Chain and Foundry Co. since Sept. i, 
1907; also treasurer and manager Michigan Sprocket Chain Co. Mem- 
ber Co. C, Nevada National Guard, 1884. Republican. Member Detroit 
Board of Trade. Mason, Knight Templar, Shriner ; member Knights 
of Pythias, Royal League. Recreation : Baseball. Office : 508-509 
Majestic Bldg. Residence: 468 Campbell Av. 

BALLIN, Max, surgeon; born, Nordhausen, Germany, Aug. 13, 
1869; son of Jacob and Clementina (Oppenborn) Ballin; educated in 
Gymnasium of Nordhausen and at Universities of Freiburg, Munich and 
Berlin ; graduate University of Berlin, degree of M. D., 1892 ; began 
practice in Berlin, Germany, 1892; came to America, 1896; married at 
Leadville, Colo., July 10, 1901, Carrie Leppel. Has practiced in Detroit 
since 1901 ; consulting surgeon Harper Hospital, Member Wayne County 
Medical Society, Michigan State Medical Society, American Medical 
Association, Detroit Academy of Medicine. Recreations : Outdoor 
diversions. Office: 271 Woodward Av. Residence: 24 Bagg St. 

BAMLET, Frank H., real estate; born, Detroit, Apr. 18, i860; son 
of George and Mary (Wells) Bamlet ; educated in public and high 
schools, 1867-77, ^"d at commercial college, Detroit, 1877-78; married at 
Lansing, Mich., Mar, 29, 1882, Hattie A. Shank. Began active career 
as clerk in lawyer's office and justice court, where he studied law, 1878- 
79; in retail jewelry business for himself, 1879-85, and began in building 
business, 1885, in which he has since been interested, in connection 
with real estate enterprises ; owner of the Bamlet Building and other 
buildings and residences in the city. President Bamlet Building Co. ; 
chairman board of directors Parkview Land Co. Member Detroit Real 
Estate Board, Board of Commerce. Member Detroit Board of Esti- 
mates, 1890-91. Republican. Methodist. Member Masonic order. 



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American Insurance Union. Club: Wayne. Recreations: Outdoor 
sports. Office: 501 Bamlet Bldg. Residence: 2429 Woodward Av., 
Detroit, and Grosse He, Mich. 

BARBOUR, Edwin S., manufacturer; born, Collinsville, Conn., May 
II, 1870; son of George Harrison and Katherine (Hawley) Barbour; 
educated in Detroit public schools and Hales Preparatory School, Bos- 
ton; married, Detroit, Oct. 15, 1901, Edith F. Henry. Became identified 
with the Michigan Stone Co., 1890, of which is assistant treasurer and 
director; also director the Ireland & Matthews Manufacturing Co., and of 
Mitchell-Schiel Co., manufacturers of specialty shoes. Republican. 
Presbyterian. Member Fine Arts Society. Clubs: Yondotega, Detroit 
Country, Delroit Boat. Recreations : Country sports, golf, riding, etc. 
Office: 1022 Jefferson Av. Residence: 1707 Jefferson Av. 

BARBOUR, George Harrison, ist vice president and general man- 
ager Michigan Stove Co. ; born, Collinsville, Conn., June 26, 1843 '> son 
of Samuel and Phoebe (Beckwith) Barbour; educated in public schools 
of Connecticut ; married at Collinsville, June 26, 1869, Kate Hawley. 
Began active career, 1861, in partnership with his father (later Goodman 
& Barbour), dry goods, groceries, etc., Collinsville; sold out his business 
and located in Detroit, July, 1872; invested in Michigan Stove Co., 
manufacturers of "Garland" stoves and ranges, gas ranges and heaters, 
and was secretary of the company, 1872-86; ist vice president and gen- 
eral manager since 1886. President The Michigan Copper and Brass 
Co., Ireland & Matthews Manufacturing Co. ; director People's Savings 
Bank, Dime Savings Bank (vice-president), Michigan fire and Marine 
Insurance Co., Detroit Museum of Art, etc. Member National Stove 
Manufacturers' Association. Formerly alderman 2nd ward. Liberal 
Democrat. Clubs: Detroit (ex-president). Country, Fellowcraft. Rec- 
reation: Trout fishing and fond of fine horses. Office: 1022 Jefferson 
Av., Detroit. Residence: 134 Lafayette Blvd., Detroit; summer resi- 
dence: Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich. 

BARBOUR, Levi L., lawyer; born, Monroe, Mich., Aug. 14, 1840; 
son of John and Betsey (Morton) Barbour; educated in Battle Creek 
(Mich.) High School; University of Michigan, Literary Department, 
A. B., 1863 ; Law Department, same university, LL. B., 1865 ; degree of 
A. M., same university, 1870; married at Saginaw, Nov. 2;^, 1880, Harriett 
E. Hooper. Has engaged in practice at Detroit since 1866; member of 
firm of Barbour & Field. Director and attorney Citizens' Savings Bank. 
Member Board of Corrections and Charities four years; member Board 
of Regents, University of Michigan, ten years, 1892-97 and 1902-07. 
Republican. Mason. Clubs: Detroit, University, Prismatic. Recre- 
ation: Traveling. Office: 30-31 Buhl Blk, Residence: 661 Woodward 
Avenue. 

BARBOUR, William Tefft, president Detroit Stove Works; born, 
Detroit, Apr. 4, 1877; son of Edwin S. and Ella (Tefft) Barbour; grad- 



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uate Phillips Academy, Andover, Mass., 1895 ; married at Detroit, June 
10, 1902, Miss Margaret Chittenden. Began active career, 1895, as pur- 
chasing agent of the Detroit Stove Works, became vice president and 
has been president of the company since 1897. Also president Northern 
Motor Car Co.; director People's State Bank. Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Clubs : Detroit, Detroit Boat, Automobile. Recre- 
ations: Shooting and fishing. Ofifice: 13201360 Jefferson Av., Detroit. 
Residence : Birmingham, Mich. 

BARKER, H. B., retail house furnishings ; born near Lockport, 
N. Y., July 15, 1850; son of Joseph and Rachel (Brett) Barker; edu- 
cated in public schools; married at Detroit, 1869, Linda J. Lee. Has 
been a resident of Detroit since his boyhood ; in business with his 
brother, 1872-97; has been in partnership with his son, W. A. Barker, 
as H, B. Barker & Son, house furnishings, since 1897. Republican. 
Recreation: Outdoor sports. Office: 102-104 Michigan Av. Resi- 
dence: 1065 3rd Av. 

BARLOW, Walter, lawyer; born, Wayne Co., Mich., Sept. 20, 
1854; son of Caleb J. and Margaret (Spaun) Barlow; educated in public 
schools, State Normal School, Ypsilanti, and Law Department, Uni- 
versity of Michigan, degree of LL. B., 1881 ; unmarried. Has practiced 
in Detroit since Sept. 8, 1882; served in 32d Michigan Volunteer In- 
fantry, Spanish-American War; now lieutenant-colonel ist Infantry, 
Michigan National Guard. Democrat. Member Detroit Bar Asso- 
ciation, Detroit Camp No. 10, U. S. War Veterans, Office: 712 Majestic 
Bldg. Residence: 282 Park St. 

BARLUM, John J., meats and provisions; born, Detroit, Apr. 14, 
1866; son of Thomas and Bridget (McNamara) Barium; educated in 
public schools of Detroit; married, Detroit, Apr. 26, 1893, Jula M. 
Lewis. Has been connected since the beginning of his active career 
with the wholesale pork packing, meat and provision business estab- 
lished by his father, 1865, and is manager of the firm of Thomas Barium 
& Sons. Director Stewart Transportation Co. Member Michigan Na- 
tional Guard for four years. Club : Fellowcraft. Office : 354 Grand 
River Av. Residence: 319 Lincoln Av. 

BARLUM, Thomas, meats and provisions; born, Co. Limerick, 
Ireland, November, 1841 ; son of Patrick and Catherine Barium ; came 
to Detroit, 1852; educated in public schools of Detroit; married at 
Detroit, i860, Bridget McNamara. Has been identified with meat 
business since the beginning of his active career, and in his own name 
since 1862; head of the firm of Thomas Barium & Sons, wholesale and 
retail dealers and packers. Member Pool Commission since 1899. 
Democrat. Catholic. Member B, P. O. E. Recreation : Travel. 
Office: Central Market and 350 Grand River Av. Residence: 550 
1 2th Av, 



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BARNES, Claire L., secretary Detroit Steel Products Co. ; born, 
Comstock, Mich., July 6, 1880; son of Stephen C. and Irene L. (Camp- 
bell) Barnes; educated in public schools of Michigan; married at Chi- 
cago, June 5, 1901, Annie J. Smith. Began active career at age of 17, 
in employ of the Kalamazoo Spring and Axle Co., continuing, 1897-99; 
was next identified with American Radiator Co., Chicago, 1899-1901 ; 
returned to Kalamazoo and re-entered employ of the Kalamazoo Spring 
and Axle Co. as secretary, continuing until organization of the Detroit 
Steel Products Co., 1904, manufacturers of motor car springs and drop 
forgings. Republican. Episcopalian. Member Royal Arcanum, K. O. 
T, M. of the World, Illinois Commercial Men's Association. Clubs: 
Cleveland Automobile (Cleveland) ; American Motor League and 
American Automobile (New York). Recreations: Automobiling, hunt- 
ing and fishing. Office : Chene St. and North Grand Blvd. Residence : 
190 Frederick Av. 

BARNES, Edward Arthur, lawyer; born, Mason, Mich., Nov. 8, 
1862; son of Orlando Mack and Amanda Watson (Fleming) Barnes; 
educated in public schools of Mason and Lansing, Mich. ; Michigan 
Military Academy, Orchard Lake, Mich., 1879; graduate Literary De- 
partment, University of Michigan, degree of A. B., 1883; student Har- 
vard Law School, two years, 1883-85 ; married at Fort Wayne, Ind., 
Oct. 21, 1886, Julia Mott, daughter of Judge John Morris. Has been 
engaged in general practice of law in Detroit since 1886; has practiced 
alone except 1895-1905, when he was in partnership with U. Grant 
Race under firm name of Barnes & Race. Jeffersonian Democrat. 
Mason ; member Sons of American Revolution, Psi Upsilon (college 
fraternity). Recreation: Fishing. Office: 55 Home Bank Bldg. 
Residence: 612 Jefferson Av. 

BARNETT, Thomas R., expert accountant; born, London, Eng., 
Feb. 25, 1847; son of Thomas and Sarah (Evans) Barnett ; public school 
and private collegiate education ; married at Windsor, Ont., Sept. 3, 
1882, Mrs. Catharine Breimer. Began active career as apprentice, dry 
goods, London, 1862, and continued for eighteen years as bookkeeper 
and cashier in wholesale and retail dry goods lines ; came to America, 
May 27, 1873 ; was with Hull Bros., grocers, Detroit, four years ; Detroit 
Free Press, five years ; began as expert accountant, June, 1883 ; was 
with Calvert Lithographing Co. sixteen years ; has been secretary, 
treasurer and general manager Breitmeyer Bldg. Co. since time of its 
organization, Feb. 18, 1905. Also secretary-treasurer John Breitmeyer's 
Sons ; secretary The Barton-Netting Co., Detroit ; also secretary of The 
Barton-Netting Co., Windsor, Ont., Can. Recreation : Cultivation of 
flowers. Office: Room 201, Breitmeyer Bldg. Residence: 1263 3rd 
Avenue. 

BARTLETT, Charles L., lawyer; born, Battle Creek, Mich., Dec. 
18, 1871 ; son of Charles E. and Mary (Longhead) Bartlett; graduate 
of high school, business college and Law Department, University of 



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Michigan, LL, B., 1897; married at Detroit, Sept. 14, 1895, Lillian 
Sowle. Has practiced in Detroit since 1897; attorney for Michigan Fed- 
eration of Labor, Detroit Federation of Labor and a number of business 
organizations ; in general practice but makes specialty of trial cases. 
Admitted to practice in circuit and supreme courts of Michigan and 
United States court. Served as private in 32d Michigan Volunteer In- 
fantry, Spanish-American War. Republican. Episcopalian. Member 
Masonic order, Knights of Pythias, L O. O. F., Detroit Command Span- 
ish War Veterans. Recreations: Boxing and vv^restling. Office: Suite 
611, Hammond Bldg. Residence: 143 E. Adams Av. 

BARTON, Frank G., merchant and manufacturer; born. Youngs- 
town, N. Y., Mar. 27, 1852; son of Alexander B. and Elizabeth (Totten) 
Barton ; educated in public schools of Youngstown ; married. Youngs- 
town, N. Y., 1877, Ida R. Emerson. Began active career as clerk in 
general store, became manager and later proprietor; removed to Detroit, 

1882, and successively became office manager, manager and partner, 
P. A. Billings; sold interest and associated with Arthur McBean in the 
firm of Barton & McBean, gas and electric fixtures, continuing until 
1898, when Mr. McBean retired and firm became F. G. Barton & Co.; 
in 1904 retired from active business on account of health, traveled for 
a year and a half and again engaged in business ; is now president De- 
troit Mantle & Tile Co. (organized 1895 and incorporated 1907). So- 
cieties: Mason (32°), Shriner. Recreation; Fruit farming. Office: 
114-116 Broadway. Address: 27 Delaware Av. 

BASSETT, Arthur, loan agent ; born, Lenawee Co., Mich., Jan. 17, 
1851 ; son of Nehemiah and Mary (Foster) Bassett; educated in district 
schools and East Saginaw High School; married at Detroit, November, 

1883, Elizabeth C. Fancher. Began active career as clerk in drug store. 
East Saginaw, at fifteen years of age; was connected with wholesale drug 
house, later in banking institution three years, and was in drug business 
for himself nineteen years; has been special loan agent Northwestern 
Mutual Life Insurance Co. at Detroit since 1895. Republican. Baptist. 
Member K. O. T. M. Office: 809 Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 105 
Hancock Av., E. 

BASSETT, Jay, general agent The Provident Life and Trust Co. of 
Philadelphia, Pa.; born, Novi, Oakland Co., Mich., Jan. 21, 1848; son 
of John and Ervilla (Coomer) Bassett; graduate State Normal School, 
Ypsilanti, Mich., June, 1873; married at Ann Arbor, Mich., Aug. 23, 
1876, Mary A. Baker. Taught school for two years after leaving normal 
school ; studied law in Detroit for three years, was admitted to the bar 
and practiced until 1885 ; entered life insurance business and became 
general agent of the New England Mutual Life Insurance Co. of Boston, 
June, 1887, continuing for ten years; became general agent of The 
Provident Life and Trust Co. of Philadelphia, October, 1899, and six 
months later formed partnership with N. Reese, as Bassett & Reese, the 
firm since acting as general agents of the Provident Life and Trust Co. 



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Member Detroit Life Underwriters' Association. Independent Demo- 
crat in politics. Universalist in church affihation. Mason, Knight 
Templar. Recreations : Farming and forestry. Office : 44-45 Home 
Bank Bldg. Residence : 96 Canfield Av., W. 

BATCHELDER, Charles L., cut stone contractor; born, Vermont, 
1864. Has been a resident of Detroit since 1882 and has been identified 
with cut stone business since the beginning of his active career ; mem- 
ber firm of Batchelder & Wasmund since 1895. Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Club: Commercial. Office: 70 E. Water St. Resi- 
dence: 1 166 Alexandrine Av., W. 

BATES, George Williams, lawyer ; born, Detroit, Nov. 4, 1848 ; son 
of Samuel Gershom and Rebecca (Williams) Bates; educated in public 
schools of Detroit and at University of Michigan, graduating, degree of 
B. A., 1870, and M. A., 1875; married at Detroit, Apr. 26, 1887, Jennie 
Marie Fowler. Entered law office of Newberry, Pond & Brown, fall of 
1871, and later that of Meddaugh & Driggs; was admitted to the bar, 
1874, and has since practiced alone. Member Detroit and Michigan 
State Bar Association, American Bar Association; member of The 
National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform Legislation ; Com- 
missioner from Michigan on Uniform State Law. Member Society of 
Colonial Wars, American Historical Association, American Institute of 
Archaeology, National Geographic Society, Detroit Archaeological 
Society (president), Michigan Society Sons of American Revolution, 
National Society of Sons of American Revolution (ex-historian general), 
New England Society, Detroit, University Alumni Association, Detroit. 
Republican. Mason. Clubs: University, Detroit. Office: 32-33 Buhl 
Bldg. Residence : 53 Bagg St. 

BAUMGARTNER, Frank William, men's furnisher; born, Altoona, 
Pa., June 14, 1865; son of Caspar and Barbara (Tremmel) Baumgartner; 
educated in public schools and at St. Vincent's College, Latrobe, Pa. ; 
married at St. Paul, Minn., June 11, 1890, Anna B. Connolly. Began 
as clerk in clothing store at Altoona, Pa. ; later in same line at Cleve- 
land and St. Paul; came to Detroit in 1891 and was with J. L. Hudson 
until entered business for self, 1895; president and treasurer of the 
Baumgartner Fashion Shop. Republican. Catholic. Member Board 
of Commerce, Knights of Columbus, Elks. Club: Fellowcraft. Rec- 
reation: Baseball. Office: 12-14 State St. Residence: 94 Delaware 
Avenue. 

BAUMGARTNER, Fredolin, J., clergyman; born, Connors Creek, 
Mich., July 28, 1850; son of Wendelin J. and Frances (Anselm) Baum- 
gartner; educated at St. Frances Seminary, Milwaukee, Wis. Ordained 
priest of the Roman Catholic Church, June 9, 1876; first charge, Lady 
of Help, Detroit, June 13, 1876-Nov. 26, 1876; in charge of St. Vincent 
de Paul Parish, Pontiac, Mich., Nov. 26, 1876-Mar. 4, 1906 (the new St. 
Vincent de Paul Church was built during his pastorate) ; has been chan- 



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cellor and secretary of Diocese of Detroit since Mar. 4, 1906; active in 
erection of the new St. Francis Home for Boys and in erection of build- 
ings of the House of the Good Shepherd in Detroit. Address: 31 
Washington Blvd. 

BA,WDEN, George, produce ; born, Cornwall, Eng., June 28, 1854 ; 
son of William and Rowena (Faull) Bawden; received collegiate educa- 
tion in England ; married, London, Can., 1877, Emma Bryanton. En- 
gaged in furniture business in London, Ont., where he lived for twenty- 
five years, 1864-89; came to Detroit and was in produce business under 
title of George Bawden & Co., 1889-93 ! ^^^s been identified with firm 
of A. Jacobs & Co., wholesale fruit dealers and commission merchants, 
since 1893. Member Detroit Produce Co., of which he is 2nd vice 
president. Republican. Methodist. Member National Union, L O. F. 
Recreation : Outdoor sports. Office : 22-24 Woodbridge St., W. 
Residence: 171 15th St. 

BAXTER, Charles R., shoe merchant; born, Dayton, O., Dec. 6, 
1847; son of William J. and Margaret J. (Ramsay) Baxter; educated in 
public schools of Ohio and Connecticut; married at Detroit, Nov. 3, 
1875, Ella Wright. Came to Detroit, 1863, and has identified himself 
with R. H. Fyfe & Co., retail boots, shoes and rubbers, since 1869; 
partner of the firm since 1882. Member Ohio Society of Detroit. Clui3 : 
Fellowcraft. Recreations: Hunting and fishing. Office: 183-185 
Woodward Av. Residence : 940 Cass Av. 

BAYLEY, Volney Pearsall, pianos; born, Troy, Mich., Apr. 28, 
1843; son of James and Dorcas N. (Pearsall) Bayley ; educated in home 
district school until 17; State Agricultural College, Lansing, 1860-62; 
Union School, Ypsilanti, 1863 ; Michigan State Normal School, three 
years, 1864-66, graduating, 1866; married at Philadelphia, Nov. 27, 
1872, Miss Martha E. Mack. Entered employ of C. J. Whitney, music 
dealer, Detroit, 1866, and continued with the house until 1895, since 
which time he has engaged in piano business on his own account. Re- 
publican. Club: Rushmere. Recreation: Automobiling. Office: 58 E. 
High St. Residence: 56 E. High St. 

BAYLISS, Thomas, Michigan state agent Commercial Express 
Line; born, Wolverhampton, Eng., June 24, 1854; son of Thomas and 
Elizabeth (Crockett) Bayliss; educated at Browning Bros. College, 
Weston, Bath, Somersetshire (Associate of Arts) ; married at Montreal, 
Can., August, 1878, Elizabeth Rice. Arrived in New York at age of 
18, winter of 1871 ; removed to Montreal, winter of 1872; entered service 
of Grand Trunk R. R. Co., spring of 1872; was transferred to Detroit 
to succeed chief clerk in freight office, May, 1882; became connected 
with Commercial Express Freight Line, July, 1882, and was traveling 
agent for the line over ten years; has been Michigan state agent since 
June, 1896. Former member Garrison Artillery, Victoria Rifles and 5th 
Fusiliers, Montreal. Liberal Republican. Episcopalian. Member De- 



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troit Lodge No. 2, F. & A. M. Club : Detroit Transportation. Recre- 
ation: Outdoor life. Office: 69 Newberry Bldg. Residence: 64 
Chope PI. 

BEACH, Elmer H., publisher; born, Memphis, Mich., Nov. 11, 1861 ; 
son of Joseph M. and Jane M. (Mansfield) Beach; educated in public 
schools of Memphis ; married at Wyoming, O., June 10, 1905, Emily 
W. Woodruff. Began in publishing business, 1888, and is treasurer 
and manager of the Business Man's Publishing Co., publishers of The 
Business Man's Magazine and The Bookkeeper and Home Study, and 
general book publishers. Also secretary and treasurer Beach-Kauffman 
Manufacturing Co. President International Accountants' Society. Re- 
publican. Presbyterian. Clubs: Fellowcraft, Automobile (Detroit); 
Transportation (New York); Chicago Athletic (Chicago). Recreation: 
Automobiling. Office: 61-69 W. Fort St. Residence: 107 Eliot St. 

BEAL, Alexander William, wholesale dealer in coal ; born, Detroit, 
Feb. 3, 1864; son of William and Elizabeth (Stockdale) Beal ; educated 
in public and high schools of Detroit; unmarried. Began active career 
in employ of Detroit & Cleveland Navigation Co. ; became connected 
as bookkeeper with Smith & Campbel, wholesale coal dealers, 1882 ; 
and in 1887, when firm became Stanley B. Smith & Co., was admitted 
as partner. Republican. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs: 
Detroit, Detroit Boat, Detroit Golf, Fellowcraft. Recreations: Golf, 
travel. Office: 52 Newberry Bldg. Residence: 39 Charlotte Av. 

BEAL, Frank Edwin, vice president National-Fulton Brass Manu- 
facturing Co. ; born, Detroit, Aug. 24, 1861 ; son of William and Eliza- 
beth (Stockdale) Beal ; educated in public and high schools of Detroit 
and at Detroit Business College. Entered employ of Fulton Iron and 
Engine Works, 1880; was admitted to the firm and since reorganization 
in 1902 as the National-Fulton Brass Manufacturing Co., has been vice 
president. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Presby- 
terian. Mason. Clubs: Detroit, Old Club, Country, Detroit Boat, Har- 
monic. Recreation: Outdoor sports. Office: 22 Brush St. Residence: 39 
Charlotte Av. 

BEAMER, William H., proprietor Library Park Hotel; born, De- 
troit, July 4, 1861 ; son of Daniel W. and Jennie (Downs) Beamer; edu- 
cated in public schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, Aug. 16, 1880, 
Miss Florence G. Turner. Began in hotel business in Detroit, 1885, and 
has been proprietor of the Library Park Hotel since 1885. Also director 
and member executive committee Northern Assurance Co. of Michigan ; 
president Leamington Oil Co., Ltd. Member Board of Commerce. Re- 
publican ; represented ist ward in common council, 1894-02 (president, 
1899). Mason. Clubs: Fellowcraft (member board of governors). Au- 
tomobile, Detroit Golf. Recreations : Motoring, bowling, golf. Office : 
Library Park Hotel. Residence: 83 Piquette Av. 



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BEAUMONT, John W., lawyer; born, Elizabeth, N. J., July 20, 
1858; son of Wallace and Margaret (Belshaw) Beaumont; educated in 
Elizabeth public schools up to 1874, and public schools of Hart, Mich., 
to 1877; Michigan Agricultural College, Lansing, Mich., 1878-82, gradu- 
ating, B. S., 1882; studied law in office of Wood & Joslin, Saginaw, Mich., 
1883-86; admitted to the bar at Saginaw, 1886; married at Saginaw, June 
21, 1899, Alice Lord Burrows. Has engaged in general practice of law 
in Detroit since 1886. Professor Detroit College of Law since 1895 ; 
subjects: negotiable paper and suretyship, 1895-97; equity jurisprudence, 
1898-1905; legal ethics since 1906. Served as seaman aboard U. S. S. Yo- 
semite, Spanish-American War, April-Aug., 1898; judge advocate Michi- 
gan National Guard with rank of major, 1904, 1905 and 1906. Member 
American Bar Association, Michigan State Bar Association, Detroit Bar 
Association, American Historical Society. Republican as to politics. At- 
tendant at Presbyterian church. Member Gilbert Wilkes Command 
Spanish-American War Veterans. Clubs : University, Detroit, Detroit 
Boat, Prismatic, Acanthus, Green Bag, Detroit Golf. Recreations :Horse- 
back riding and golf. Address : Detroit, Mich. 

BECK, George, president and manager Michigan Beef and Provi- 
sion Co. ; born, Tiverton, Devon, Eng., Aug. 27, 1843 ; son of William B. 
and Anna (Lee) Beck; educated by home study; married at Detroit, 
1863, Minnie A. Miller (now deceased) ; again, Detroit, 1895, Jennie M. 
Smith. Entered employ of Smith & Coles, butchers, at age of 10; began 
in business for self, buying and selling country produce, at age of 19; 
entered Chicago live stock market as cattle buyer for Detroit, Buffalo 
and Albany markets, 1863; changed buying point to St. Louis, 1874, 
where he continued until 1892; organized the Michigan Beef and Pro- 
vision Co., wholesale dealers in meats and provisions, 1886, of which 
he has since been president and manager. Alderman 8th ward, 1892-94, 
and 1896-98, president Board of Aldermen, 1894 and 1897. Treasurer 
National Protective Butchers' Association, 1888-89; member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Republican. Member Masonic order. Royal Ar- 
canum. Clubs: Michigan, Fellowcraft, Detroit Bowling, German Sales- 
men, Detroit Wheelmen. Recreation: Bowling. Office: 138-140 Bates 
St. Residence: 383 Trumbull Av. 

BECK, George, president Beck Cereal Co. ; born, Preston, Ont., 
Can., Aug. 9, 1854; son of Jacob and Charlotte (Hespeler) Beck; edu- 
cated in public schools of Preston ; married at Ingersoll, Ont., 1884, 
Louisa M. Bland. Began business career, 1877, with his father, who 
founded the Beck Cereal Co.; became member of the firm, 1880, and 
since death of his father, Mar. 21, 1906, has been president of the com- 
pany (incorporated, 1900). Also president Detroit Barrel Co. Member 
Detroit Board of Trade (vice president). Board of Commerce. Repub- 
lican. Episcopalian. Mason. Club : Old Club. Recreation : Fishing. 
Office: 575-581 Fort St., W. Residence: 258 Lafayette Av. 



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BECK, Howard C, accountant; born, Irvington, N. J., Aug. 4, il 
son of Rev. Charles A. and Sarah Amanda (Cossart) Beck; educated in 
public schools of Milford, N. J., Haverhill, Mass., and Kittery, Me. ; 
graduate scientific course, Portsmouth (N. H.) High School, June 26, 
1884; married at St. Clair, Mich., June 17, 1891, Flora Gray McElroy. 
Began active career in ofifice of Bradstreet Mercantile Agency, Detroit, 
Oct., 1884; held various positions in the office and resigned Sept., 1892, 
to become warrant clerk in office of City Controller C. A. Black; was 
promoted to chief clerk by Controller C. W. Moore, May, 1894, and ap- 
pointed deputy controller by F. A. Blades, July i, 1895; resigned June 
15, 1907, to engage in business as public accountant under title of Beck, 
McElroy & Bullock. Secretary National Association Comptrollers and 
Accounting officers ; member committee on uniform accounting Na- 
tional Municipal League; chairman committee on Uniform Accounting 
League of Michigan Municipalities; director Michigan Association of 
Certified Public Accountants. Republican. Presbyterian. Member Ori- 
ental Lodge A. F. & A, M., Sons of American Revolution. Office : Mc- 
Graw Bldg. Residence : 630 Cass Av. 

BECKER, William H., secretary and treasurer the Ekhardt & 
Becker Brewing Co.; born, Detroit, Oct. 25, 1879; son of Herman and 
Gertrude (Ludwig) Becker; educated in Detroit public and high schools, 
Detroit Business College, and Detroit College of Law, graduating, 
LL. B., 1904; married at Detroit, Oct. 20, 1903, Miss Dora Lyon. Began 
as clerk, 1897, in brewing business, of which his father was one of the 
founders ; became bookkeeper and upon death of his father, in January, 
1907, succeeded to his interests in the business. Republican. Mason. 
Office : 482 Orleans St. Residence : 358 Orleans St. 

BEE, William Edward, mechanical engineer ; born, Wyandotte, 
Mich., June 30, 1870; son of Isaac and Emma (Newman) Bee; educated 
in public schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, Oct. 20, 1891, Susie M. 
Leckie. Began active career as machinist's apprentice with Detroit Steel 
and Spring Works, 1885, and continued until 1890, advancing to position 
of assistant foreman ; in employ of Gates Iron Works, Chicago, as 
draughtsman, becoming mechanical engineer, 1891-96; with the Webster 
Manufacturing Co., Chicago, as chief engineer and superintendent, 1897- 
03 ; has been treasurer and manager Palmer-Bee Co., manufacturing and 
selling power transmission and elevating and conveying machinery, De- 
troit, since 1904. Republican. Congregationalist. Member Masonic or- 
der, 1. O. O. F. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Club : Commer- 
cial. Recreation : Outdoor sports. Office : 39-41 E. Atwater St. Resi- 
dence: 96 Josephine Av. 

BEECHER, Harry E., wholesale paper; born, Detroit, Mar. 12, 
1874; son of Marshall W. and Josephine (Schars) Beecher ; educated in 
public schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, June, 1896, Miss Georgia 
Etta Horner. Began active career in wholesale paper business with his 
father, 1886; has been identified with Beecher, Peck & Lewis as mem- 



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ber of the firm since 1899. Also treasurer and general manager Detroit 
River Transit Co. Republican. Episcopalian. Recreations : Yachting 
and other outdoor sports. Office: 134-136 Jefferson Av. Residence: 128 
N. Grand Blvd. 

BEGLE, Howell Llewellyn, physician; born, Saginaw, Mich., Feb. 
12, 1877; son of Charles A. and Sarah (Griffith) Begle ; educated in pub- 
lic schools; U. S. Military Academy, 1895-96; University of Michigan, 
degree of B. S., 1900; Medical Department, University of Michigan, M. 
D., 1905 ; post-graduate course at University of Vienna ; married, Jack- 
son, Mich., June 29, 1907, Isabell Parnall. Began practice at Calumet, 
Mich., 1905, as physician in hospital of Tamarack Mining Co., and after 
travel abroad located in Detroit. Director The Yielding Cement Co. Re- 
publican. Congregationalist. Member Wayne County and Michigan 
State Medical societies, American Medical Association. Office : 32 Adams 
Av. Residence: 51 Gladstone Av. 

BELANGER, Harvey Francis, insurance and real estate ; born, De- 
troit, May 22, 1874; son of Joseph and Madeleine Askin (Peltier) Be- 
langer ; educated at Detroit College and Detroit College of Law ; un- 
married. Upon leaving college became associated with his father in 
general insurance, loan and real estate business and has been a partner 
of the firm of Joseph Belanger & Son since 1905. Republican. Member 
Knights of Columbus, Alumni of Detroit College. Club : Detroit Yacht. 
Recreation: Outdoor sports. Office: 610-61 1 Union Trust Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 505 Congress St., E. 

BELANGER, Joseph, insurance and real estate, consul of France ; 
born, Province of Quebec, Can., Oct. 8, 1848; son of Francois Stanislas 
Alfred and Marie Louise (Doyon) Belanger; educated at College of St. 
Marie, Beauce; graduate of first class from military institute at Que- 
bec, 1865 ; married at Detroit, Sept. 16, 1873, Madeleine Askin Peltier. 
Studied law before coming to Detroit, Feb. i, 1868, and continued to 
study for a year afterwards ; entered insurance office, 1869, and began 
business for himself, 1871, admitting his son to partnership, 1903. Mem- 
ber Detroit Board of Commerce, Detroit Fire Underwriter's Association. 
Appointed consul of France, Mar. 27, 1889; appointed by French govern- 
ment to represent France at Bi-centennial of foundation of Detroit by 
Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac, 1701 ; received decoration of the Palmes 
Academiques for services performed. President d'Honneur of L'Alliance 
Francaise, comite de Detroit, since its foundation, 1902 ; honorary mem- 
ber Detroit Light Infantry since 1887; member Wayne County Histori- 
cal and Pioneer Society since 1893. Democrat. Catholic. Member 
Knights of Columbus, St. Jean-Baptiste Society (ex-president), Lafay- 
ette Society (ex-president), C. B. A. Recreation: Reading. Office: 610- 
611 Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 505 Congress St., E. 

BELL, Harry C, railway official ; born, Cleveland, O., July 19, 1865 ; 
son of Samuel H. and Emily E. (Lankester) Bell; educated in public 
and high schools, Cleveland; married at Cincinnati, Mar. 22, 1893, Edith 



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May Weeks. Began railway service as clerk in claim department Lake 
Shore Rd., at Cleveland, June 19, 1881, continuing until 1888; in claim 
department Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati & Indianapolis Rd. (now 
the Big Four), Cleveland, 1888-89, ^nd at Cincinnati, 1889-95; rate clerk 
same road, 1895-99, chief clerk tariff bureau, 1899-July, 1901 ; chief clerk 
freight department Detroit Southern Rd., at Detroit, 1901-04; assistant 
general freight agent Detroit, Toledo & Ironton R. R., 1904-1907, general 
freight agent same road since May, 1907. Protestant. Recreation : Fish- 
ing. Office : 623 Penobscot Bldg. Residence : 684 Brush St. 

BELL, James Hendrie, secretary and treasurer Detroit Conservatory 
of Music; born, Detroit, Jan. 22, 1871 ; son of James and Annie E. (Pom- 
eroy) Bell ; educated in public schools and Detroit Business University ; 
married, Detroit, June 25, 1902, Cora T. Esperon. Purchased Detroit 
Conservatory of Music, 1902, incorporated, 1904 (founded by J. H. 
Hahn, 1874). Mason (Palestine Lodge, Peninsular Chapter, Detroit 
Commandery Knights Templar). Address: 530 Woodward Av. 

BELL, John, manufacturer; born, Brookline, Mass., May 12, 1851 ; 
son of Robert and Susan (Spears) Bell; educated in Detroit public 
schools ; married, Detroit, Apr. 20, 1876, Sarah Wright. Has been a resi- 
dent of Detroit since 1854; began active career as bookkeeper in grocery 
store and engaged in the grocery business until 1900; was for 29^ years 
with G. & R. McMillan (six years as partner) and for five years partner 
in the firm of Wallace, Bell & Co., grocers ; has been secretary and treas- 
urer The Bell-Graham Co., manufacturers of dress skirts and petticoats, 
since organization of the firm, 1900. Republican. Congregationalist. 
Recreation: Outdoor diversions. Office: 11-17 W. Woodbridge St. 
Residence: 25 Hendrie Av. 

BELL, John N., physician and surgeon ; born, Glenallan, Ont., Can., 
Sept. 14, 1865 ; son of Erasmus and Agnes (Shaw) Bell ; educated in 
public schools in Canada; graduate Ontario College of Pharmacy, Toron- 
to, Can., Phm. C, 1884; graduate Detroit College of Medicine, M. D., 
1892; married at Detroit, 1897, Vida Patterson. Has been engaged in 
practice in Detroit since Mar., 1892; adjunct professor of obstetrics and 
gynecology, Detroit College of Medicine, and gynecologist to Harper 
Hospital Polyclinic. Fellow American Association of Obstetricians and 
Gynecologists; member Wayne County Medical Society, Michigan State 
Medical Society, American Medical Association. Mason (Junior Deacon 
Kilwinning Lodge, A. F. & A. M., No. 297). Recreation: Fishing. Of- 
fice : 506 Washington Arcade. Residence : 418 4th Av. 

BENNETT, Charles D., general agent casualty insurance ; born, 
Grand Rapids, Mich., Feb. 11, 1868; son of Joseph H. and Lydia (Rob- 
erts) Bennett; educated in Grand Rapids High School; married, Detroit, 
Apr. 30, 1895, Maie H. Clark. Was engaged as salesman in jobbing lines 
from time of beginning his active career until 1893, when he entered 
casualty insurance business in Chicago ; removed to Detroit, 1894, and 



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has since been general agent of the Ocean Accident and Guarantee Cor- 
poration of London, Eng. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Vice 
president and librarian American League Library. Republican. Epis- 
copalian. Member Masonic order, Knights of Pythias. Clubs : Detroit 
Golf, Detroit Boat. Recreation: Golf. Office: 1021 Majestic Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 24 Longfellow Av. 

BENNETT, John F., physician and surgeon ; born, Salem, Mich., 
Sept. 13, 1864; son of Asher C. and Barbara (Kapp) Bennett; educated 
in district schools of Salem and South Lyon (Mich.) High School; Med- 
ical Department University of Michigan ; Michigan College of Medi- 
cine and Surgery, Detroit, graduating, M. D., Mar. 15, 1892; married at 
South Lyon, Mich., Sept. 13, 1887, Amy M. Smith. Has been engaged in 
practice in Detroit since 1892. Member U. S. Pension Examining Board 
No. I., Mich., since 1901. Member American Medical Association, Mich- 
igan State Medical Society, Wayne County Medical Society. Member 
Detroit Board of Education, 8 years ; elected coroner Wayne County, 
Nov., 1906, term expires Jan. i, 1909. Republican. Methodist. Member 
Masonic order, L O: O. F. Recreation : Motor boating. Office and resi- 
dence: 1993 Jefferson Av. 

BENSON, John J., resident manager Fidelity and Casualty Co. of 
New York, for Michigan and Indiana ; born. New York City, Apr. 25, 
1855; son of Robert and Jane (Braithwait) Benson; educated in public 
schools of Troy, N. Y, Engaged in hardware business at Troy, 187090; 
became associated with the Fidelity and Casualty Co. as special agent 
at Troy and became resident manager at Richmond, Va., for Virginia 
and North Carolina; has been located at Detroit since June, 1893. Repub- 
lican. Episcopalian. Member Masonic order (32°), Shrine. Clubs: Fel- 
lowcraft, North Channel, Detroit Golf. Office: 1021-1023 Hammond 
Bldg. Residence: The Plaza. 

BENSON, Oliver N., dry goods merchant; born, Plymouth, Mass., 
Dec. 12, i860; educated in public schools and business college. Entered 
dry goods business at Troy, N. Y., 1877; removed to Detroit, 1888, and 
was for many years connected with J. Sparling & Co., dry goods, as 
manager and partner; withdrew from the firm, 1906, and organized dry 
goods and furnishings business in his own name, of which he is pro- 
prietor and manager. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Mason. 
Club: Fellowcraft. Office: 168-170 Woodward Av. Residence: 85 
Palmer Av., E. 

BERGER, Robert C, wholesale leaf tobacco; born, Detroit, Dec. 
2, 1875; son of Casper B. and Lena (Bloom) Berger; educated in public 
and high schools of Detroit; married at Chicago, 1904, Miss Bettie Ad- 
ler. Began in leaf tobacco business under his father, 1890 ; became part- 
ner C. B. Berger & Son, 1902; acquired sole ownership of the business, 
1905, which he still retains; deals in Havana, Sumatra and Domestic leaf 
tobaccos. Club: Phoenix. Recreation: Fishing. Office: 216 Jefferson 
Av. Residence : 1628 Woodward Av. 



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BERRY, Thomas, manufacturer; born, Horsham, Eng., Feb. 7, 
1829; son of John and Catherine Berry; came to America with parents, 
1835 ; educated in private school at Elizabeth, N. J. ; married at Niagara, 
N. Y., i860, Janet Lowe. Began active career in tannery business with 
his father at Elizabeth; was manager of branch establishments for his 
father at Richmond and other points in Virginia ; traveled for a year and 
in 1858 located in Detroit, and joined his brother, Joseph H, Berry, in 
manufacture of varnish, in which brother had been engaged for some 
time at Springwells (now suburb of Detroit) ; plant moved to present 
location at foot of Leib St., cor. Wight, and has grown to be the largest 
varnish factory in the world ; chairman Berry Brothers, Limited, since 
May, 1907. Vice president Citizens' Savings Bank. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Formerly trustee Michigan College of Medicine, 
and member Detroit Board of Estimates, Board of Education, Poor Com- 
mission, City Council. Republican. Member Masonic order. Knights 
Templar. Ofhce: Leib and Wight Sts. Residence: iioo Jefferson Av. 

BESSENGER, Frank H., real estate ; born, Detroit, Oct. 13, 1871 ; 
son of George E. and Susan (Hooper) Bessenger; educated in public 
schools of Detroit, 1876-85, and at Detroit Business University, 1889; 
married at Detroit, Mar, 26, 1902, Artie Earll. Began active career in 
crockery and glassware store of Charles H. Wetmore, 1885, continuing 
1886; was bookkeeper for McDonald, Rich & Co., 1887-88, and for the 
Delta Lumber Co., 1889; was connected with Grindley Real Estate Ex- 
change, subsequently known as the City and Suburban Homes Co., 1889- 
1902; has been engaged in real estate business with Alanson A. Moore, 
as Bessenger & Moore, since 1902. Secretary Detroit Real Estate Board. 
First lieutenant and battalion adjutant First Infantry, Michigan Na- 
tional Guard. Republican. Methodist. Member Masonic order. Club : 
Detroit Rifle. Recreations : Automobiling, shooting. Office : 302 Tele- 
graph Bldg. Residence: 149 Grummond Av. 

BEYER, William Phillip, proprietor Hotel Ste. Clair ; born, Detroit, 
June 29, 1857; son of Johan Barthalamaus Beyer; educated in private 
schools and at German American Seminary, Detroit; married, Detroit, 
1897, Cornelia Dupont. Served apprenticeship as steel plate engraver 
with Calvert Lithographing Co., Detroit, but in 1877 met with an acci- 
dent which changed his vocation; was employed at the Michigan Ex- 
change Hotel, 1877-82; was chief clerk of Montezuma Hotel, owned by 
the Santa Fe Ry., at Las Vegas, N. M., and teller First National Bank, 
Las Vegas ; returned to Detroit, 1889, as manager of the Wayne Hotel ; 
proprietor Hotel Ste. Claire since 1903. Republican. Lutheran. Member 
Detroit Board of Commerce. Mason. Club : Detroit Yacht. Recreation : 
Automobiling. Office and residence : Hotel Ste. Claire. 

BEYSTER, John, manufacturer and dealer in lumber, lath, shingles, 
boxes, etc.; born in Holland, May 27, 1838; served apprenticeship at 
carpenter's trade in Holland for 55^2 years; came to America, 1867, and 
located in Detroit; married in Holland, i860, Hendricka Matthie. Fol- 



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lowed carpenter's trade and contracting in Detroit until 1877, when he 
established planing mill and yard in his own name, which still continues. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Mason. Recreation : 
Reading. Ofifice : 875 Fort St., W. Residence : z^4 Lafayette Av. 

BEZNER, Frederick O., secretary E. R. Thomas Detroit Co. ; born, 
Jerseyville, 111., Sept. 3, 1879; son of Frederick K. and Anna Mary (Pre- 
diger) Bezner ; educated in Jerseyville High School and Chicago Busi- 
ness College, Chicago; unmarried. Began active career as stenographer 
for passenger department of the Goodrich Transportation Co., Chicago, 
1898, continuing two years; stenographer and city buyer National Cash 
Register Co., Dayton, O., 190002 ; assistant purchasing agent Detroit 
Copper and Brass Rolling Mills, Detroit, 1902-03 ; assistant purchasing 
agent Olds Motor Works, Detroit, 1903-05, and purchasing agent same 
company, 1905-06; has been secretary and director E. R. Thomas Detroit 
Co., makers of motor cars, since May, 1906. Mason. Club : Commercial. 
Recreation: Automobiling. Office: E. R. Thomas Detroit Co. Resi- 
dence: 321 Hurlbut Av. 

BIDDLE, Andrew Porter, physician ; born, Detroit, Feb. 25, 1862 ; 
son of William S. and Susan Dayton (Ogden) Biddle ; grandson of Maj. 
John Biddle, of Detroit, and of John Ogden, judge of supreme court of 
New Jersey; educated in public schools until 10 years of age; private 
school, Geneva, Switzerland, 10 to 12; public high school, Heidelberg, 
Germany, 12 to 15 (1874-77) ; Detroit High School, 1877-80; naval cadet, 
U. S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, Md., 1880-83; graduate Detroit Col- 
lege of Medicine, M. D., 1886; married at Boston, Oct. 20, 1892, Grace 
Wilkins; one daughter, Beatrice Bradish Biddle. In practice in Detroit 
since 1886; professor dermatology and syphilology, Detroit College of 
Medicine; consulting dermatologist Detroit Board of Health; derma- 
tologist and secretary medical board, St. Mary's Hospital ; dermatologist 
Children's Free Hospital. Member American Dermatological Associa- 
tion, American Roentgen Ray Society, American Medical Association, 
Michigan State Medical Society (general secretary, 1900-06, and editor 
of the Journal of the society, 1902-06), Wayne County Medical Society, 
Detroit Academy of Medicine. Was U. S. pension examining surgeon, 
1893-97; major and surgeon 31st Michigan Volunteer Infantry during 
Spanish-American War, 1898. Republican since campaign of 1896. Epis- 
copalian. Recreation : Amateur gardening. Office : 57 W. Fort St. Resi- 
dence: 187 Seminole Av. 

BIEBER, Charles H., railway official ; born, Hillsdale, Mich., Mar. 
17, 1862; son of Jacob and Katherine (Knoll) Bieber; educated in public 
schools and business college of Jackson, Mich. ; married at Dearborn, 
Mich., Oct. 7, 1882, Kate F. Farland. Began railway service at Jack- 
son, as messenger Michigan Central Rd., 1879; was telegraph operator, 
same road and place, Apr. i, i88i-Oct. i, 1882; telegraph operator in of- 
fice of Fort Wayne & Jackson R. R. at Jackson, 1882-84; returned to 
freight department of Michigan Central until 1886; clerk in office of 



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general car agent, same road, 1886-90, traveling car agent, 1890-Feb. i, 
1891, general car agent, 1891-1906, superintendent car service same road 
since Jan. i, 1906. Was member Michigan National Guard, at Jackson, 
1880-83. Republican. Episcopalian. Member Masonic order (32°), 
Knights Templar (Past Eminent Commander), Shrine. Clubs: Detroit 
Transportation, Buffalo Transportation. Recreation : Reading. Office : 
57 Michigan Central Depot. Residence : 1094 Trumbull Av. 

BIELMAN, Charles F., secretary and traffic manager White Star 
Line; born, Detroit, Apr. 20, 1859; son of Frederick and Ellen (Daley) 
Bielman; educated in public schools of Casco, Mich., until 12; married 
at Detroit, Jan. 2.2., 1890. Was clerk in- general store and postoffice at 
Marine City, Mich., 1873-79; purser Detroit & Cleveland Navigation 
Co's steamers, 1879-86; has been secretary and traffic manager Star-Cole 
and White Star Lines since 1886. Also secretary and treasurer The Stew- 
art Transportation Co. since 1892. Member Detroit Board of Commerce 
(president, 1905-06). Republican. Clubs: Detroit, Harmonic, Detroit 
Whist (president Michigan Whist Association). Recreation: Whist. 
Office : Foot of Griswold St. Residence : 285 Hancock Av., W. 

BIGELOW, Albert E., retired; born, Wayne Co., Mich., July 13, 
1840; son of William C. and Sarah A. (Prindle) Bigelow; educated in 
district schools of Wayne Co. ; married, Marquette, Mich., 1882, Miss 
Lydia Houk. Began active career in retail lumber business, in Detroit, 
1868, and continued until 1897, when he retired to devote his attention 
to private real estate and other interests. Enlisted in Co. I, 24th Michi- 
gan Volunteer Infantry, Civil War, and served 2^ years as sergeant. 
Army of the Potomac ; honorably mustered out, 1864. Republican. Bap- 
tist. Member Masonic order, Knights Templar (Detroit Commandery 
No. i), Detroit Post No. 384, G. A. R. Office: 511 Hammond Bldg. 
Residence: 821 Northwest Blvd. 

BIGG, Arthur Henry, physician; born, Swansea, Wales, June i, 
1841 ; son of George and Joan (Clement) Bigg; came to America, 1848; 
educated at Bloomfield and Greenbush (Ont.) district schools; Catholic 
parochial school and Picton grammar school, 1854-60; graduate Detroit 
Medical College, M. D., 1881 ; post-graduate course New York Post 
Graduate School, 1885 ; married, Woodhull, Mich., Nov. 24, 1864, Miss 
Adaline Euphemia Wyckoff. Was assistant pharmacist to Dr. C. P. 
Parkin, Owosso, Mich., Apr., 1872-1876; conducted drug store at 337 St. 
Aubin Av., Detroit, Nov., 1876-Aug., 1883, and at 255 St. Aubin Av., 
Aug., 1883-Oct., 1888; medical practice since 1881. Member Detroit 
Academy of Medicine, Wayne County Medical Society, Michigan State 
Medical Society, American Medical Association. Was township clerk 
of Woodhull, Mich., 1867. Independent in politics. Congregationalist. 
Member Royal Arcanum. Recreation: Literature. Office: 271 Wood- 
ward Av. Residence: The Madison Apartments. 



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BIGGERS, William David, manager the Continental Co.; born, St. 
Louis, July I, 1864; son of David A. and Rebecca J. (Lowry) Diggers; 
educated in public and high schools, St. Louis ; married at St. Louis, 
Oct. 6, 1887, Emma M. Fisse. Began active career, 1883, in employ of 
the Simmons Hardware Co., St. Louis, advancing for 19 years through 
various positions, resigning position of buyer to become secretary and 
manager of the Walter A. Zelnicker Supply Co. ; resigned from this po- 
sition Dec. I, 1904, and became manufacturers' agent for hardware 
trade; removed to Detroit, Oct. i, 1906, as secretary of The Continental 
Co., manufacturers of screen doors and window screens for hardware 
jobbing trade, and has also been general manager of the company since 
Apr., 1907, Member school board, Webster Groves, Mo., 1900-02. Re- 
publican. Presbyterian. Member Detroit Board of Commerce, Royal 
Arcanum. Recreations: Golf and baseball. Office: 1 120 Penobscot Bldg. 
Residence : 80 Hague Av. 

BILLINGHURST, Allen D., state manager Union Mutual Life In- 
surance Co., of Portland, Me.; born, Albion, Mich., July 21, 1871 ; son 
of Edwin D. and Frank C. (Bull) Billinghurst ; educated at Albion Col- 
lege, Mich.; married at Detroit, Oct. 10, 1904, Minnie S. Williams. Lived 
on farm until 1893 ; was on road as traveling salesman for commercial 
houses until 1902, when he became manager state of Michigan for the 
Union Mutual Life Insurance Co. Democrat. Recreation : Fishing. Of- 
fice : 1120-1123 Chamber of Commerce Bldg. Residence: 1654 2nd Av. 

BIRD, Seaman Leggett, clothier; born, Clintonville, Mich., July 8, 
1862 ; son of John A. and Sarah E. (Woodhull) Bird ; educated in public 
schools of Oakland Co., Mich. ; married at Pontiac, Mich., 1885, Kate C. 
Waldo. Has been engaged in the clothing business continuously since 
the beginning of his active career, in 1882, first at Pontiac and later at 
Detroit, St. Paul, and with The Hub and Mandel Bros., Chicago, re- 
turning to Detroit, 1903, to enter into partnership with R, H. Traver, 
the firm being Traver-Bird Co., since spring of 1904. (At time of leaving 
Chicago was offered by Mandel Bros, probably the largest money con- 
sideration ever made a clothing manager and buyer, viz., $25,000 a year, 
to remain with the company as buyer of over $1,000,000 worth of cloth- 
ing annually). Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican in 
politics. Congregationalist in religious affiliation. Member Masonic or- 
der (32°), Y. M. C. A., B. P. O. E. Clubs: Fellowcraft, Rushmere, De- 
troit Golf, Detroit Automobile. Recreations : Golf, automobiling, bil- 
liards. Office: 171-175 Woodward Av. Residence: 152 Putnam Av. 

BISHOP, John Remsen, educator ; born. New Brunswick, N. J., Sept. 
17, i860; son of James and Mary (Ellis) Bishop; educated in German 
schools, 1870-73; St. Paul's School, Concord, N. H., 1873-79; student 
Yale Univ., 1879-81; A. B., Harvard, 1882; post-graduate study, Uni- 
versity of Cincinnati, 1900-03, Ph.D., 1903; married at Trenton, N. J., 
July 9, 1885, Anna Bartram Newbold. Instructor in Greek and English, 
St. Paul's School, Concord, N. H., 1882-83; head master Princeton (N. 



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J.) Preparatory School, 1883-7; instructor Hughes High School, Cin- 
cinnati, 1888-95 ; principal Walnut Hill High School, Cincinnati, 1895- 
1904, principal Eastern High School, Detroit, since 1904; manager aux- 
iliary department University Extension Work, Cincinnati, 1893-1903. 
Episcopalian. Member National Educational Association, American 
Philological Association, American Social Science Association, education 
associations of Michigan and Detroit, Sons of American Revolution. 
Recreation: Yachting. Office: Eastern High School. Residence: 986 
Jefferson Av. 

BISHOP, Matthew H., lawyer; born, Reedsburg, Wis., June 14, 
1874; son of Paul and Margaret (Yerk) Bishop; educated in public and 
high schools, Reedsburg, graduating, 1891 ; University of Wisconsin, 
1891-92; Detroit College of Law, graduating, degree of LL. B., 1899; 
married at Detroit, Oct. 6, 1904, Mabel E. Reaume. Was admitted to the 
bar, 1899, and practiced alone until 1902 ; member firm of Flowers, Mo- 
loney & Bishop, 1902-04, and Moloney & Bishop since 1904. Assistant 
prosecuting attorney, Detroit, 1904-07. Member Detroit Bar Associa- 
tion, Michigan State Bar Association. Republican. Presbyterian. Mem- 
ber Masonic order (32°), Knights Templar, Shrine. Recreation: Out- 
door sports. Office: 814-815 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 749 Trumbull 
Avenue. 

BISSELL, John Henry, lawyer; born, Lyons, N. Y., Feb. 22, 1846; 
son of William Henry Augustus and Martha Cotton (Moulton) Bissell ; 
educated at Walnut Hill School and Hobart College, Geneva, receiving 
degree of M. A., 1869; married, Geneva, June 30, 1869, Annie A. Sover- 
hill. Studied law and was admitted to the bar in Vermont, 1870, New 
York, 1871, Michigan, 1872, Supreme Court of U. S., 1881 ; practiced 
in Geneva, N. Y., 1870-71; removed to Detroit, Feb., 1872; member of 
firm of Miller, Bissell & Sibley, 1876-95, has since practiced alone. Di- 
rector and treasurer The Ideal Manufacturing Co. ; director The Edison 
Illuminating Co., of Detroit, The Peninsular Electric Light Co. ; mem- 
ber Michigan Fish Commission, 1883-89. President American Fisheries 
Society and of the Michigan Forestry Association; member American 
Historical Society, American Forestry Association, American Bar Asso- 
ciation, Sigma Phi. Club: Prismatic. Recreations: Fishing and for- 
estry. Office : 25-29 Bank Chambers. Residence : 649 Jefiferson Av. 

BLACK, Clarence A., manufacturer; one of the organizers of the 
Cadillac Motor Car Co., and is now vice president of the company. With 
others, built the Detroit, Monroe & Toledo Short Line, now part of the 
Detroit United Railway. Director Old Detroit National Bank. Mem- 
ber Detroit Board of Commerce. Office : Penobscot Bldg. Residence : 
1065 Woodward Av. 

BLACK, George M., manufacturer and transportation offiicial. Sec- 
retary and treasurer Detroit & Cleveland Navigation Co. ; assistant treas- 
urer Detroit & Buffalo Steamboat Co. ; treasurer Detroit Seamless Bath 



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Tub Co., Monarch Steel Castings Co. ; secretary McMillan Estate, Michi- 
gan Malleable Iron Co., The Detroit Hotel Co., Ponchartrain Hotel Co. ; 
assistant treasurer Grace Hospital ; vice chairman Michigan Sprocket 
Chain Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Office: Union Trust 
Bldg. Residence : 92 Forest Av., W. 

BLACK, Maurice, merchant; born at Toledo, O., Sept. 30, 1873; 
son of Alexander and Theresa Black; educated at Leiand Stanford Uni- 
versity and at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, graduating, 1896; 
married at Manawa, Wis., Aug. 18, 1906, Elizabeth Van Adestine. Presi- 
dent, treasurer and manager The L. Black Co., optical, photo and jewelry 
goods, wholesale and retail. Club: Detroit Yacht. Office: 156 Wood- 
ward Av. Residence : 655 2nd Av. 

BLACKFORD, William H., vice president Detroit Casket Co.; 
born. Paw Paw, Mich., Feb. i, 1859; son of John and Ann (Hutchins) 
Blackford; educated in public schools; married at Detroit, 1902, Leon- 
ette Plumer. Lived on a farm until 18; came to Detroit, 1882, and as- 
sisted in organizing the Detroit Casket Co., of which he has since been 
vice president. Vice president Toledo Casket Co. Republican. Presby- 
terian. Office : 185 Congress St., W. Residence : 672 24th St. 

BLACKMAN, Frank H., insurance; born, Eddington, Me., Dec. 29, 
1842"; son of Francis and Rachel (Garland) Blackman ; educated in com- 
mon schools and at Westbrooke Seminary; married at New York City, 
Dec. 6, 1868, Ida M. Thompson. Enlisted in 14th Maine Volunteers, 
1861, and served three years in Civil War; was in 22 engagements and 
skirmishes and volunteered in three forlorn hopes ; mustered out as cap- 
tain ; was member Michigan State Militia, 11 years, and coloned 3rd 
Regiment, Michigan National Guard. Took course in business college at 
Poughkeepsie, N. Y., at close of the war and taught in same college one 
year; was in clothing store in New York City until obliged to seek a 
change of climate on account of ill health ; removed to Bay City, Mich., 
1870, and engaged in clothing business; came to Detroit, 1881, and has 
since been identified with insurance business. Senior member Black- 
man, Glass & Cook, general insurance; president Steel Cooperage Co., 
Detroit Automatic Sterilizer Co. ; director Huettman & Cramer Co., De- 
troit Twist Drill Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. 
Congregationalist (during his residence at Bay City was directly instru- 
mental in establishing there the ist Congregational church). Member 
Loyal Legion, Y. M. C. A. (director about 8 years). Recreation: Trav- 
eling. Office: 208-209 Moflfat Blk. Residence: Du Nord Apts. 

BLACKWELL, Henry, department store ; born. Limerick, Ireland, 
Apr. I, 1861 ; son of Henry and Mary (Sheehy) Blackwell ; educated in 
National schools of Ireland ; married, Ireland, 1888, Mary A. Quaide. 
Began active career, 1878, as clerk in mercantile house in Limerick ; 
came to America, 1890, and lived in New York City for two years ; located 
in Detroit, 1892, and was for a number of years identified with Partridge 



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& Co.; joined with Mr. Partridge, 1901, in organizing the general mer- 
chandise firm of Partridge & Blackwell, of which has since been junior 
partner; vice president Safety Folding Bed Co. Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Catholic. Member Knights of Columbus, Knights of 
Equity, A. O. H., C. M. B. A. Office: Cor. Gratiot and Farmer Sts. Resi- 
dence : 53 Garfield Av. 

BLAIR, Frank W., banker; born in Oakland Co., Mich., May 13, 
1870; son of Henry H. and Sarah (Warrener) Blair; educated in public 
schools of Birmingham, Mich.; married at Detroit, Nov. 22, 1899, Ellen 
Ferrier. Began active career as clerk in drug store, Birmingham, con- 
tinuing 1891-9; in state accountant's office as assistant state accountant, 
1900-4; state bank examiner for state of Michigan, 1904-6; auditor Peo- 
ples State Bank, 1906-Feb., 1908; president Union Trust Co., Detroit, 
since Feb, 14, 1908; one of the owners of Bank of Riverdale, Mich. Re- 
publican. Mason ; member Knights of Pythias. Club : Detroit. Recrea- 
tion: Baseball. Office: Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 59 Atkinson Av. 

BLAKESLEE, Jay M., president Union Casualty Co. ; born, Lans- 
ingville, N. Y., Oct. i, 1864; son of Horace and Jennie (Sharpsteen) 
Blakeslee; educated in public schools of St. Louis, Mich.; married at St. 
Louis, Mich., Dec. 11, 1894, Etta M. Disinger. Began active career at 16 
years of age as messenger for Western Union Telegraph Co., and fol- 
lowed telegraphing for Western Union and railroads until 1892 ; editor 
Penny News, a daily paper of St. Louis, Mich., 1892, agent and corre- 
spondent Detroit Free Press and Evening News ; district manager for 
12 years of the United States Health and Accident Insurance Co. of Sag- 
inaw, Mich., locating at Traverse City, 1897 ; has been president of the 
Union Casualty Co., health and accident insurance, since Feb. i, 1907. 
Member Knights of Pythias, B. P. O. E., K. O. T. M., Knights of the 
Grip, D. O. K. K. (secretary Lalla Rookh Temple, Traverse City, 1902- 
07). Recreation: Fishing for trout in Northern Michigan. Office: 603 
Majestic Bldg. Residence: 602 14th Av. 

BLAND, Joseph Edward, lawyer; born, London, Ont., May 5, 1866; 
son of Robert and Ann (Caughlin) Bland; educated in public schools, 
business college and University of Michigan, receiving degrees of LL. B., 
1895, and LL. M., 1896; unmarried. Began practice at Detroit, 1896; 
lieutenant commander and paymaster Michigan Naval Brigade ; served 
in Spanish-American War, 1898, as member of crew of U. S. S. Yosemite ; 
member House of Representatives, Michigan legislature, 1901-2 and 
1905-6, and was elected to state senate Nov. 6, 1906. Republican. Epis- 
copalian. Mason. Member Fine Arts Society. Club: Detroit Boat. Rec- 
reations: Music and aquatics. Office: 510 Wayne County Savings 
Bank Bldg. Residence : 165 West Fort St. 

BLEIL, Herman J., manager Standard Trunk Co. ; born, Detroit, 
Nov. 23, 1857; son of George and Christina Bleil ; educated in Bishop 
Union School ; married at Detroit, 1884, Miss Matilda Schonith. Began 



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active career in employ of Martin Meier & Co., Detroit, May i, 1870, 
later making his home in Chicago and St. Louis; returned to Detroit, 
1881, and was with Martin Meier & Co. until 1906, when became mana- 
ger of the Standard Trunk Co., manufacturers of trunks, cases, etc., for 
commercial purposes, also local selling agents for Jacob F. Meier Co. 
Republican. Methodist. Member I. O. O. F. Office : 143 Jefferson Av. 
Residence: 456 Dix Av. 

BLESCH, August F., manager Standard Sanitary Manufacturing 
Co.; born, Baden, Germany, Aug. 30, 1848; son of Adam and Rosina 
May Blesch ; came to America with parents, who located near Colum- 
bus, O., 1849; educated in public schools; married at Columbus, June 9, 
1889, Frances Timmers. Lived on farm until i860; worked in woolen 
mill, 1860-64, railroaded, 1864-67, and connected with plumbing trade as 
apprentice, journeyman and foreman, 1867-72; organized plumbing firm 
of Blesch & Klie, which continued 1872-79; was assistant superintendent 
Columbus (O.) Water Works, 1879-83; organized the Columbus Brass 
Co. and was its president and manager, 1883-1901 ; disposed of interest 
Nov. I, 1901, resigned his position and accepted management of the De- 
troit Works of the Standard Sanitary Manufacturing Co. of Michigan, 
inc., which office he now holds, being also secretary and member board 
of directors. President Employers' Association of Detroit, 1906-07; 
member Detroit Board of Commerce. Recreations: Boating and travel- 
ing. Office: 132-168 Clark Av. Residence: 257 Grand Blvd., E. 

BLOMFIELD, Sidney J., real estate ; born, London, Eng., Sept. 14, 
1880; son of Rev. Frank and Charlotte (Williams) Blomfield; came to 
Michigan with parents at 6 years of age; student for 3 years at Olivet 
College ; unmarried. Began active career as receiving clerk for the Pin- 
gree Co., 1901, continuing until 1904; studied law at night at Detroit 
College of Law, 1904-06; entered real estate and fire insurance business 
for self, 1904, and has developed a lucrative business in building houses, 
$3,000 to $4,000 each, and selling them to home seekers; built and sold 
25 houses in 1906; proprietor Blomfield & Co., partner Northwestern 
Mercantile Co. Congregationalist. Member Masonic order. Recreation : 
Outdoor sports. Office: 88 Griswold St. Residence: 155 Henry St. 

BLOMSTROM, Carl H., president the Blomstrom Manufacturing 
Co.; born. Grand Rapids, Mich., Apr. 11, 1867; son of Charles Gustav 
and Elizabeth (Carlson) Blomstrom; took special course in engineering 
at Grand Rapids, 1884; received degree of M. E. from International Cor- 
respondence School of Scranton, Pa.; married at Detroit, 1889, Anna 
Berglund. Began active career as mechanic in employ of F. C. Wells 
Pump Co., Chicago; was in Marquette, Mich., in manufacturing line, 
1896-01 ; came to Detroit, 1901, and established the Blomstrom Manufac- 
turing Co., builders of high grade automobiles, of which has been presi- 
dent and general manager from the beginning. Also manager Lake 
Shore Engine Works, Marquette ; vice president and manager C. H. 
Blomstrom Motor Co., Detroit. Republican. Lutheran. Member Ma- 



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sonic order (32°), Shrine. Recreation: Automobiling. Office: Cor. 
Leib and Wight. Residence : 399 Clark Av. 

BLOOMGARDEN, Abraham J., wholesale produce ; born in Ger- 
many, Aug. 22, 1862; son of Jacob M. and Leah (Kohnheim) Bloomgar- 
den; came to America with parents, 1865; educated in public schools of 
Peoria, 111. ; married, Detroit, Apr. 6, 1886, Miss M. Zohn. Was in meat 
business with his father for six years and in retail fruit and vegetable 
business for two years ; has been engaged in wholesale produce and fruit 
jobbing in his own name since Aug. i, 1888. Member Detroit Produce 
Exchange. Member of the Jewish church and of the Knights of Pythias. 
Recreation : Driving. Office : 33 Woodbridge St., W. Residence : 140 
Pitcher St. 

BLUE, Charles Frederick, Jr., manager Crucible Steel Co. of Amer- 
ica, Detroit; born, Memphis, Tenn., Jan. 16, 1883; son of Charles F. and 
Florence (Reiford) Blue; educated by private tutelage at Memphis and 
Jackson, Tenn. ; unmarried. Began active career as mechanical and civil 
engineer, with the Mobile & Ohio R. R., working between St. Louis and 
the Gulf Coast ; was next with Armour & Co., Chicago, in charge of re- 
frigerator lines in Tennessee and Mississippi; was in charge of railroad 
department of the First Sterling Steel Co., Pittsburg, Pa., and later was 
at St. Louis as Western manager for A. O. Norton & Co., of Boston; 
became identified with the Crucible Steel Co. of America, Pittsburg, 
Pa., and has been in charge of its business at Detroit since May, 1906. 
Episcopalian. Member Masonic order. Clubs: Country, Detroit Rid- 
ing. Recreation : Horseback riding. Office : Cor. Wayne and Wood- 
bridge Sts. Residence: Country Club, Detroit. 

BLUMENTHAL, David, secretary and treasurer American Paper 
Stock Co.; born, Russia, Sept. 15, 1862; son of Louis and Anna (Simons) 
Blumenthal ; educated in Russia and in public schools of Indianapolis ; 
married at Toledo, O., Nov. 8, 1885, Celia Epstein. Entered paper stock 
business, 1878, as member of firm of L. Blumenthal & Sons, and since 
1895 has been secretary and treasurer American Paper Stock Co., whole- 
sale dealers and graders of cotton and woolen rags, rubber, metals, etc. 
Also president American Lubricator Co. Republican. Jewish religion ; 
trustee Congregation Shaarey Zedeck; member United Charities, and 
Talmud Torah Association. Member Board of Commerce, Loyal Guard. 
Recreation : Outdoor sports. Office : 297 Orleans St. Residence : 90 
Alfred St. 

BODA, Orville S., superintendent Metropolitan Life Insurance Co., 
Detroit; born, Dayton, O., Sept. 3, 1868; son of Fernandes O. and Rhoda 
(McNutt) Boda; educated in public schools; married at Indianapolis, 
Ind., Dec. 21, 1892, Bessie Lytle. Learned printing trade and engaged 
in newspaper work until 1894; became connected with Metropolitan Life 
Insurance Co. first as solicitor; was made assistant superintendent, 1897, 
and has been superintendent since 1900. Member Detroit Underwriters* 



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Association (2nd vice president). Independent in politics. Methodist. 
Member Masonic order. Recreation : Outdoor sports. Office : 234 Wood- 
ward Av. Residence: iii Delaware Av. 

BODEN, John Mucklow, real estate and building; born, Southfield, 
Mich., Jan. 27, 1842; son of Thomas and Mary Ann (Mucklow) Boden; 
educated in district schools of Redford and Southfield and in public 
schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, Oct. 7, 1872, Miss Lottie E. 
Anscomb. Began active career as collection clerk of State Bank of Mich- 
igan, May 15, 1862, continuing with its successor, the First National, as 
collection teller until resigned, June, 1885 ; also during this time was 
member of grocery firm of F. D. Hart & Co., 1871-76, and bought out 
the Scotch Tea Store, 1878, and operated as Boden & Co., for three years; 
removed to Northville, Mich., 1885, and organized and was president and 
treasurer Boden Condensed Milk Co.; sold out and returned to Detroit, 
1887; engaged successfully in grocery business as W. H. Anscomb & 
Co., 1888-1907; in real estate and building since July i, 1907. Trustee 
and treasurer Trumbull Av. Presbyterian Church. Democrat. Recrea- 
tion: Expect to do a little traveling. Residence: 547 Trumbull Av. 

BODMAN, Henry E., lawyer; born, Toledo, O. ; graduate Univer- 
sity of Michigan, Ph. B., 1896. Admitted to practice law at Toledo, O., 
1897, and removed to Detroit the same year; member of law firm of 
Angell, Boynton, McMillan & Bodman since 1902. Member Michigan 
State Bar Association, Detroit Bar Association, Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Clubs : Detroit, University. Office. 703 Union Trust Bldg. Res- 
idence : 169 Van Dyke Av. 

BOGART, Frank E., vice president Farrand, Williams & Clark; 
born in Lenox Co., Ont., Aug. 4, 1865 ; son of Abram L. and Helen 
(Hawley) Bogart; educated in public schools of Ontario; married at 
Saginaw, Mich., 1896, Susie B. Shaw. Began in drug business with Bar- 
rick, Roller & Co., Philadelphia, 1885; came to Detroit, 1888, as travel- 
ing salesman for Farrand, Williams & Co., wholesale druggists, and 
continued with its successor, Farrand, Williams & Clark, of which has 
been vice president since its incorporation. Office: 11 Earned St., E. 
Residence: 85 Haigh Av. 

BOGUE, George G., wholesale hardware, cutlery and sporting 
goods; born, Pittsford, Vt, Feb. 26, 1854; son of Bishop C. and S. Cor- 
delia (Garfield) Bogue ; educated in district school of North Bloomfield, 
N. Y,, and at Clinton Liberal Institute, Clinton, N. Y. ; married, ist, at 
Paw Paw, Mich., Oct. 14, 1880, Clara A. Martin (died. May 18, 1903) ; 
2nd, at Chicago, Sept. 16, 1905, Mrs. Martha H. Bogue (nee Harris). 
Came to Michigan and began active career as clerk with A. P. Gardner, 
Albion, Mich., 1873 ; entered employment of Free & Martin, Paw Paw, 
Mich., 1874; came to Detroit and was connected with Buhl, DuCharme 
& Co., 1876-79, DuCharme, Fletcher & Co., 1879-85 ; became partner in 
the firm, 1885, sold out his interest, 1898; bought interest in business of 



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Standart Brothers, Ltd., 1899, and has been vice chairman of the com- 
pany since Jan., 1902. Republican. Clubs: Fellowcraft, Rushmere. Rec- 
reations: Fishing, boating, launching. Office: 155-161 Woodbridge St. 
Residence : 697 Cass Av. 

BOLLES, John Edward, proprietor and owner of J. E. Bolles Iron 
& Wire Works; born, Chelsea, Mich., Nov. 10, 1847; son of Frederick 
A. and Sarah ( Wooster) Bolles ; educated in public schools of Chelsea, 
Ypsilanti Seminary, and a graduate of Ann Arbor High School with 
advance preparation for Sophomore year in the State University; came 
to Detroit in 1866 and was identified with the dry goods business for six 
years. Married, ist, Detroit, Mar. 6, 1872, Harriet F. Snow, deceased in 
1895 ; 2nd marriage in Dearborn, May 14, 1901, to Miss Laura B. Whit- 
more. Began his career as a manufacturer in 1872 — member of firm of 
Snow & Bolles ; sold out his interest in 1877 and was in same line of 
business with E. T. Barnum until 1881 ; organized the firm of J. E. 
Bolles & Co. in 1882, which became the J. E. Bolles Iron & Wire Works 
in 1897, manufacturers of plain and ornamental iron and wire work. 
Since 1893 has been actively engaged in Organized Sunday School 
Work, ist, as president of the Wayne County Sunday School Associa- 
tion, 1894-5 ; leader in the Great Sunday School Rally Day Celebrations, 
held in Detroit, 1893-1899; president of the Michigan State Sunday 
School Association, 1902-03 ; continuously since, member of both County 
and State Executive committees; member of Central Methodist Epis- 
copal Church, held various official positions in same, including superin- 
tendent of the Sunday School, 1893-6. One of the incorporators of the 
Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Children ; member Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Republican in politics. Recreation : Lake Orion Assem- 
bly Resort, Sunday School work and traveling. Office : Corner Fourth 
and Porter Sts. Residence : 948 Cass Av. 

BOND, Fred M., lawyer; born, St. John's, Mich., Jan. 18, 1878; son 
of John S. and Marie M. (Otrey) Bond; educated in district school; pub- 
lic and high schools of Farmington, Mich. ; Law Department, Univer- 
sity of Michigan, degree of LL. B., 1901 ; married at Farmington, Sept. 
15, 1903, Anna E. Wolfe. Has engaged in practice of law since June, 
1901. Circuit court commissioner Oakland Co., Mich., 1904-06; secre- 
tary The Hoffman Home Realty Co. since June i, 1907. Member De- 
troit Bar Association. Republican. Methodist. Member Masonic order. 
Recreation : Outdoor sports. Office : 724-725 Chamber of Commerce. 
Residence: Gd. River Av., ist house outside city limits, Detroit. 

BONNING, Carl, physician ; born, Felsberg, Germany, Jan. 26, 1855 ; 
son of Wilhelm and Marie (Diederich) Bonning; educated in public and 
private schools of Germany; universities of Marburg and Strassburg, 
degree of M. D., Dec. 30, 1882; married, Detroit, Dec. 26, 1885, Hermine 
C. Kiefer. Has engaged in practice at Detroit since April, 1883. Mem- 
ber American Medical Association, Michigan State, and Wayne County 
Medical societies. Republican. Address: 99 E. High St. 



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BOOK, James B., physician; born, Toronto, Can., Nov. 7, 1843; 
son of Jonathan J. and Hannah P. (Smith) Book ; educated at Milton 
grammar school ; matriculated in Medical Department Victoria Univer- 
sity, Toronto; received degree of M. D., from Jefferson Medical College, 
Philadelphia, 1865; married at Detroit, 1889, Clotilde Palms. After grad- 
uating in medicine, spent 2 years in Europe, half of the time at Guy's 
Hospital Medical School, London, and the remainder of the time in at- 
tendance at clinics in Paris and Vienna ; located in Detroit, 1867, and 
practiced until 1892, since which time he has devoted his attention to 
his real estate interests. Director Commercial National Bank. Member 
American Medical Association, Michigan State Medical Society, Wayne 
Co. Medical Society. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Country, Detroit Boat. 
Office: Canipau Bldg. Residence: The Palms. 

BOOTH, Clarence H., vice president and general manager Pressed 
Steel Sanitary Manufacturing Co. ; born, Toronto, Ont. ; son of George 
and Myrtilla Camellia (Smith) Booth ; educated at Model School and 
collegiate institute, Toronto ; married at Toronto, June 30, 1898, Clara 
Mary Coleman. Began in business in Toronto with firm of Booth & Son, 
coppersmiths, 1890, the firm later becoming The Booth Copper Co., with 
which he continued until Dec, 1897; came to Detroit as manager of the 
Steel Bath Manufacturing Co., and in Feb., 1900, bought out the com- 
pany and conducted business under his own name until Feb., 1907 ; then 
organized the Pressed Steel Sanitary Manufacturing Co., manufacturers 
of porcelain enameled seamless steel bath tubs. President Peerless 
Heater Valve Co., Flint, Mich.; treasurer The Booth Copper Co., Ltd., 
Toronto, Can. Recreations : Outdoor sports, reading. Office : 450 
Franklin Av. Residence: 31 Euclid Av. 

BOOTH, Edwin J., secretary Michigan Fire and Marine Insurance 
Co.; born, Enfield, Conn., Apr. 9, 1864; son of John R. and Julia T. 
(Heath) Booth; educated in public schools; married, Detroit, Apr., 1890, 
Jessie Crawford. Began active career, Apr., 1881, at age of 17, in the of- 
fice of the Michigan Fire and Marine Insurance Co. ; was appointed as- 
sistant secretary, 1891, and has been secretary of the company since 
1901. Member Detroit Fire Underwriters' Association. Republican. 
Presbyterian. Club: Detroit Boat. Recreation: Fishing. Office: Penob- 
scot Bldg. Residence: 51 Stimson PI. 

BOOTH, George G., publisher; born, Toronto, Can., Sept. 24, 1864; 
son of Henry Wood and Clara L. (Gagnier) Booth; educated in public 
schools of Toronto until 1872, and at St. Thomas, Ont., until 1881 ; mar- 
ried at Detroit, June i, 1887, Ellen Warren Scripps. Began in manufac- 
turing business, 1883, and conducted it successfully under his own name ; 
sold out to engage in newspaper business as manager Detroit Evening 
News, Aug., 1888, and became president of the company, 1906; estab- 
lished Evening Press, Grand Rapids, Mar., 1893, and with associates, 
purchased Times-Press, Bay City, 1904; was for several years principal 
owner of the Chicago Journal, purchased from John R. Wilson. Presi- 



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dent The Evening News Association, Detroit, The Evening Press Co., 
Grand Rapids, The Bay City Times Co., Bay City, Mich. ; vice president 
The James E. Scripps Corporation, Detroit; also executor of estate of 
James E. Scripps (principal owner Tlie Detroit News and a large prop- 
erty owner of Detroit). Club: Detroit. Recreation: Home life on coun- 
try estate. Office: 65 Shelby St., Detroit. Residence: 605 Trumbull 
Av., Detroit; country residence: Cranbrook, Birmingham P. O., Mich. 

BOOTH, Ralph H., president The Jackson Citizen Co., Jackson, 
Mich. ; born, Toronto, Can., Sept. 29, 1873 ; son of Henry Wood and 
Clara L. (Gagnier) Booth ; educated in public schools of Canada and 
Detroit; married at Chicago, May 23, 1906, M. Mary Batterman. Re- 
moved with parents to Detroit, Apr., 1881 ; began active career with 
Detroit National Bank, Jan., 1888 ; with The Detroit Tribune as cashier 
and later business manager, 1892-95; removed to Chicago, June 25, 1895; 
with Chicago Journal as secretary and manager, and later became editor 
and publisher until Apr. i, 1904, when returned to Detroit, as editor and 
publisher The Detroit Tribune, later president and publisher The Grand 
Rapids Herald ; now president and publisher The Jackson Citizen-Press ; 
director Pressed Steel Sanitary Manufacturing Co. Republican. Mem- 
ber Reformed Episcopal Church. Clubs: Detroit, Country, Detroit 
Boat, Y. M. C. A. Recreation : Outdoor sports. Office : 450 Franklin St. 
Residence : 433 Jefferson Av. 

BORGMAN, Henry P., banking; born, Detroit, Mar. 13, 1865; son 
of Charles H. and Pauline (Purlier) Borgman ; educated in public schools, 
1871-74, German-American Seminary, 1874-80, Goldsmith's Business Col- 
lege, i88o-8i ; married at Detroit, Nov. 20, 1889, Anna Kremer. Left 
school to become clerk in law office, continuing for three months; was 
bookkeeper for Robinson Bros., wholesale liquors, for three years, then 
worked at carpenter trade three months, at the end of which time re- 
turned to office employment ; after an experience of one year in insurance 
office, became connected with State Savings Bank, June 20, 1885, and has 
since been cashier of the savings department. Also secretary and treas- 
urer McLaughlin Bros, Real Estate Co. ; secretary Valpey Shoe Co., 
Ltd. ; vice president Springwells Brick Co. Served for six years in 
Michigan National Guard. Clubs: Bankers', Detroit Yacht, Harmonie 
Society (treasurer). Office: The People's State Bank. Residence: 132 
Horton Av. 

BORNMAN, Charles F., printing and book binding; born at De- 
troit, Aug. II, 1866; son of John and Mary (Holstein) Bornman; edu- 
cated in public schools of Detroit and at business college; married at 
Holden, Mo., Apr. 17, 1895, Myrtus Daniels. Began active career, 1883, 
by learning printing trade with O. S. Gulley, Bornman & Co. ; was taken 
into partnership and firm became John Bornman & Son, 1892, which still 
continues ; vice president German- American Loan and Trust Co. Mem- 
ber Detroit Board of Commerce. Mason. Clubs: Fellowcraft, Detroit 
Curling. Office: 12-18 Earned St., E, Residence: 134 Delaware Av. 



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BORNMAN, John, printer and book binder; born near Neustadt, 
Germany, Aug. 18, 1836; son of Dietrich and Elizabeth (Immel) Born- 
man; came to America with parents early in life and was educated in 
public schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, 1862, Martha A. Holl- 
stein. Learned printer's trade with the old Detroit Advertiser, begin- 
ning 1857; entered employ of O. S. Gulley, printers, 1864, and was ad- 
mitted to firm of O. S. Gulley & Co., 1875 ; organized firm of John Born- 
man & Son, 1895, of which he has since been the head. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce, Detroit Typothetae. Republican as to politics. 
Evangelical in religious belief. Charter member German Protestant 
Home for Orphans and Old People. Member National Fraternal Union. 
Recreation: Culture of flowers (amateur). Office: Cor, Earned and 
Bates Sts. Residence : 108 Alexandrine Av., W. 

BOSS, Cyrus, cashier Detroit Savings Bank; born, Scituate, R. I.; 
son of Samuel and Lucinda (Joslin) Boss, and grandson of Captain Ben- 
jamin Boss, a soldier of the Revolutionary War; educated in public 
schools of Rhode Island; married at Detroit in 1893, Genevieve M. 
Shear. Came to Detroit, 1880, and studied law in office of Sidney D. 
Miller ; entered employ of The Detroit Savings Bank, 1887, was elected 
cashier, 1905, and still continues in that position. Republican. Office: 
Detroit Savings Bank. Residence : 66 Hazelwood Av. 

BOTHFELD, Charles Clarence, consulting and inspecting engineer ; 
born at New York City, 1863; son of Herman Frederick and Julia (Fer- 
guson) Bothfeld ; educated in public schools of Boston and Newton, 
Mass. ; S. B., Civil Engineering Department, Massachusetts Institute of 
Technology, 1884; unmarried. In employ of Edge Moor Bridge and 
Iron Works, Wilmington, Del., 1885-86; with Keystone Bridge Co., 
Pittsburg, 1886-87; in private practice as consulting and inspecting en- 
gineer since 1887. President Detroit Pneumatic Tool Co. ; secretary and 
director American Concrete Steel Co., Detroit. Republican. Unitarian. 
Member Detroit Engineering Society. Clubs: Detroit, Yondotega, De- 
troit Country, Old Club. Recreations: Golf, Tennis. Office: 1218 Pe- 
nobscot Bldg. Residence : Detroit Club. 

BOURKE, Michael Patrick, lawyer; born, Detroit, May 31, 1874; 
son of Patrick and Margaret (Scanlan) Bourke; educated in public 
schools; Detroit College, graduating, A. B., 1897; Detroit College of 
Law, LL. B., 1900; unmarried. Began practice in Detroit, 1900; ap- 
pointed assistant attorney general and spent three years (1903-1906) in 
Lansing; resumed practice in Detroit as member of the firm of Navin, 
Sheahan & Bourke. Secretary Marmola Co. Republican. Roman Catho- 
lic. Member Knights of Columbus, Knights of Equity. Recreation: 
Baseball. Office : 703 Hammond Bldg, Residence : 406 Trumbull Av. 

BOURNE, John Hill, clergyman, publisher; born in Shillaly, Ire- 
land, Apr. 3, 1870; son of Henry and Emma (Hill) Bourne; came to 
America with parents, 1873 j educated in public schools of Newark, N. 



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J., South Jersey Institute, Bridgeton, N. J., and at Crozer Theological 
Seminary, Chester, Pa. ; married at Bridgeton, N. J., Dec. 25, 1896, Mary 
Carll. Ordained to ministry, of Baptist Church, 1896; pastor, Worcester, 
Mass., 1896-1901, Las Vegas, N. M., 1901-02, Woodward Av. Baptist 
Church, Detroit, 1902-06; publisher, manager and treasurer Michigan 
Christian Herald (Baptist state paper) since 1906. Mason (Corinthian 
Lodge No. 241). Recreation: Farming. Office: 88 Griswold St., Detroit. 
Residence: Royal Oak, Mich. 

BOUTELL, Alexander A., president Detroit Graphite Manufactur- 
ing Co.; born, Avoca, N. Y., Jan. 13, 1840; son of Samuel and Caroline 
(Billsen) Boutell ; educated in common schools and high schools of Mil- 
ford and Ypsilanti, Mich. ; married at Ypsilanti, July 20, 1868, Harriet 
J. Carpenter (now deceased). Began active career in Detroit as book- 
keeper for Mowry & Co., tobacconists, Aug., 1867; acted as executor 
of estate of J. Mowry, 1871-Jan. i, 1874; in banking business with Bow- 
en & McGowan, Coldwater, Mich., 1874-76; in employ of Walker Mc- 
Graw Co., Detroit, 1876-78; became secretary-treasurer Globe Tobacco 
Co., Windsor, Ont., 1878, and was secretary, treasurer and manager of 
the company at Detroit, 1880- Jan. i, 1892, when he resigned after having 
built up an extensive business ; was for 4 years secretary of the Detroit 
Chamber of Commerce ; began manufacture of paints, Dec, 1892, as 
the Detroit Graphite Manufacturing Co., in which has since continued. 
Enlisted in ist Michigan Lancers, fall of 1861. Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Republican. Episcopalian. Clubs : Detroit, Wayne, De- 
troit Boat, Old. Recreations : Social life of the club and traveling. Of- 
fice: 10 I2th St. Residence: 423 2nd Av. 

BO WEN, Herbert, lawyer ; born. East Aurora, N. Y. ; studied law 
and was admited to the bar before the Supreme Court of th« State. Has 
practiced in Detroit since 1869; member of firm of Bowen, Douglas, 
Whiting & Durfin. Office: 614 Moffat Bldg. Residence: 33 Forest Av., 
West. 

BOWEN, Lem Warner, treasurer and general manager D. M. Ferry 
& Co.; born, Green Bay, Wis., July 12, 1857; son of Charles Clark and 
Julia M. (Hard) Bowen; educated in public schools of Detroit; Kala- 
mazoo (Mich.) College (freshman year) ; entered sophomore class Uni- 
versity of Rochester and was graduated, A. B., 1879; married at Roches- 
ter, May 10, 1881, Grace M. Woodbury. Came to Detroit after leaving 
college, 1879, and entered employ of D. M. Ferry & Co., seedsmen ; was 
elected treasurer, 1887, and general manager, 1900, which positions he 
has since held. Also president Cadillac Motor Car Co. ; president Stand- 
ard Life and Accident Insurance Co. of Detroit, Mich., vice president 
Security Trust Co. ; director Edison Illuminating Co., Michigan Sav- 
ings Bank. President Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican as to pol- 
itics. Clubs : Detroit, Country, Old Club. Recreation : Traveling. Of- 
fice: D. M. Ferry & Co. Residence: 54 Peterboro St. 



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BOWER, Seymour, general superintendent Michigan Fish Com- 
mission ; born, Clarkston, Mich., Apr. 3, 1855 ; son of Charles and Mar- 
garet (Spencer) Bower; educated in public schools of Oakland Co., 
Mich.; married at Deerfield, Mich., Oct. 12, 1880, Miss Exene M. Taft. 
Engaged in drug business at Clarkston and elsewhere, 1873-80; was con- 
nected with United States Fish Commission, 1880-93 ; general superin- 
tendent of the Michigan Fish Commission since 1893. Secretary Ameri- 
can Fisheries Society, 1899-1901 ; president Village of Northville, Mich., 
for two years. Republican. Member Masonic order, Knights Templar. 
Recreation: Outdoor sports. Office: Peninsular Bank Bldg. Residence: 
307 Meldrum Av. 

BOWLES, George C, dentist; born, London, Eng., Mar. 2, 1868; 
son of John and Sarah E. (Lee) Bowles; came to Detroit with parents, 
1871 ; educated in public schools of Detroit; Pennsylvania College of 
Dental Surgery, 1888-91, D. D. S., 1891 ; married at Maple, Mich., Aug. 
15, 1891, Lillian A. Hopkins. Began practice at Schenevas, N. Y., 1891 ; 
returned to Detroit, 1898, where he has since practiced. Member Michi- 
gan State Dental Society, ist District Dental Society (president, 1906- 
07). Recreation: Reading. Address: 32 Warren Av., W. 

BOWMAN, Charles J., secretary, treasurer and general manager 
American Butter and Cheese Co. ; born. Gang Mills, N. Y., Aug. 31, 1873 ; 
son of Lucius S. and Elizabeth Ann (Hurd) Bowman ; educated in com- 
mon schools; married, Indianapolis, Ind., July 22, 1903, Olive F. Pursell. 
Has been engaged in butter, cheese and egg business since 1893 and has 
been executive officer of the American Butter and Cheese Co. since Feb. 
22, 1904. Also president American Butter and Cheese Co., Cleveland ; 
member firm Sakewitz, McMillan & Bowman, and the Michigan White 
Clover Honey Co., both of Detroit; director American Butter and Cheese 
Co., Louisville, Ky., and American Dairy Co., Indianapolis. Member 
Christian Church. Office: 31-33 Griswold St. Residence: 192 West- 
minster Av. 

BOYDELL, J. Frank, president The Boydell Bros. White Lead and 
Color Co.; born, Detroit, July 9, 1866; son of John and Mary (Gliddan) 
Boydell ; educated in public schools of Detroit and at Michigan Military 
Academy; married at Detroit, Oct. 16, 1893, Florence E. Dixon. Has 
been connected with The Boydell Bros. White Lead and Color Co. since 
Jan. 9, 1892, and since death of father in 1907 has been president of the 
company, manufacturers and jobbers in paints, leads, colors, window 
glass, varnishes and painters' supplies. Member Masonic order (32°), 
past master Palestine Lodge No. 357, A. F. & A. M., and past potentate 
Moslem Temple, A. A. O. N. M. S. Recreation: Outdoor sports. Office: 
40 Champlain St. Residence : 458 John R St. 

BOYER, Joseph, president- Burroughs Adding Machine Co., manu- 
facturers of adding machines ; born, Canada, 1848. Learned machinist's 
trade early in life and followed it in St. Louis, Mo., for 31 years; in- 



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ventor of the first successful pneumatic hammer, such as are used for 
riveting on steel constructed buildings, steamships and boilers; asso- 
ciated with William S. Burroughs in the construction of the first Bur- 
roughs adding machine, the work being performed in his shop ; has been 
actively identified with the construction and distribution of the machines 
since the beginning, and has been at the head of the company since 1902 
(plant removed from St. Louis to Detroit in 1904). Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Clubs: Detroit, Country, Old Club, North Chan- 
nel Fishing Club. Recreations: Fishing, hunting and motoring. Of- 
fice : Cor. 2nd Av. and Amsterdam St. Residence : 637 Woodward Av. 

BOYNTON, Herbert Eugene ; born, Essex Co., N. Y., Jan. 29, 1864 ; 
son of Henry D. and Amanda M. (Bartlit) Boynton; educated in St. 
Clair (Mich.) High School up to 1878; Somerville Academy, graduating, 
1883; University of Michigan, degree of B. A., 1886; unmarried. Has 
been engaged in practice in Detroit since May 2, 1887; member of law 
firm of Angell, Boynton, McMillan & Bodman, organized, 1892. Di- 
rector and member executive committee Union Trust Co. : director 
Pontchartrain Hotel Co., New York Car Wheel Co. Republican. Mem- 
ber Psi Upsilon. Clubs: Yondotega, Detroit, Country, Detroit Boat, 
Old Club. Recreation : Boating. Office : Union Trust BIdg. Residence : 
Detroit Club. 

BRABB, Roy C, diamond merchant, jeweler and silversmith; born, 
Romeo, Mich,, Mar. 21, 1879; son of M. I. and Louise (Collins) Brabb ; 
educated at Michigan Military Academy, Orchard Lake, Mich.; married 
at Detroit, 1904, Miss Vera Lucking. Associated with his father in lum- 
bering, banking and other lines of business upon leaving school; secre- 
tary W. A. Sturgeon & Co., 1902-07, and has been treasurer of the com- 
pany since July i, 1907. Democrat. Clubs: Detroit Boat, Detroit Yacht, 
Detroit Golf, Detroit Automobile Club. Recreations: Automobiling, 
yachting and golf. Office: 237-241 Woodward Av. Residence: 651 
Woodward Av. 

BRACE, William Henry, teas and coflfees ; born, Cleveland, O., Apr. 
3, 1833; son of William and Lucy (Reynolds) Brace; educated in public 
schools and Janesville (Wis.) Academy, graduating, 1852; married, Sin- 
clairville, N. Y., Mary Edmunds. Began active career, 1855, in whole- 
sale grocery of W. Phelps & Bro., Detroit; became partner in the house, 
1862, incorporated, 1886, and was president of Phelps, Brace & Co. until 
1907, when the business was disposed of to Lee, Cady & Smart. Presi- 
dent W. W. Krag Co., importers of tea and cofifee. Standard Pure Food 
Co.; director Detroit White Lead Works, Michigan Wire Cloth Co., 
Michigan Mutual Life Insurance Co. Was member of the Detroit Light 
Guard for 7 years. Republican. Methodist. Member Detroit Board of 
Commerce. Mason. Club : Old Club. Recreations : Boating, fishing and 
baseball. Office: 43 Jefferson Av., W. Residence: 132 Bagg St. 



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BRACE, Willieim V., vice president the Commercial Milling Co.; 
born, Detroit, Oct. 5, 1861 ; son of William H. and Mary F. (Edmunds) 
Brace ; educated in Detroit public and high schools and Mayhew's Busi- 
ness College; married at Richmond Hill, Ont., Sept. 30, 1891, Sarah 
Elizabeth Morgan. Began active career, 1881, in employ of Phelps, Brace 
& Co., wholesale grocers, Detroit ; became member of the firm and later 
an officer in the corporation; purchased interest in The Commercial 
Milling Co., Oct. 15, 1906, and has since been manager of the company. 
Director Michigan Fire and Marine Insurance Co. Republican. Metho- 
dist. Club: Detroit Boat. Recreations: Fishing, shooting and camping. 
Office : 33-55 Randolph St. Residence : 42 Kirby Av., W. 

BRACKETT, Charles H., vice president Federal Casualty Co.; 
born, Hannibal, N. Y., Oct. 30, 1855 ; son of William W. and Sarah A. 
(Teller) Brackett; educated in public schools of Hannibal; married at 
New Albany, Ind., Feb., 1895, Minnie Belser. Lived on farm and was 
engaged in mercantile business until 1880; traveling salesman for Em- 
pire Drill Co., Jackson, Mich., 1880-83, and had charge of the Louisville 
(Ky.) office of the company until 1896; was secretary and manager Co- 
lumbia Insurance Co., Indianapolis, until Jan. i, 1907, when the company 
was merged into the Federal Casualty Co., of which he was elected vice 
president. Also vice president Wood-Carnahan Co., Indianapolis. Re- 
publican. Methodist. Member M. A. W., Ben Hur. Club : Marion (In- 
dianapolis). Office: 533 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 179 Merrick Av. 

BRADBEER, George J., manufacturer furnace pipe, oak belting, 
etc.; born, Cobourg, Ont., Dec. 13, 1848; son of William and Elizabeth 
(Jones) Bradbeer; educated in public schools of Cobourg and at Vic- 
toria College; married, London, Ont., 1897, Nellie Lenox. Lived in 
Cleveland, O., 1865-75 5 engaged in bookkeeping until he entered business 
for himself, 1889, as secretary of the Safety Furnace Pipe Co., in which 
he still continues. Also president Climax Oak Belting Co. Member Ma- 
sonic order. Club : Detroit Boat. Recreations : Hunting, fishing, boat- 
ing. Office: 27-29 Bates St. Residence: 60 Lincoln Av. 

BRADWAY, Ira J., real estate, insurance and loans; born, Bir- 
mingham, Mich., July 27, 1882; son of Albert and Mary (Render) Brad- 
way; educated in Birmingham High School, 1898-1900; University of 
Michigan, 1900-02 ; Detroit College of Law, 1903-06, graduating, LL. B., 
1906; unmarried. Was employed in wholesale millinery house, Detroit, 
for four months after leaving University of Michigan ; entered real estate 
business, 1902, in which he continues, being engaged in building houses 
and in subdivision enterprises. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Republican. Member Phi Delta Theta. Club : Detroit Golf. Recreation : 
Golf. Office: 511 Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 420 Woodward Av. 

BRADY, James J., 2d vice president and factory manager E. R. 
Thomas Detroit Co., automobile manufacturers. Residence : 1684 Helen 
Avenue. 



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BRADY, John H., president and manager J. H. Brady Auto Co. ; 
born, Detroit, Mar. lo, 1873 ; son of James and Elizabeth (O'Neill) 
Brady; educated in public schools of Detroit; immarried. In the bicycle 
business, 1899-1904; began in auto business with the Packard Motor Co. 
in 1904; organized the J. H. Brady Auto Co., 1906, and has since been its 
president. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Democrat, Catholic. 
Clubs: Detroit Golf, Detroit Yacht, Detroit Automobile. Recreation: 
Automobiling. Office: 334 Jefiferson Av. Residence: 120 Gladstone Av. 

BRADY, Mathew, physician; born, St. Thomas, Ont, Aug. 8, 1856; 
son of Patrick and Bridget (Doyle) Brady; educated in public schools, 
collegiate institutes at St. Thomas and Hamilton, Ont., St, Michael's 
College, Toronto, graduating, 1879; attended University of Michigan 
one year, and Bellevue Medical College, New York City, two years, 
receiving degree of M, D., 1883; married at Detroit, June 15, 1886, Jo- 
sephine E. Collins. Spent his earlier years on his father's farm ; has 
practiced in Detroit since 1883 ; gynecologist on staff St. Mary's Hos- 
pital. Member Wayne County and Michigan State Medical societies, 
American Medical Association. Member Rainbow Fishing Club. Office : 
607 Washington Arcade. Residence : Charlevoix Apts. 

BRADY, Robert McClelland, manufacturer; born, Detroit, May 3, 
1868; son of George Nexsen and Augusta (McClelland) Brady; edu- 
cated in public schools and St. Paul's Grammar School, Detroit ; Trinity 
College, Hartford, Conn., graduating, B. S., 1890; married, Detroit, Oct., 
1897, Mary Belle Holland. Has been engaged in manufacturing busi- 
ness in Detroit since 1898, and is president and treasurer of the Hygeia 
Filter Co., manufacturers of water filters of all capacities; U, S, jury 
commissioner Eastern district of Michigan. Independent Democrat. 
Episcopalian. Member Psi Upsilon fraternity. Clubs: University, De- 
troit Boat. Recreation : Outdoor sports. Office : 142 W. Larned St. 
Residence : 249 Seminole Av. 

BRATT, Willis Sinclair, commercial agent Chicago, Milwaukee & 
St. Paul Ry. ; born, Dunleith, 111., Apr. 10, 1861 ; son of Nelson M. and 
Julia E. (Sinclair) Bratt ; educated in Clinton (la.) High School; mar- 
ried, Clinton, Nov. 16, 1887, Mary Gillis. Began active career as tele- 
graph operator Chicago & Northwestern Ry., at Clinton, continuing, 
1877-81; entered service of Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Ry., 1881, 
and has been successively cashier ticket office at Clinton, agent at An- 
amosa and Cedar Rapids, la., division freight and passenger agent at 
Mason City, la., and commercial agent at Detroit since Jan., 1903. Re- 
publican. Member Masonic order, Knights Templar. Club: Transporta- 
tion. Recreation: Fishing. Office: 212 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 38 
Mt. Vernon Av. 

BRAZIER, Edward George, life insurance ; born, Stratford, Can., 
May 17, 1865 ; son of George and Sarah A. (Atkinson) Brazier; educated 
at Stratford High School ; Shaw's Business College, Stratford ; Ontario 



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College of Law, Toronto, 1883 ; married at Windsor, Can., Oct. 23, 1897, 
Bertha C. Davis, Began active career in Toronto, Can., as life insurance 
agent and continued for 15 years; secretary, general manager and one 
of the original promoters of the American National Life Insurance Co., 
established Jan. i, 1907; also 2nd vice president United States Casualty 
Co. Formerly connected with Canadian army. Office : 504 Breitmeyer 
Bldg. Residence: 505 Canfield Av., W. 

BREISACHER, Leo, physician; born, Detroit; son of Leo and 
Sophie (Benoit) Breisacher; educated in public and preparatory schools, 
University of Pennsylvania and University of Berlin, Germany, Medical 
and Philosophical departments, graduating, 1892 ; unmarried. Has prac- 
ticed in Detroit since 1892; clinical professor of Gastro-Enterology, De- 
troit College of Medicine ; consulting physician Harper Hospital, mem- 
ber staff Farrand and St. Mary's Training schools. Held full professor- 
ship of physiology at University of Pennsylvania two years. Member 
American Society of Physiologists, American Medical Association, Mich- 
igan State and Wayne County Medical societies, American Men of Sci- 
ence, American Association for the Advancement of Science, American 
Society of Naturalists, Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs: Detroit, 
University. Recreation : Fond of country life. Office : 71 Washington 
Av. Residence: 233 Seminole Av., Detroit; summer residence: "Oak- 
wold," near Pontiac, Mich. 

BREITMEYER, Martin, vice president C. Pfeiffer Brewing Co.; 
born, Detroit, Mar. 19, 1874; son of Frank and Emma (Cramer) Breit- 
meyer ; educated in public schools of Detroit ; married at Detroit, 1897, 
Miss Hattie Groehn. Entered employ of the C. Pfeififer Brewing Co. in 
1891 and passed through various departments until 1903, since which 
time he has been vice president and treasurer of the company. Recrea- 
tions : Outdoor sports. Club : German Salesman. Office : 930 Beau- 
faitAv. Residence : 1052 E. Grand Blvd. 

BREITMEYER, Philip, florist; born, Detroit, May 13, 1864; son 
of John and Fredericka (Schneider) Breitmeyer; educated in public 
schools of Detroit; married at Philadelphia, Mar. 19, 1886, Katie Grass. 
Has been closely identified with cultivation and sale of flowers since his 
childhood and is president of John Breitmeyer's Sons, florists. Also 
president Breitmeyer Building Co., Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 
Detroit Regalia Co., American National Life Insurance Co. of Detroit ; 
vice president German American Bank ; member firm Lohrman Seed 
Co. Park commissioner City of Detroit. Mason ; member Knights of 
Pythias, Odd Fellows, Royal Arcanum and other organizations. Repub- 
lican. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Boat, Detroit Yacht, Rushmere, Har- 
monic Society. Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : Broadway and 
Gratiot. Residence: 116 Watson St. 

BRENNAN, Frank M., lawyer; born, Detroit, Mar. 8, 1882; son 
of Michael and Margaret F. (Healy) Brennan ; educated in public 



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schools of Detroit; Detroit College, 1894-01, graduating, degree of B. A., 
1901 ; Law Department, University of Michigan, 1901-04, degree of 
LL. B., 1904; unmarried. Was admitted to the bar June, 1904, and 
began practice; member of law firm of Brennan, Donnelly & Van De 
Mark, since Jan. i, 1906 (firm established, 1873), Democrat. Catholic. 
Member Sigma Phi. Clubs : University, Detroit Boat. Recreations : 
Outdoor sports. Office: 516 Moffat Bldg. Residence: 70 E. Forest 
Avenue. 

BREVOORT, Henry Navarre, lawyer; born, Grosse He, Mich., 
Apr, 3, 1848; son of Henry (Jr.) and Jane (Macomb) Brevoort; edu- 
cated in public schools of Detroit and private school of W. O. Bacon, 
Detroit; married at Metropolis, 111., Apr. 21, 1898, Neele E. Davis. 
Engaged in merchandise business at Denver, 1870-71 ; engaged in mining 
in Utah, 1871-73, and built a quartz mill; came to Detroit and entered 
law office of Van Dyke, Brownson & Moran and was admitted to bar, 
Nov. 4, 1874; has engaged in practice in Detroit since 1874 and also 
developed a lucrative fire insurance business. Prosecuting attorney 
Wayne Co., 1877-81 ; circuit judge, 1887-93. Democrat. Catholic. 
Office: 7-8 Campau Bldg. Residence: Pasadena Apts. 

BRILL, Daniel, manager Swift & Co. ; born New Hamburg, Ont., 
Can., 1867; son of Peter and Margaret (Ritz) Brill; educated in public 
schools of Canada; married at Rochester, N. Y., 1901, Miss Minnie 
Jacobs. Learned trade of butcher in New Hamburg and later worked 
at Preston, Ont. ; located in Cleveland, O., 1887, and entered meat busi- 
ness on own account ; removed to Chicago, 1892, and entered employ of 
Swift & Co.; came to Detroit, 1896, as manager of Detroit branch of the 
company. Republican. Presbyterian. Member Schiller Lodge, No. 
263, A. F. & A. M. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 541-559 
Gratiot Av. Residence : 450 St. Aubin Av. 

BRILL, Joseph E., manufacturer of egg biscuits ; born in Italy, 
1862; came to America in infancy; educated in public schools. New 
York state; married at Buffalo, 1883, Ida A. Richardson, Located in 
Detroit, 1883 and engaged for 14 years in baking business ; founded the 
Epicure Baking Co., 1890, manufacturers of egg biscuits, of which he 
has been president and manager from time of organization. Republi- 
can. Member Masonic order, B, P. O. E., K. O. T, M. Office: Cor. 
4th and Michigan Avs, Residence : 298 Kirby Av., W. 

BRINKERHOFF, Warren E., manufacturer; born, Ohio, Oct, 26, 
1859; son of Henry V, and Hannah (Robb) Brinkerhoff; educated in 
public schools of Tiffin, O. ; Heidelberg College, Tiffin ; special study at 
Ohio State University ; married at Tiffin, Nov. 24, 1904, Kate Van Bus- 
kirk. Began active career as teacher in Tiffin public schools, continuing 
for two years; came to Detroit, 1883, and entered employ of Detroit 
Bridge and Iron Works Co., remaining with the company until March, 
1904; has been secretary and manager American Wood-Grain Co. since 



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1904, manufacturers of wood-grain flooring and wood-grain paper for 
wainscot, ceiling and wall paneling. Independent Republican. Mem- 
ber Detroit Engineering Society. Recreation : Use of the camera. 
Office : Boulevard and Orleans St. Residence : 69 Maybury Av. 

BRISCOE, Frank, president Briscoe Manufacturing Co.; born, 
Detroit, May 31, 1874; son of Joseph A. and Sarah (Smith) Briscoe; 
educated in public schools of Detroit; graduate University of Michigan, 
A. B., 1895; post graduate studies at Berlin, Germany, 1895-97, and 
Paris, France, 1897-99; married at Biddeford Pool, Me., 1900, Florence 
Durand. Since 1903 has been president of the Briscoe Manufacturing 
Co., manufacturers of sheet metal automobile parts, also president 
Eclipse Manufacturing Co. ; general manager Brush Runabout Co. 
Member Theta Delta Chi fraternity. Clubs : Detroit Golf, Detroit Boat, 
Detroit Automobile, Commercial; Graduate (New York). Office: 
Woodward and Baltimore Avs. Residence: 123 Alger Av. 

BRODERICK, Henry J., railway official; born, Caledonia, Ont., 
Apr. I, 1866; son of David E. and Jane (Moshier) Broderick; educated 
in public schools, Caledonia high school and collegiate institute, St. 
Thomas ; married at Niagara Falls, Ont., Dec. 26, 1887, Eva E. Wilson. 
Began active career as clerk in general office, advanced to night ticket 
agent and was city ticket agent, Canada Southern R. R. Co., St. Thomas, 
1882-85 ; became clerk in general office Chicago & Northwestern Ry., 
at Muskegon, Mich., September, 1885 ; resigned, April, 1887, and returned 
to St. Thomas to engage in clothing business with father as Broderick 
& Sons ; reentered service of Chicago & West Michigan Ry., at Muske- 
gon, Apr. I, 1888, removed to Grand Rapids, with same company, Mar. 
I, 1889; appointed ticket accountant same road, and Detroit, Lansing & 
Northern Ry., Feb. i, 1890; removed to Detroit, with general offices, 
June 22, 1900; resigned Feb. i, 1903, to accept position of auditor pas- 
senger accounts, Michigan Central R. R. Co. Baptist. Member Masonic 
order. Knights of Pythias, National Union, Woodmen. Club : Fellow- 
craft. Recreations : Trout fishing and cricket. Office : Gen'l Offices 
Mich. Cent. Ry., Detroit. Residence: 307 W. Grand Blvd. 

BRODIE, Benjamin Pitcher, physician and surgeon ; born, Detroit, 
Apr. 6, 1859; son of William and Jane (Whitfield) Brodie ; educated in 
public schools of Detroit; A. B., University of Michigan, 1882; M. D., 
Michigan College of Medicine, 1884; married in Washington, D. C, 
Nov. 14, 1907, Mrs. Anne Tallant Tubbs. Has engaged in practice in 
Detroit since 1884; member staffs of Harper Hospital, St. Mary's Hos- 
pital, Woman's Hospital, Infants' Home and the Solvay General Hospi- 
tal; chief surgeon Detroit and Toledo Shore Line Railroad and of the 
Detroit United Railway ; assistant chief surgeon Grand Trunk R. R. ; 
surgeon Detroit Fire Department. Democrat. Episcopalian. Member 
Wayne County and Michigan State Medical societies, American Medical 
Association. Was member Pelouse Cadets ; was assistant surgeon 
Michigan State Naval Reserve. Clubs : Detroit, Yondotega, University, 



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Country, Detroit Boat, Harmonic Society. Recreation : Life in the 
country. Office : 408 Washington Arcade. 

BROMLEY, Frank L., president Detroit Stoker and Foundry Co. ; 
born, Detroit, Jan. i, 1866; son of WilHam and CaroHne Frances 
(Latham) Bromley; high school education, Detroit; married at Detroit, 
May 2, 1900, Kate Agnes Thompson. Began active career in employ of 
Michigan Stove Co., Detroit, 1884, continuing until 1902 ; started the 
Detroit Foundry and Manufacturing Co., 1902, the name being changed 
later to Detroit Stoker and Foundry Co., of which he is president and 
treasurer; also secretary and treasurer Pilling Air Engine Co. and 
Detroit Hoist & Machine Co. Veteran active member Detroit Naval 
Reserves. Republican. Baptist. Member Ashler Lodge, No. 91, F. & 
A.M., Peninsular Chapter No. 16, R. A. M. Clubs: Detroit Boat, De- 
troit Boat Club Yachtsman. Office: N. Grand Blvd. and Riopelle St. 
Residence : 142 Putnam Av. 

BROOCK, Max, real estate, insurance and loans ; born, Toronto, 
Can., Oct. 20, 1870; son of Julius and Marie (Schober) Broock; educated 
in public schools of Detroit; married June 7, 1897, Detroit, Elizabeth 
Forkel. Began active career at age of 10 as cash boy w^ith Newcomb, 
Endicott & Co. ; then was with C. R. Mabley & Co. and other Detroit 
houses; entered real estate business for himself, 1892, and has continued. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce, Detroit Real Estate Board. Re- 
publican. Member Harmonic Society, Concordia Society, German Sales- 
men's Association, Turner Society. Clubs : Detroit Yacht, New Mcrvue. 
Recreations: Outdoor sports and music. Office: 204 Breitmcyer Bldg. 
Residence : 73 Erskine St. 

BROOKE, Flavins L., lawyer; born, Simcoe, Ont., Oct. 7, 1858; 
son of John and Sarah (Mann) Brooke; educated in common schools 
of Canada; Albert College, Belleville, Ont.; Osgood Hall, Toronto; 
married at Stratford, Ont., Nov. 27, 1884; Miss B. Reidy. Began active 
career as school teacher, 1874, continuing until 1877; matriculated in 
Albert College and took two years' course in arts, 1877-79; studied law, 
Toronto, Can., 1879-83, and admitted to bar, 1884; removed to Detroit, 
1885; entered law office of Colonel Atkinson and Judge Marston, firm 
becoming Atkinson, Carpenter & Brooke, 1887; was member of firm of 
Brooke & Spalding, 1892-96, and has practiced alone since 1896. Repub- 
lican. Supervisor of census, ist district of Michigan, 1900; judge of 
circuit court since November, 1900. Club : Detroit. Recreation : Fish- 
ing. Office: County Bldg. Residence: 31 Flynn Court. 

BROOKE, Howard, manager E. B. Cadwell & Co., bankers and 
dealers in investment securities; born, Montgomery Co., Md., Nov. 22, 
1867; son of Edmund H. and Fanny (Ingle) Brooke; educated in pub- 
lic schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, Apr. 14, 1903, Helen Clark. 
Began business career, 1880, in employ of James E. Davis & Co., whole- 
sale drugs, Detroit, continuing until 1890; was with Commercial Na- 



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tional Bank, 1890-92, National Linseed Oil Co., 1893-94, Crescent Trans- 
portation Co., 1895-96, and with J. T. Wing & Co., 1897-02; organized 
and was vice president of The T. W. Noble Co., 1902 ; organized the 
Detroit Bag and Manufacturing Co., 1902, and was its president and 
general manager until 1904, when the business was disposed of; was 
connected with Detroit Terminal Ry. Co. (Outer Belt), 1905-06; became 
manager Detroit office E. B. Cadwell & Co., June, 1906, and was admitted 
to partnership in the company, July 15, 1907. Also secretary American 
League Library; assistant treasurer Detroit Brokers' Association. 
Episcopalian. Member Loyal Legion (by inheritance). Clubs: Detroit, 
Detroit Boat. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: Penobscot Bldg. 
Residence : 202 Baldwin Av. 

BROOKS, Alanson Sheley, wholesale druggist ; born, Detroit, Jan. 
7, 1862; son of David W. and Emma (Sheley) Brooks; educated in Pat- 
terson's Private School ; married, Detroit, Sept. 29, 1887, Zaidee Hub- 
bard. Has been engaged in the drug business since the beginning of 
his active career, September, 1877; secretary Williams-Davis-Brooks & 
Hinchman Sons (established, 1819) and The Michigan Drug Co., job- 
bing druggists and manufacturers Dabrook's perfumes, also a line of 
proprietary medicines. Member Society of Colonial Wars (treasurer 
for Michigan branch). Republican. Clubs: Yondotega, Detroit, De- 
troit Boat, Countr}^ Recreation : Automobiling. Office : 26-38 E. Con- 
gress St. Residence: 708-710 Pasadena Apartments. 

BROOKS, Frank Wilks, constructing engineer, railway official; 
born, Cherokee Co., Texas, 1864; son of Joseph Wilks and Frances 
Josephine Brooks; married, at Ruston, La., Mary Pauline Neilson. 
Entered railway service as assistant in engineering corps, Texas & 
Pacific Road, 1882, and was identified with various departments of 
Queen & Crescent and Illinois Central roads up to 1895 ; became asso- 
ciated in electric railway enterprises, in and around Detroit, 1895, and 
has been general manager Detroit United Railway since 1901. President 
Detroit, Jackson & Chicago Railway; vice president and general man- 
ager Rapid Railway System ; vice president Detroit, Monroe & Toledo 
Short Line Railway. Member Board of Commerce. Mason. Clubs: 
Detroit, Country, Detroit Boat, Harmonic Society. Office: 12 Wood- 
ward Av. Residence: 51 Alfred St. 

BROOKS, Fred S., fire insurance adjuster; born on farm in Oak- 
land Co., Mich., Nov. 18, 1856; son of Alexander Simpson and Amanda 
(Leonard) Brooks; educated in country school until 1874 and two years 
at State Normal School, Ypsilanti, Mich. ; unmarried. Taught country 
school three winters; began in fire insurance business in Missouri, 1884; 
after two years' experience in local office, went on road traveling as 
state agent and adjuster, continuing for various companies for seventeen 
years; has maintained office in Detroit as independent adjuster since 
July, 1900. Republican. Congregationalist. Recreations : Golf, bil- 
liards. Office: 502 Whitney Bldg. Residence: 51 Alexandrine Av. 



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BROOKS, James R., treasurer and general manager National Realty 
Co.; born, Southfield, Mich., July 22, 1859; son of Cornelius and Mary A. 
(Robb) Brooks; educated in district schools; married at Franklin, Mich., 
Nov. 15, 1883, Augusta M. Pickering. Farmed until 23 years of age; was 
foreman and superintendent, Newbury Furnace Co. two years; farm- 
ing eight years and was with the Union Creamery Co., 521 Grand River 
Av., eight years ; conductor on Pontiac Electric R. R. two years ; sales- 
man for City and Suburban Home Co. four years ; manager real estate 
department Lambrecht, Kelly & Co. one and one-half years; has been 
treasurer and general manager National Realty Co. since 1907. Was 
treasurer Southfield Township, 1889-90, and supervisor same, 1891-92. 
Independent in politics; Methodist in religious affiliation. Member 
Masonic order. Chapter, Commandery. Recreations: Outdoor sports. 
Office: 172 Griswold St. Residence: 1070 Hudson Av. 

BROOKS, Walter, wholesale coal; born, Detroit, Sept. 18, 1870; 
son of David Wheelock and Emma (Sheley) Brooks ; graduate Har- 
vard University, degree of A. B., 1894, and Olivet College, B. S., 1895 ; 
married at Burlington, N. C, Apr. 25, 1905, Florence E. Holt. VVas 
connected with the Michigan Drug Co., 1894-95 ; began in coal busi- 
ness, March, 1895, and is secretary Jewett, Bigelow & Brooks, producers 
of coal; J. B. B. Colleries Co., Twin Branch Mining Co., Maher Coal 
and Coke Co. Republican. Presbyterian. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit 
Boat, Country, Automobile. Recreations : Rowing, automobiling. 
Office: 1 109 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 255 Burns Av. 

BROSSY, Francis E., president L. C. Brossy Dyeing Co. ; born, 
Detroit, Oct. 9, 1869; son of Louis C. and Louise (Guilloz) Brossy; 
educated in German-American Seminary and public schools, Detroit, 
and at Detroit Business University; married at Detroit, Feb. 4, 1895, 
Carolyn Eccleshall Gray. Began active career as apprentice in father's 
dyeing and cleaning establishment (L. C. Brossy), 1887; firm incor- 
porated as L. C. Brossy Dyeing Co., 1891, of which was made secretary 
and treasurer, becoming president upon death of father, 1893, and still 
continues in that office. Also president Du Brie Motor Co., manufac- 
turers of gasoline engines ; director United States Savings Bank. Clubs : 
Detroit Motor Boat, Bankers'. Recreation : Boating. Office : 71 E. 
Larned St. Residence: 197 Burns Av. 

BROWN, Cullen, real estate and insurance; born, Detroit, Oct. 2, 
1876; son of Cullen and Elizabeth (Leach) Brown; educated in Leg- 
gett School, 1884-87; Detroit public school (Irving), and Detroit High 
School, 1888; Lawrenceville (N. J.) School, 1889-90; married at Cleve- 
land, O., Oct. 25, 1895, Grace Wesley. Entered real estate business with 
Homer Warren in spring of 1891, under firm name of Homer Warren 
& Co. ; later additional firm was organized and fire insurance added, the 
name of the firm becoming Warren, Burch & Co. ; purchased Burch 
interest after his death, which took place 1894, and name of firm was 
changed to Warren, Brown & Co., fire insurance; has built up the 



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insurance business to a large scale and also manages buildings for cli- 
ents. Stockholder National Bank of Commerce. Republican. Clubs: 
Detroit, Detroit Automobile, Country. Recreations: Outdoor sports. 
Office: 202 Chamber of Commerce Bldg. Residence: 1441 Champlain 
Street. 

BROWN, David A., president People's Ice Co. ; born, Edinburgh, 
Scotland, Nov. 3, 1875; son of Morris and Charlott (Levy) Brown; 
came to Detroit, 1880; educated in public schools of Detroit; married 
at Detroit, Nov. 3, 1904, Miss Paula Kahn. Began in coal business on 
his own account almost at the beginning of his active career; organized 
the Brown & Brown Coal Co., of which is vice president, treasurer and 
manager, 1896, and the People's Ice Co., 1903, of which is president, 
treasurer and manager. Director Way Ear Drum Co. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce, Knights of Pythias. Club : Fellowcraft, Adcraft. 
Recreation : Automobiling. Office : 294 Woodward Av. Residence : 
12 Forest Av., E. 

BROWN, Edwin C, railway official ; born, New Hampshire, Feb. 
15, 1831 ; son of Samuel C. and Martha (Johnson) Brown; educated in 
public schools of New Hampshire ; married at Milwaukee, Wis., Jan. 3, 
1858, Sarah P. Blake. Began railway career, 1852, as baggage man 
Milwaukee & Mississippi R. R. (now Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul 
Ry.), promoted to freight conductor and passenger conductor; was pas- 
senger conductor Chicago & Northwestern Rd., 1856-65, master of trans- 
portation, 1865-70; was superintendent for Chicago, Burlington & 
Quincy R. R., in Iowa, 1870-74; division superintendent and assistant 
general superintendent Michigan Central Rd., at Jackson, Mich., 1874-82, 
and general superintendent, at Detroit, 1882-90; has been assistant to 
the president of the road since 1890. Republican. Protestant. Mason 
(32°), Shriner, Recreations: Reading and baseball. Office: 15 Mich. 
Cent. Depot. Residence : 129 Alger Av. 

BROWN, George Van Amber, physician ; born, Leamington, Ont., 
Can., May 27, 1870; son of Richard A. and Victoria Adelaide (Setter- 
ington) Brown ; educated in public schools of Leamington ; Collegiate 
Institute, St. Thomas, Ont.; Detroit College of Medicine, 1891-94, 
M. D., 1894; post-graduate courses Johns Hopkins University, 1902, 
and University of Michigan, 1906; married, Manton, Mich., Aug. 6, 
1894, Carrie Adell Sloat. Began practice at Falmouth, Mich., 1894; has 
been in practice in Detroit since 1903. Member Wayne County Medical 
Society, Michigan State Medical Society, American Medical Associa- 
tion. Club : Fellowcraft. Recreations : Billiards. Office : 270 Wood- 
ward Av. Residence : 27 Owen Av. 

BROWN, Josephine H., real estate; born, Allendale, Durham Co., 
Eng., Nov. 9, 1861 ; son of Daniel J. and Mary (Henderson) Brown ; 
attended school in England until 14 years of age ; came to America, June 
25, 1882; married at Windsor, Ont., Dec. 3, 1889, Annie Miller. Was 



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street car conductor, 1885-92; kept an auction store four years and was 
in delivery business two years ; has been engaged in real estate busi- 
ness since Jan. 2, 1901, and member firm of Brown & Smith since March, 
1905. Republican. Member Foresters, Sons of St. George. Recrea- 
tions: Hunting and fishing. Office: 825 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 
376 Sixth Av. 

BROWN, La Verne C, coal and coke shipper; born, Tompkins, 
Mich., Apr. 26, 1879; son of John J. and Julia A. (Buck) Brown; edu- 
cated in Ann Arbor (Mich.) High School ; married at Detroit, Oct. 3, 
1903, Mayme Catherine De Clark. In retail grocery business at Detroit, 
1897-1900; bookkeeper for coal firm, 1900-1904; has been member of 
firm of J. P. Moran & Co., wholesale dealers and jobbers of coal and 
coke, since June I, 1904. Recreation: Fishing. Office: 1002 Penobscot 
Bldg. Residence: 712 Sheridan Av. 

• BROWN, Mason L., civil engineer; born. Perry, Me., 1864; son of 
Levi Prescott and Susan (Lincoln) Brown; educated in high school, 
business college, and by special instruction by professor in Massachu- 
setts Institute of Technology; married at Detroit, June 24, 1889, Marie 
Vanier. Began practice as civil engineer at Boston, 1882; came to De- 
troit, 1886; laid out and constructed Woodlawn, Forest Lawn and Holy 
Cross cemeteries, all in Detroit; cemetery at Jackson, and Elm Lawn 
cemetery. Bay City ; also summer resorts at Mackinac, Les Cheneaux 
Islands, Traverse City, Grande Pointe, Long Lake, Pointe aux Barques ; 
sewers at Coldwater, Wyandotte and Ford, etc. ; waterworks at Ithaca, 
State Industrial Homes at Adrian and Ford ; also extensively employed 
in designing eleven different lines of electric railways in Michigan, Ohio 
and New York State. Director Detroit & Adrian Traction Co. ; treas- 
urer Venice of America Land Co. ; assistant county surveyor ; city engi- 
neer Wyandotte, Mich. ; village engineer Ford and River Rouge. Mem- 
ber Detroit Engineering Society. Club : Detroit Wheelmen. Repub- 
lican. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 821-823 Chamber of Com- 
merce Bldg. Residence : 292 Avery Av. 

BROWN, Sheldon Ward, railway official ; born, Leland, 111., Apr. 
17, 1858; son of Zacharia C. and Catharine A. (Sheldon) Brown; pub- 
lic school education ; married at Chicago, 1883, Emma B. Erb. Began 
active career as telegraph operator Chicago, Burlington & Quincy R. R., 
at Leland, 1872; was operator in general office of the company, at Chi- 
cago, 1876-78; train dispatcher and chief dispatcher St. Louis division, 
1878-86; out of service, 1886-01; train master Western division Lake 
Shore and Michigan Southern R. R., 1901-03; assistant superintendent 
same division and Indiana, Illinois & Iowa R. R., 1903-05 ; superintendent 
Western division, 1905, Eastern division, November, 1905-October, 1906; 
assistant general superintendent Lake Shore and Michigan Southern 
R. R., October, 1906-June, 1907; general superintendent Michigan Cen- 
tral R. R. since June 6, 1907. Republican. Office: 56 Mich. Cent. 
Depot. Residence : 30 King Av. 



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BROWN, William, manager at Detroit of the Philip Carey Manu- 
facturing Co. ; born, Cleveland, O., Dec. 25, 1877 ; son of Nathan and 
Rose (Englander) Brown; educated in public schools of Cleveland; 
married, Detroit, Oct., 1904, Miss A. Krolik. Began active career in 
Cleveland, handling roofing materials; came to Detroit, 1901, and is 
manager of the Philip Carey Manufacturing Co., of Cincinnati, O., man- 
ufacturers of roofing and asbestos materials. Member Detroit Board of 
Commerce. Mason (32°), Shriner. Clubs: Fellowcraft, Phoenix. Office: 
17 Jefferson Av. Residence: 372 John R St. 

BRUSH, Frederick Farnsworth, consulting engineer; born, Detroit, 
Aug. 19, 1877; son of Henry T. and Charlotte (Grosvenor) Brush; grad- 
uate Detroit High School ; married at Detroit, June 4, 1903, Bessie Gid- 
dings. In office of Gilbert Wilkes, consulting engineer, 1896-97; in ex- 
perimenting and testing department Sprague Electric Elevator Co., 1897- 
98; engaged in railway construction (Sprague Co.), 1898-1900; chief 
engineer Societe Francaise Sprague, Paris, France, 1900-02; consulting 
engineer, Detroit, since 1902; member firm of Brush, Allen & Ander- 
son, consulting, mechanical and electrical engineers since Jan., 1905. 
Member American Society of Mechanical Engineers, American Institute 
of Electrical Engineers, Detroit Engineering Society, National Society of 
Stationary Engineers (honorary), Societe des Ingenieures Civil de 
France. Club : Fellowcraft. Recreations : Photography and stamp col- 
lecting. Office : 1330 Penobscot Bldg. Residence : 42 Piquette Av. 

BRYANT, Willard, music dealer and publisher ; born, Logansport, 
Ind., Nov. 28, 1862; son of John and Mary L. (Smith) Bryant; educated 
in public schools of Hillsdale, Mich., and by home study; married at 
Eaton Rapids, Mich, Jan. 3, 1884, Minnie J. Slade. Entered professional 
ranks as cornist, 1882; teacher in Detroit Conservatory of Music, 
1891-95; began in his own name, in 1897, as music dealer and manu- 
facturer and importer of band instruments, in which has since continued. 
Served as musician in Third and Fourth Regiments, Michigan National 
Guard. Member Musicians' Protective and Benevolent Association. 
Member Masonic order, Knights of Pythias, Maccabees. Club : Fel- 
lowcraft. Office: 218 Woodward Av. Residence: 204 Palmer Av., E. 

BRYANT, William G., lawyer; born, Brooklyn, N. Y., Mar. 29, 
1875; son of Rev. William (D. D.) and Caroline (Jeffries) Bryant; edu- 
cated in Marshalltown (la.) High School and University of Michigan, 
graduating from Literary Department, A. B., 1896, and from Law De- 
partment, LL. B., 1896; married at Detroit, Mar. 15, 1904, Gertrude M. 
Dix. Began practice of law at Mt. Clemens, Mich., 1897; has been in 
practice in Detroit since Jan. i, 1900; member firm of Clark, Jones & 
Bryant. Was clerk of court Macomb County, Mich., Jan. i, 1897-Jan. 
I, 1900. Member of Detroit Bar Association. Club: Fellowcraft. Rec- 
reations: Football, baseball and automobiling. Office: 406-412 Ham- 
mond Bldg. Residence: The Washington, 502 Cass Av. 



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BUHL, Arthur H., wholesale hardware merchant; born, Detroit, 
Feb. II, 1878; son of Theodore DeL. and Julia Elizabeth (Walker) 
Buhl; educated in Detroit public and high schools; married, Detroit, 
1902, Miss Clara E. May. Began active career, 1895, in same house with 
which he has since been identified ; formerly secretary and general man- 
ager, since April, 1907, vice president, Buhl Sons Co., wholesale hard- 
ware, cutlery, sporting goods and manufacturers of iron, steel, nails, 
etc. Also president Buhl Malleable Co.; director Buhl Stamping Co., 
Detroit Copper and Brass Rolling Mills. Member B. P. O. E. Clubs: 
Detroit, Country, Commercial, Detroit Boat. Recreations : Yachting, 
hunting, automobiling. Office: 103-119 Woodbridge St., W. Residence: 
154 Lafayette Blvd. 

BUHL, Willis E., president Buhl Sons Co., wholesale hardware; 
born, Detroit, Jan. 26, 1875 ; son of Theodore De Long and Julia Eliza- 
beth (Walker) Buhl; educated in Detroit High School; married at Chi- 
cago, June 6, 1900, Miss Louise Ziegfeld. Entered house of Buhl Sons 
Co., 1893, and became vice president, 1900; his father, Theodore DeL. 
Buhl, died, Mar., 1907, and in April following he became president of the 
company, a position he has since held, the company having been founded 
more than fifty years ago by Christian Buhl. Also president Buhl 
Stamping Co. ; director Buhl Malleable Co., National Can Co., Old De- 
troit National Bank, Parke, Davis & Co., Detroit United Railroad Depot 
and Station Co. ; also identified with a number of other business organ- 
izations. Active Veteran of Michigan Naval Reserve; was petty officer 
during Spanish-American War, on board U. S. auxiliary cruiser Yo- 
semite. Member Spanish-American War Veterans' Association. Clubs : 
Detroit, Country, Detroit Boat. Recreations: Hunting and all outdoor 
diversions. Office: Buhl Sons Co. Residence: 115 Ferry Av. 

BULKLEY, Harry Conant, lawyer; born, Monroe, Mich., Mar. 7, 
1870; son of John M. and Mary (Cole) Bulkley; educated in public 
schools, and University of Michigan, graduating, A. B., 1892; Law De- 
partment, University of Michigan, LL. B., 1895 ; married, Monroe, Aug. 
13, 1898, Cora Strong Flint. Has practiced in Detroit since 1895 as 
member of firm of Russel, Campbell, Bulkley & Ledyard. Member De- 
troit and Michigan State Bar associations. Republican. Presbyterian. 
Clubs : Detroit, Yondotega, University, Country. Recreations : Outdoor 
sports. Office: 604 Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 165 Seminole Av. 

BULLEN, Harry, general superintendent Detroit United Railway 
Lines; born, Norfolk, Eng., May 31, 1864; son of Miles and Ellen (Clark) 
Bullen; came to America, 1872; educated in public schools of Toronto, 
Can. ; married at Toronto, Aug. 25, 1884, Miss Charlotte E. McLellan. 
Began in railway service in 1881 as driver on horse car line, Toronto 
Street Railway, and later engaged in construction work for the same 
company; came to Detroit, 1888, and entered employ of Detroit City 
Railway as track layer, and became dispatcher, assistant division super- 
intendent, division superintendent, assistant general superintendent, and 



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since Jan. i, 1904, has been general superintendent Detroit United Rail- 
way. Republican. Presbyterian. Mason, Knight Templar (Detroit Com- 
mandery). Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Recreation: Hunting. 
Office: 12 Woodward Av. Residence: 117 Hazelwood Av. 

BULLOCK, Harry, hardware; born, Paris, Ont., July 18, 1864; son 
of Joseph and Fanny (Hersee) Bullock; educated in public schools of 
Ontario; came to Detroit, 1883; married at Detroit, 1893, Louise P. F. 
Fittig. Began active career with The T. B. Rayl Co., hardware, 1883, 
continuing until 1885, and was with Ducharme, Fletcher & Co., 1885- 
87; entered retail hardware business in his own name, incorporating. 
Mar., 1906, under title of the Bullock-Green Hardware Co., of which he 
is president; vice president Fletcher Hardware Co. (wholesale) since 
Aug., 1906. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Epis- 
copalian. Member Masonic order, B. P. O. E. Clubs : Fellowcraft, Com- 
mercial. Recreation: Automobiling. Office: 61 Woodbridge St., W. 
Residence: 450 Vinewood Av. 

BUNCLARK, Alfred, insurance and real estate ; born, London, 
Eng., May 22, 1845; son of William and Mary (Blacker) Bunclark; edu- 
cated in public schools of London; came to America, Sept., 1869; mar- 
ried at Detroit, 1873, Sadie McEldowney (now deceased) ; again, De- 
troit, 1878, Sarah Johnston. Entered fire insurance business at Detroit, 
1869, and has since been continuously engaged in the business; also 
has operated in real estate and building. Republican. Methodist. Ma- 
son (32°), Shriner. Club: Saturday Night (secretary). Recreation: 
Fishing. Office: 86 Home Bank Bldg. Residence: 193 Avery Av. 

BURCH, Edwin Augustus, wholesale liquors; born, Westminster, 
Ont., Can., Jan. 12, 1857; son of Charles P. and Eliza A. (Jarvis) Burch; 
came to Michigan, 1867; educated in public schools of Lambeth, Ont., 
Ovid, Mich., and Lansing (Mich.) High School; married at Detroit, Oct. 
13, 1879, Mary A. Healey. Began active career at age of 15 as clerk in 
jewelry and stationery store ; was connected with grocery business at 
17, bookkeeper wholesale liquors at 18, and has been partner in the busi- 
ness since age of 23. Member firm of C. H. Ritter & Co., established 
1882. Also president Detroit Metal Spinning Co. ; vice president Ger- 
man-American Bank. Episcopalian in church affiliation. Member Ma- 
sonic order, Knights Templar. Clubs: Fellowcraft, Detroit Boat, Rush- 
mere, Country, Harmonic Society. Recreation: Travel. Office: 142-144 
Jefferson Av. Residence : 43 Davenport St. 

BURGESS, Frederic Seth, manager life insurance ; born, Clarkston, 
Mich., Nov. 19, 1871 ; son of Simeon D. W. and Chloe (Richards) Bur- 
gess; educated in public schools of Flint, Mich., and at University of 
Chicago; married at Flint, June 7, 1893, Melva Smith. Began in life 
insurance business at Marquette, Mich., 1891, in office of Peter White, 
continuing until 1897, when removed to Milwaukee as superintendent of 
agents ; was in Chicago, 1899, as special agent of the Northwestern Life 



88 THE BOOK OF DETROITERS 

Insurance Co. of Milwaukee ; came to Detroit, 1900, as general agent of 
the Fidelity Mutual Life Insurance Co. of Philadelphia; has been mem- 
ber of the firm of Waite & Burgess since Mar., 1906, manager of depart- 
ment of Michigan for the Phoenix Mutual Life Insurance Co. Also sec- 
retary Burdick-Corbin Co. of Hartford, Conn. President Michigan As- 
sociation for the Protection of Fish and Game ; member Michigan Na- 
tional Guard for eight years. Republican. Episcopalian. Mason (32°), 
Shriner; member B. P. O. E., Knights of Pythias. Clubs: Fellowcraft, 
Harmonic Society. Recreations: Fishing and hunting. Office: 415 Ham- 
mond Bldg. Residence: 73 Bethune Av., E. 

BURGESS, James E., manufacturer ; born, Woodstock, Ont., Nov. 
13, 1866; son of Joseph L. and Harriet (Rounds) Burgess; educated at 
Woodstock College and Michigan College of Medicine and Surgery, 
graduating, degree of M. D., 1891 ; married at Wolverton, Ont, 1889, 
Gladys H. French. Came to Detroit, 1890; practiced medicine in De- 
troit, 1891-06, having attained an extensive practice when he retired from 
field of medicine in January, 1906, to devote his attention to business. 
Treasurer and assistant manager Northwestern Foundry and Supply 
Co., manufacturer of plumbers' cast iron specialties, established, 1900. 
Also president Spider Lake Mining Co. of Ontario. Member Wayne 
County Medical Society, Michigan State Medical Society, American 
Medical Association. Republican. Member Independent Order of For- 
esters. Recreation : Books. Office : Orleans and Grand Blvd. Resi- 
dence: 1831 Woodward Av. 

BURNETT, William H. C, manufacturer of perfumery; born, 
London, Ont., Oct. 2, 1866; son of George B. and Eliza J. G. (Miller) 
Burnett; public school education; married, Detroit, 1897, Alice E. Erb. 
For fifteen years acted as traveling representative and general western 
manager Gordon & Delworth, preserved fruits, New York City ; lo- 
cated in Detroit, 1897, and assisted in organization of The Breathlets 
Co., manufacturer of perfumery, of which is president. Club : Chicago 
Athletic. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 15 Atwater St. Resi- 
dence: 39 Gladstone Av. 

BURNS, James Daniel, sheriff of Wayne Co. ; born, Detroit 
(Spring Wells), July 28, 1865; son of Peter and Hanorah (Calaghan) 
Burns ; public school education ; married at Lansing, Mich., June 14, 
1891, Kathleen Walsh. Began active career in brick yards owned by his 
father; engaged in manufacture of brick with two brothers, under title 
of Burns Brothers, 1888-1904; has served as sherifT of Wayne Co. since 
1895. Democrat. Catholic. Member Knights of Pythias, B. P. O. E., 
Harmonic Society. Recreation : Baseball (president of the first Ameri- 
can League baseball club in Detroit, 1900-01). Office: Wayne County 
Bldg. Residence: Sheriff's Residence. 

BURT, A. Judson, railway official ; born, Macomb Co., Mich., Nov. 
6, 1847; son of William and Caroline (Curtis) Burt; educated in public 



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schools. Began in railway service as general bookkeeper Michigan Cen- 
tral Rd., 1875; became chief clerk, 1882, continuing until 1890; assistant 
auditor, 1890-92, auditor same road since Nov., 1892. Also auditor Cana- 
dian Southern Ry., Toronto, Hamilton & Buffalo Ry., Detroit River 
Tunnel Co. ; secretary and treasurer Buchanan & St. Joseph River R. 
R., Lansing Transit Co. ; secretary Detroit & Charlevoix R. R. ; treasurer 
and assistant secretary Michigan Air Line R. R. ; assistant secretary 
Kalamazoo & South Haven R. R., Battle Creek & Sturgis Ry., Bay City 
& Battle Creek Ry., Detroit & Bay City Ry., Jackson, Lansing & Sagi- 
naw R. R., Joliet & Northern Indiana R. R. Republican. Recreations: 
Fishing and boating. Office: 7 Michigan Central Depot. Residence: 81 
Willis Av., E. 

BURT, Lou; born, Cardington, O., Apr. 18, 1852; son of Merritt 
and Cynthia B. (Grandy) Burt; educated at Hiram College; married, 
Cleveland, O., June 23, 1873, Mary Ingersoll. In wholesale jewelry 
business in Cleveland, 1872-82; removed to Detroit, 1882, and was en- 
gaged in wholesale jewelry business until 1894, when retired; county 
auditor Wayne Co., 1893-1908; director The Ferro Machine and Foundry 
Co., Cleveland. Appointed colonel on staff of Gov. John T. Rich; al- 
derman, Detroit, 1889-93. Republican. Congregationalist. Mason (Past 
Commander Detroit Commandery), Shriner (Potentate. Moslem Tem- 
ple) ; Odd Fellow. Clubs : Motor Boat, Rushmere, Detroit Yacht. Resi- 
dence : 'jyy 2d Av. 

BURTON, Clarence Monroe, lawyer, author, abstractor ; born, Cali- 
fornia, Nov. 18, 1853; son of Charles S. B. Burton; graduate University 
of Michigan, degree of B. S., 1873, LL. B., 1874, honorary degree, M. A., 
1905; married, Dec. 25, 1872, Harriet J. Nye, who died Feb. 8, 1896; 
again, Dec. 27, 1897, Lina Grant, who died Oct. 4, 1898; third, Jan. 20, 

1900, Anna M. Knox. Admitted to bar at age of 21 ; proprietor Wayne 
County Abstract of Land Titles. Member Detroit Board of Education 
eight years. President Michigan Pioneer and Historical Society since 

1901. Author: Sketch of the Life of Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac, 
Founder of Detroit; Cadillac's Village of Detroit, 170-1711 ; In the Foot- 
steps of Cadillac ; A Chapter in the History of Cleveland ; Revised Land- 
marks of Detroit. Office: Home Bank Bldg, Residence: 27 Brainard 
Street. 

BURTON, William John, president W. J. Burton Co.; born in 
township of Moore, Lambton Co., Ont., July 9, 1863 ; son of Allen and 
Elizabeth (Gibson) Burton; educated in public schools of Petrolia, 
Ont. ; unmarried. Began as a boy on farm ; served apprenticeship at 
tinsmith's trade in Petrolia ; removed to St. Clair, Mich., 1880, where he 
worked at trade, and later at Lapeer and Pontiac; came to Detroit, 1882; 
engaged in business for himself as jobber and manufacturer of tinners' 
hardware, roofers' supplies, etc. ; incorporated, 1903, as the W. J. Bur- 
ton Co. Director Fuel Economy and Manufacturing Co., Detroit. Meth- 
odist. Member Board of Commerce. Mason (32°), Knight Templar, 



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Shriner. Club : Commercial. Recreations : Breeder and lover of fine 
horses. Office: 164 Lamed St., W. Residence: 649 Fourth St. 

BUSH, Frank Palmer, manager National Biscuit Co., Detroit ; born, 
Grand Rapids, Mich., Jan. 23, 1872; son of Erastus W. and Harriet E. 
(Palmer) Bush; educated in public schools of Grand Rapids; married 
at Le Roy, Mich., Oct. 17, 1900, Julia Anna Smith. Began active ca- 
reer, 1890, in employ of William Sears & Co., Grand Rapids, later ab- 
sorbed by the National Biscuit Co. ; on road for the company for ten 
years, in the general sales department, Chicago, five and one-half years, 
and has been manager of the Detroit branch since 1906. Member Ma- 
sonic order. Blue Lodge and Chapter. Club: Commercial. Office: 48 
E. Woodbridge St. Residence : 55 Philadelphia Av. 

BUSH, John Fellows, general manager the Hecla Co. ; born, 
Rochester, N. Y., Mar. 7, 1871 ; son of Daniel West and Eloise (Wal- 
bridge) Bush; educated in public schools of Rochester; married, Roches- 
ter, Apr. 27, 1898, Maude Emerson. Filled position of note teller in 
Commercial Bank of Rochester, 1888-92; then w^as in employ of the C. 
P. Ford Co., manufacturers, and became promoter and organizer of wa- 
ter, gas and electric light companies, and had companies in various 
cities; went to Watkins, N. Y., 1899, as manager of electric light and gas 
company, and to Maccan, Nova Scotia, as coal mine operator, 1902 ; sold 
out interest in mine, 1903 ; went to Chicago and in 1904 became con- 
nected with the Goodman Manufacturing Co., manufacturers of electric 
mining machinery ; has been general manager of The Hecla Co., Detroit, 
with works and mines at Bay City, Mich., manufacturers of Portland 
cement, since 1906. Also secretary and manager Brockport Gas Light 
Co., of Brockport, N. Y. Republican. Episcopalian. Mason. Club : Bay 
City (Bay City, Mich.). Office: 808 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 1145 
Jefferson Av. 

BUTLER, Bradford William, secretary Detroit Folding Cart Co.; 
born, Tecumseh, Mich., Nov. 4, 1871 ; son of William Henry and Mary 
Celia (Jones) Butler; educated in public schools of Michigan; married, 
Eaton Rapids, Mich., Oct. 23, 1895, Millie Carlotta Ball. Began business 
career, 1887, in employ of the Gale Manufacturing Co., manufacturers 
of agricultural implements, and continued with the company fifteen 
years in the selling and publicity departments ; since 1902, has been sec- 
retary, treasurer and director of the Detroit Folding Cart Co. Member 
Knights of Pythias, Independent Order of Foresters. Office: 660 Com- 
monwealth Av. Residence : 559 Forest Av., W. 

BUTLER, Edward H., banker; born, Detroit, 1841 ; son of William 
A. and Mary A. (Harter) Butler; educated in Detroit public schools 
and at University of Michigan, three years, 1857-59; married, ist, Os- 
wego, N. Y., 1868, Julia E. Smith; 2d, at Rome, N. Y., 1874, Har- 
riette P. Strykee; 3d, Washington, 1901, Lillie Garth Burbridge. En- 
gaged in banking business in Detroit, 1860-1901. President Detroit Fire 



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and Marine Insurance Co. ; vice president Detroit Trust Co. ; treasurer 
trustees Elmwood Cemetery. State treasurer of Michigan four years, 
1883-86; chairman Detroit Clearing House nine years, 1893-1901. Mem- 
ber Delta Kappa Epsilon. Clubs: Detroit, Country, Old Club. Recrea- 
tion: Boating. Office: 82-84 Griswold St. Residence: 949 Woodward 
Avenue. 

BUTLER, Wilmer F., manager Queen Quality Shoe Store ; born at 
Milan, Mich., Jan. 28, 1869; son of Franklin C. and Catherine (Allen) 
Butler; educated in public schools of Milan; married at Milan, Nov. 17, 
1892, Grace M. Wilson. Began active career as clerk in shoe store at 
Milan; came to Detroit, 1891, and was with L. N. Valpey & Co. as clerk 
and later general manager; has been manager of the Queen Quality 
Store for Thomas G. Plant & Co., manufacturers of fine shoes, Boston, 
since 1901. Republican. Member Masonic order. Club: Wayne. 
Recreations: Baseball, football and outdoor sports generally. Office: 
215 Woodward Av. Residence: 103 Philadelphia St. 

BUTTERWORTH, Irvin, vice president and general manager De- 
troit City Gas Co.; born, Loveland, O., July 7, i860; son of Clarkson 
and Rachel (Irvin) Butterworth ; educated in public schools of Wil- 
mington, O. ; unmarried. Began active career as private secretary to 
M. M. Greene, president of the Columbus, Hocking Valley & Toledo 
R. R. (now known as the Hocking Valley Road), continuing, 1881-84; 
became connected with the Columbus Gas Co., 1884, and advanced 
through various positions, becoming president of the company (during 
same time was president Board of Trade, Columbus, and president of 
the Columbus Engineering Club) ; went to Denver, Colo., 1901, as 
president of the Denver Gas and Electric Co. ; came to Detroit, 1903, 
and was general manager and secretary of Detroit Gas Co., one year; 
then became president and general manager of the Grand Rapids Gas 
Co.; returned to Detroit as vice president and general manager of the 
Detroit City Gas Co., September, 1906. Director Muskegon (Mich.) 
Lighting and Traction Co. Member American Gas Institute, Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Mason. Clubs: Detroit, Fellowcraft, Detroit 
Golf, Ohio Society. Recreation: Tennis. Office: 230 Woodward Av. 
Residence: 46 Lawrence Av. 

BUTTRICK, Theodore Romeyn, dentist; born, Flint, Mich., Sept. 
25, 1869 ; son of Frank and Susan Van Vranken (Romeyn) Buttrick and 
of Puritan and Revolutionary ancestry; educated in Detroit public and 
high schools, D. D. S., Dental Department, Detroit College of Medicine, 
1902; married at Toronto, Can., Feb. 21, 1905, Alice Maude Millichamp. 
Was engaged about twelve years in mercantile business (principally 
lumber) after leaving high school ; has practiced in Detroit since June, 
1902. Republican. Episcopalian. Member First District Dental So- 
ciety, Michigan State Dental Association, Delta Sigma Delta (Dental 
fraternity). Mason. Club: Fellowcraft. Office: 4 Adams Av., W. 
Residence: 850 Brush St. 



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BUTZEL, Henry M., lawyer ; born, Detroit, May 24, 1871 ; son of 
Magnus and Henrietta (Hess) Butzel; graduate Detroit High School, 
January, 1888; University of Michigan, Literary Department, Ph. B., 
1891 ; Law Department, same university, LL. B., 1892 ; unmarried. In 
practice of law at Detroit since 1892; member of law firm of Butzel & 
Butzel. Director and general counsel Trussed Concrete Steel Co. ; 
director W. M. Finck & Co., clothing manufacturers. Member Masonic 
order. Clubs : Phoenix, Detroit Golf. Recreation : Golf. Office : 716- 
718 Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 406 Woodward Av. 

BUTZEL, Leo Martin, lawyer; born, Detroit, 1874; son of Martin 
Butzel; educated in public schools and University of Michigan, grad- 
uating, Literary Department, degree of Ph. B., 1894, Law Department, 
LL. B., 1896. Member of law firm of Stevenson & Butzel, 1894-1902, 
and since 1902 member of firm of Dickinson, Stevenson, Cullen, Warren 
& Butzel. Office: Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 658 John R St. 

BYRNE, Frank P.; born, Allegheny Co., Md., Mar. 18, 1847; son 
of John and Eleanor (Flynn) Byrne; educated in country schools and 
academies of early days, in Western Maryland, and in private school 
in Brooklyn, N. Y. ; married at Cincinnati, O., Feb. 25, 1873, Clara 
Bartels Oakes. Served in Union Army at time of Civil War, as member 
Fifty-first New York Volunteer Infantry, 1864, until close of war; 
became identified with distribution of natural gas and built natural gas 
pipe line from Ohio to and within City of Detroit, 1889-90; as general 
manager, effected and supervised consolidation of several gas companies 
in Detroit, 1893, becoming vice president and general manager of con- 
solidated company; built natural gas pipe line across Detroit river, 
1895 ; assumed charge, as president of the Interior Construction and 
Improvement Co., of the opening and development of the Shawmut 
Coal Co. properties in Western Pennsylvania and the building of the 
Shawmut Railroad (the P. S. & N. R. R.) from the coal fields to Hor- 
nellsville and Wayland, N. Y., a distance of about 200 miles ; retired 
from active business, 1904, on account of impaired health. Vice presi- 
dent and director Peninsular Savings Bank ; director Detroit City Gas 
Co., Detroit Creamery Co., Leeds & Catlin Co. (N. Y.) and Olean 
Brewing Co., N. Y. Member Board Commerce. Jeffersonian Demo- 
crat. Catholic. Member Knights of Columbus. Clubs : Detroit, Fel- 
lowcraft, Country, Detroit Golf (Detroit) ; Olean (Olean, N. Y.). Recrea- 
tions: Outdoor sports. Office: 23-24 Peninsula Bank Bldg. Residence: 
Alfred Apts. 

CADIEUX, Henry William, physician and surgeon ; born, Grosse 
Pointe Farms, Mich., June 29, 1871 ; son of David J. and Mary Frances 
(Lloyd) Cadieux; educated Grosse Pointe public schools, 1878-83; De- 
troit College (Jesuit), 1884-92; Detroit College of Medicine, M. D., 
Apr. 30, 1896; married, Detroit, Sept. 26, 1901, Emlitta Le Roy King. 
Began practice at Grosse Pointe, 1896; removed to Detroit, September, 



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1901, where he has since continued. Physician-in-chief to the ladies 
of the Sacred Heart Academy, Grosse Pointe Farms, since 1897 ; health 
officer Grosse Pointe Village and Township, 1897-1901. Member Wayne 
County Medical Society, Michigan State Medical Society, American 
Medical Association. Republican. Roman Catholic. Member C. O. F., 
K. and L. of H. Clubs : Country, Grosse Pointe Farms. Office : 919 
Jefferson Av. Residence : 965 Jefferson Av. 

CADY, David D., wholesale grocer ; born, Pl3'mouth, Mich., Jan. 20, 
1847; son of David and Lomira Cady; educated in public schools of 
Ypsilanti and Detroit; married at Detroit, 1868, Elizabeth FI. Brew- 
ster. Has been a resident of Detroit since 1862; began in grocery busi- 
ness in Detroit, 1871 ; member firm of W. J. Gould & Co., 1887-92; 
identified with present company since 1892, first as Lee & Cady and 
since March, 1907, as Lee, Cady & Smart, of which is vice president, 
the company, in addition to the parent organization, owning and oper- 
ating: Lee & Cady, Detroit; Smart & Fox Company, Saginaw; Bay 
City Grocery Company, Bay City; Valley City Coffee and Spice Mills, 
Saginaw. Member Masonic order (32°), Knights Templar, Shrine. 
Clubs: Detroit, Country, Old Club. Recreations: Fishing, automobil- 
ing. Office : Cor. Earned and Cass Av. Residence : 57 Watson St. 

CADY, William B., lawyer; born Wayne Co., Mich., Feb. 10, 1861 ; 
son of James B. and Lucy Jane Blount, both of N. Y. state; educated 
in district school, Plymouth and Wayne village schools, Ann Arbor 
High School and University of Michigan, graduating, degree of Ph. B., 
1882, and LL. B., 1884; married, Detroit, June, 1904. Myra McPherson 
Post. Has practiced in Detroit since 1884; member of law firm of 
Shaw, Warren, Cady & Oakes since 1900. Director Cheboygan Paper 
Co. ; director and secretary E. T. Kruce & Co. Gold Democrat ; member 
Democratic State Central Committee, 1888 and 1896. Episcopalian. 
Member The Bibliophile Society, Boston. Mason, Knight Templar, 
Shriner. Clubs : Detroit, University, Country and Boat. Office : 904 
Union Trust Bldg. Residence : 550 Jefferson Av. 

CAILLE, Auguste Arthur, inventor, manufacturer of coin-slot ma- 
chines; born, Detroit, Apr. i, 1867; son of Joseph M. and Catherine 
(Moret) Caille ; educated in public schools of Owosso, Mich., 1876-80, 
and Saginaw high school. Lived in Saginaw, 1880-93 ; invented and 
patented, 1888, in association with his brother, Adolph, new type of 
service for conveying cash in stores ; later invented coin-slot devices 
which resulted in establishment of penny arcades in the leading cities 
cf the world. President and treasurer The Caille Bros. Co., which has 
grown until it gives employment to more than 500 mechanics and plant 
occupies full frontage of a city block, branch offices being maintained 
in New York, Chicago, and Paris, France. President Casino Co., build- 
ers and operators of penny arcades and popular price theaters, which 
the company has established in various cities. Society: Harmonic. 



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Club: Fellowcraft, Detroit Yacht. Recreations: Automobiling and 
yachting. Office: 1300-1340 2nd Av. Residence: 1717 Woodward Av. 

CAILLE, Adolph, manufacturer coin operating machines; born, 
Detroit, Apr. 2, 1863; son of Joseph M. and Catherine (Moret) Caille; 
educated in Detroit public schools; married at Saginaw, 1892, Margaret 
Macksey, Began active career as manufacturer of furniture, at Saginaw, 
Mich. ; with his brother, Arthur, invented certain store service apparatus 
and entered manufacture of coin operating machines; vice president and 
secretary The Caille Brothers Co., the largest plant in the world for 
manufacture of coin controlled machines, with branch offices in New 
York, Chicago, and Paris, France. Office: 1300-1340 2nd Av. Resi- 
dence : 74 Horton Av. 

CALLAMORE, Ralph, mechanical engineer ; born, Toledo, O., Feb. 
2, 1875 ; son George Anthony and Sarah Ann (Gates) Callamore (father 
born at North Pembroke, Mass., Nov. 9, 1833, ^"*^ mother in New York 
state, Dec. 27, 1844) ; graduated from Toledo (O.) High School, 1892, as 
president of class; B. Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, University of 
Michigan, 1897; married, Ann Arbor, Mich., Aug. 22, 1899, Gracia Bea- 
trice Rhead. Began active career as draughtsman in employ of Field & 
Hinchman, consulting engineers, Detroit, Sept., 1897, and became head 
draughtsman ; was made secretary of the company. Mar., 1903, when the 
firm was incorporated as Field, Hinchman & Smith, the company being 
reincorporated, Feb., 1907, as Smith, Hinchman & Grylls, of which is 
secretary. Republican. Baptist. Member American Society of Heating 
and Ventilating Engineers, Detroit Engineering Society, Theta Delta 
Chi. Club: Fellowcraft. Office: 710 Washington Arcade. Residence: 
25 Hancock Av., W. 

CALLENDER, Sherman D., lawyer; born, Hartsgrove, O., Mar. 
18, 1869; son of Robert F. and Lois (Winslow) Callender; educated in 
public schools of Hartsgrove; New Lyme Institute, South New Lyme, 
O. ; Oberlin College, graduating, degree of Ph. B., 1895 ; Ohio State Uni- 
versity, Law Department, degree of LL. B., 1898; married at Monroe- 
ville, O., Apr. 23, 1904, Sylvia May Cornell. Reared on farm ; sold books 
to pay expenses at college ; taught school three years before studying 
law; began in practice at Toledo, O., 1898; removed to Detroit, 1899. 
Secretary Kennedy Optical Co. ; director and attorney Detroit Improved 
Realty Co.; attorney Vinton Co. Member Detroit and Michigan State 
Bar associations. Republican. Congregationalist. Member Corinthian 
Lodge No. 241, F. & A. M., Beta Theta Pi. Clubs : Detroit Boat, Fellow- 
craft. Recreations : Tennis and outdoor sports. Office: 412 Moffat Bldg. 
Residence : 50 W. Ferry Av. 

CALVERT, Elmer C, merchant; born, Champaign, 111., Aug. 17, 
1869 ; son of John and Mary (Threadgould) Calvert ; educated in Detroit 
public schools and business college ; married at Detroit, June 28, 1900, 
Miss Grace Major. Was connected for 3 years as correspondent for H. 



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Scherer & Co., carriage manufacturers ; member firm of J. Calvert's Sons 
since 1893, dealers in coal and builders' supplies. Methodist. Member 
I. O. O. F. Office : 145 Griswold St. Residence : 548 Maybury Av. 

CALVERT, George Thomas, merchant; born, Champaign, III., Feb. 
I, 1868; son of John and Mary (Threadgould) Calvert; educated in De- 
troit public schools and at Spencerian Business College; married at 
Detroit, Jan. 14, 1896, Adelaide C. Wilcox (died Oct. i, 1906). Was 
bookkeeper and cashier Diamond Match Co's Detroit plants, 1885 ; chief 
clerk and confidential man Hammond, Standish & Co., Detroit, 1886-93 ; 
resigned, Mar. i, 1893, to assist in organizing firm of J. Calvert's Sons, 
forming partnership with Elmer C. Calvert, in which still continues, 
retail dealers and jobbers, coal, coke, etc. Member Detroit Board of 
Commerce. Mason. Clubs : Fellowcraft, Detroit Boat. Recreation : 
Outdoor sports. Office: 145 Griswold St. Residence: 252 Lincoln Av. 

CAMPAU, Daniel J., lawyer; born at Detroit, Aug. 20, 1852; edu- 
cated at Fordham, N. Y. ; studied law; collector of customs, Detroit, 
1886-90; now Michigan member Democratic National Committee; con- 
trolling owner The Chicago Horseman, devoted to breeding and turf 
news ; prominently connected with the trotting turf. Office : 22 Campau 
Building. 

CAMPAU, Thomas, surveyor and civil engineer ; born, Detroit, Feb. 
6, 1827; son of James and Rosette (Chene) Campau ; educated by private 
tuition; married at Detroit, 1852, Mary A. Mellon (deceased, 1897), 
daughter of Major Charles Mellon, U. S. A. Began active career as 
apprentice in office of Judge John Almy, civil engineer, 1849, continuing 
for two years; city surveyor of Detroit, 1852-62; county surveyor of 
Wayne Co. six years; then resumed individual practice, in which has 
since continued ; member firm of Thomas Campau & Son. Democrat. 
Catholic. Office : 705 Whitney Blk. Residence : 472 E. Fort St. 

CAMPAU, Thomas M., surveyor and civil engineer; born, Detroit, 
Sept. 29, 1862; son of Thomas and Mary A. (Mellon) Campau; educated 
in public and private schools ; married at Detroit, 1893, Anna Schmidt. 
Entered engineering profession with his father, 1883, and became a mem- 
ber of firm of Thomas Campau & Son, 1890, in which still continues; now 
village engineer Grosse Pointe Farms; formerly engineer of township 
of Grosse Pointe and village of Fairview. Member Detroit Engineering 
Society, Knights of Columbus. Office: 705 Whitney Bldg. Residence: 
472 Fort St., E. 

CAMPBELL, Allan, lawyer; born, Detroit, Oct. 12, 1876; son of 
Walter Scott and Annie (Fenton) Campbell; graduate Detroit High 
School, Jan., 1894; University of Michigan, degree of A. B., 1898; Detroit 
College of Law, degree of LL. B., 1901 ; unmarried. Taught 4)4 years 
in Detroit public schools after graduating from university ; entered prac- 
tice of law with Maybury, Lucking, Emmons & Helfman, Jan., 1904; has 
been in practice alone since Oct., 1905. Clubs: University, Detroit Ath- 



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letic, University of Michigan Association. Recreation : Outdoor sports. 
Office : 6io Moffat Bldg. Residence : 58 Forest Av., E. 

CAMPBELL, Don Malcom, physician ; born, Wardsville, Ont., Dec. 
12, 1864; son of George and Fannie H. Campbell; educated in public 
schools of Windsor; M. D., Detroit College of Medicine, 1885 ; post-grad- 
uate studies at University of Edinburgh, London, Dublin, New York and 
Chicago; married, Detroit, June, 1884, Olive Douglas. Has practiced in 
Detroit since 1887, making specialty of eye, ear, nose and throat; pro- 
fessor ophthalmology and otology, Detroit College of Medicine ; attend- 
ing oculist and aurist. Harper Hospital. Republican. Presbyterian. 
Member Wayne County and Michigan State Medical societies, American 
Medical Association, Academy of Ophthalmology and Oto-Laryngology, 
Detroit Opthalmic and Otologic Club, Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Mason. Clubs : Detroit and Country. Recreation : Automobiling. Office : 
57 Fort St. Residence: 1125 Jefferson Av. 

CAMPBELL, Duncan Alexander, physician ; born, Windsor, Ont., 
Mar. 10, 1876; son of George and Fannie H. (Campbell) Campbell; edu- 
cated in public schools of Windsor ; graduate Windsor Collegiate Insti- 
tute, 1895; M. D., Detroit College of Medicine, 1898; married at Cleve- 
land, July 28, 1903, Edith Cummer. Interne Harper Hospital, 1898-99; 
practiced in Detroit since 1899; contract surgeon U. S. Army recruiting 
department; has specialized in nose, throat and chest since 1905 ; member 
polyclinic staff of Harper Hospital. Republican. Presbyterian. Member 
American Medical Association, Michigan State and Wayne County 
Medical societies, Nu Sigma Nu. Office: 57 Fort St. Residence: 32 
Winder St. 

CAMPBELL, Henry Munroe, lawyer; born, Detroit, Apr. 18, 1854; 
son of James and Cornelia (Hotchkiss) Campbell ; educated in Detroit 
public and high schools and University of Michigan, graduating, degree 
of Ph. B., 1876, and Law Department, same university, LL. B., 1878; 
married at Detroit, Nov. 22, 1881, Caroline B. Burtenshaw. Studied law 
in office of Alfred Russell and was admitted to the bar, Oct., 1877; mem- 
ber law firm of Russel & Campbell, 1878-1905 ; Russel, Campbell & 
Bulkley, 1905-07; Russel, Campbell, Bulkley & Ledyard, since Jan. i, 
1907. Director People's State Bank ; director and counsel for Parke, 
Davis & Co., Cass Farm Co., River Rouge Improvement Co., Chestnut 
Ridge Improvement Co., Union Trust Building Co. ; counsel for Union 
Trust Co. Member American Bar Association, Michigan State 
Bar Association, Detroit Bar Association. Was one of the organizers of 
the Detroit Naval Reserve and commanded 3d division as senior lieu- 
tenant. President Detroit Naval Reserve during Spanish-American War. 
Elected delegate to Constitutional Convention, State of Michigan, 1907. 
Republican. Episcopalian. Member Society Colonial Governors, Delta 
Kappa Epsilon. Clubs: Detroit (ex-president), Detroit Boat, Country, 
Yondotega, Prismatic, University, Huron Mountain. Recreations : Hunt- 



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ing, fishing, yachting and golf. Office: 604 Union Trust BIdg. Resi- 
dence: 913 Jefferson Av. 

CAMPBELL, John O., secretary and treasurer The Art Stove Co. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Office: 1549 Russell St. Resi- 
dence: 474 2d Av. 

CAMPBELL, Walter E„ president Detroit, Belle Isle & Windsor 
Ferry Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Office: 2-6 Wood- 
ward Av. Residence: 551 Cass Av. 

CAMPBELL, William E., manager the Manson-Campbell Co., Ltd. ; 
born, Chatham, Ont, June 19, 1871 ; son of William and Sarah (Com- 
stock) Campbell ; educated in public schools of Ontario, Can. ; married 
at Detroit, Feb. 14, 1896, Alexandria E. Henderson. Began at age of 15 
with the Manson-Campbell Co., Chatham, Ont., manufacturers of fan- 
ning mills, and has been manager of the company at Detroit since 1901. 
Member Board of Commerce. Mason. Club : Fellowcraft. Recreation : 
Outdoor sports. Office : 103 Wesson Av. Residence : 254 25th St. 

CAMPBELL, William Robert, dry goods merchant ; born, Saranac, 
Mich., June 15, 1863; son of William and Harriet (Rose) Campbell; edu- 
cated in public schools; married at Bancroft, Nov. 28, 1889, Abbie E. 
Phillips. Began active career as clerk in general store at Pinckney, 
Mich., 1878; clerk in general store in Howell, Mich., 1881-82; came to 
Detroit in 1882 and became associated with and since 1902 a director 
Burnham, Stoepel & Co. ; vice president and director Detroit Folding 
Cart Co. Clubs: Commercial, Detroit Athletic. Recreation: Outdoor 
athletic sports. Office: Bates and Earned Sts. Residence: 123 Canfield 
Av., W. 

CANDLER, Claudius H., president Calvert Lithographing Co.; 
born, London, Eng., Mar. 10, 1845 ; son of William and Letitia A. 
(Thomas) Candler; came to Detroit with mother, 1853; educated in pub- 
lic and high schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, 1871, Miss Mary V. 
Kaple. Began active career under John Gibson, lithographer, as operator 
in art department, 1863, the firm being succeeded by Calvert & Co., 1865 ; 
became secretary of the company upon its incorporation, 1867 (rein- 
corporated, 1897), and president and general manager upon death of 
Thomas Calvert, 1900. Also president Detroit Casket Co. ; vice president 
Roe Stevens Manufacturing Co. ; director Michigan Mutual Life Insur- 
ance Co. Member National Association of Employing Lithographers 
(president) and of Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican as to poli- 
tics ; Episcopalian in church affiliation. Member Masonic order, Knights 
Templar (Past Commander Detroit Commandery No. i), Qub: De- 
troit Boat. Office: Cor. Grand River Av. and Elizabeth St. Residence: 
61 Garfield Av. 

CANDLER, James W., secretary and treasurer Candler Dock & 
Bridge Building Co.; born, Colchester, Eng., Feb. 7, 1834; son of William 
and Letitia A. (Thomas) Candler; educated in public schools of London, 



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Eng. ; came to America and Detroit in 1849; married at New York City, 
1854, Sarah A. Roworth. Sailed on the lakes, and left Detroit for New 
York 1851 ; sailed before the mast and became second mate and mate on 
sailing ship, sailing from New York to the East Indies, China and 
Japan. Took charge of vessel in 1862 in Manila and was in it two years ; 
returned to Detroit, 1864, and entered into partnership with brothers as 
building contractors and vessel owners, under the title of Candler 
Brothers, who were also interested in the Michigan Dock Building Co. 
until the firm was dissolved in 1892, when the Michigan Dock Building 
Co. was changed to Candler Dock & Bridge Building Co., 1900, of which 
he was president until 1906, since which time he has been secretary and 
treasurer of the company. Also secretary and treasurer Detroit Dredg- 
ing Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Episcopalian. 
Mason. Club : Detroit Boat. Recreation : Taking short trips. Office : 
305 Moffat Bldg. ^ Residence : 27 Melbourne Av. 

CANDLER, William R., real estate and loans ; born, Colchester, 
Eng., Apr. 9, 1832; son of William and Letitia A. (Thomas) Candler; 
educated in private schools of London and Capital School, Detroit ; mar- 
ried at Pontiac, Mich., Oct. 26, 1853, Eleanor S. Van Dusen. Came to 
America, 1849; began business career, i860, as member of firm of Candler 
Bros., contractors and vessel owners, which continued until 1891 ; has 
been actively identified with real estate business since 1891, handling his 
own property and building residences on the same. Member Detroit Real 
Estate Board. Member Grayson Light Guard, 1852; Lyon Guard, 1862- 
65. Member Detroit Board of Estimates 8 years; served one term as 
member Board of Poor Commissioners ; trustee Harper Hospital. Mem- 
ber of Archaeological Society. Republican. Elder First Presbyterian 
Church. Member Masonic order. Office: 418 Hammond Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 85 Putnam Av. 

CANFIELD, George Lewis, lawyer; born, Detroit, Oct. 12, 1866; 
son of Frank H. and Adelaide (Green) Canfield; educated at Detroit 
High School and University of Michigan, Literary Department, gradu- 
ating, 1887; married at Detroit, Sept. 25, 1889, Mary N. Croul. Has 
been engaged in general practice of law in Detroit since 1890. Member 
Detroit Bar Association, American Historical Association. Republican. 
Presbyterian. Member Delta Kappa Epsilon. Club: Detroit. Recrea- 
tion: Outdoor sports. Office: 512 Moffat Blk. Residence: 118 Dubois St. 

CARHARTT, Hamilton, manufacturer of clothing; born, Macedon 
Locks, N. Y., Aug. 2j, 1855; son of George and Lefa (Wylie) Carhartt; 
educated in public schools of Jackson, Mich., and at Episcopal College, 
Racine, Wis. ; married at Jackson, Mich., to Annette Welling. Began 
business career in employ of Young, Smythe, Field & Co., Philadelphia; 
removed to Detroit, 1884, and established himself in wholesale furnish- 
ing business under name of Hamilton Carhartt & Co. ; in 1899 the firm 
changed its line of operations to manufacture of workingmen's clothing, 
as Hamilton Carhartt Manufacturer (Inc.), of which is president. Also 



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vice president Peninsular Savings Bank and of the Art Commission. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs: Detroit, Country. Office: 
479-487 Michigan Av. Residence: 843 Jefferson Av. 

CARHARTT, Hamilton, Jr., manufacturer; born, Grand Rapids, 
Mich., Oct. 18, 1882; son of Hamilton and Annette (Welling) Carhartt; 
educated in public schools, Detroit University School and University of 
Michigan ; unmarried. Began in manufacturing business at Detroit, 
1904; vice president and general manager Hamilton Carhartt Manu- 
facturer, Inc., wholesale men's working clothes ; vice president Hamilton 
Carhartt Cotton Mill. Clubs : Detroit, Country Club of Detroit, Detroit 
Racquet and Curling. Residence: 843 Jefferson Av. Office: 779-787 
Michigan Av. 

CARLEY, Leonard Rainford, general manager Universal Button 
Co. ; born, London, Eng., May 25, 1875 ; son of Thomas and Harriet 
Dora Ellen (Rainford) Carley; educated in England; unmarried. Came 
to America, 1897, and located in Baltimore, Md.; removed to Florida 
and spent 23^ years raising and curing tobacco; removed to Detroit, 
1900, and became connected with the Universal Button Co., of which he 
was made general manager, Oct., 1905. Unitarian in religious belief. 
Club : Detroit Golf. Recreation : Horseback riding. Office : 680 Fort 
St., W. Residence : The Effingham Apts. 

CARLISS, Thomas E., superintendent Detroit plant Chicago Rail- 
way Equipment Co.; born, Birmingham, Eng., Sept. 13, 1849; son of 
Thomas and Sarah (Hartley) Carliss; educated in public schools of 
England ; widower. Learned machinist's trade in England ; came to 
America, 1885, and located for a time at Stamford, Conn. ; removed to 
Detroit, 1887; entered service of Michigan Railway Supply Co., later 
Monarch Brake Beam Co., and has been superintendent Detroit plant of 
the Chicago Railway Equipment Co. since 1900. Republican. Member 
United Presbyterian Church, I. O. O. F. Qub: Commercial. Recrea- 
tion: Reading. Office: 2022 Jefferson Av., W. Residence: Charlevoix 
Apartments. 

CARPENTER, Norman D., sales manager Carnegie Steel Co., Ltd. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Office : Union Trust Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 138 Bagg St. 

CARRAN, Charles M., born in Oakland Co., Mich., Sept. 21, 1857; 
son of James and Anne (Herbage) Carran ; educated in public schools; 
married, Detroit, 1891, Elvira Morris. Began active career as clerk in 
general merchandise store, Clarkson, Mich., continuing 1871-83; removed 
to Detroit and was with Lichtenberg & Sons, general commission mer- 
chants, 1883-87; was traveling salesman for George C. Langdon, malt 
operator, 1887-90; member firm of Carran & Conn, grain commission, 
1890-95; has been member of firm of Caughey & Carran, grain, seeds, 
commission, since Jan., 1895. Treasurer Wray-Austin Machine Co. and 
United Manufacturing Co. Member Detroit Chamber of Commerce and 

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Board of Trade. Mason. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Yacht, Harmonie. 
Recreation : Yachting, Office : 620 Chamber of Commerce, Residence : 
150 Forest Av., W, 

CARROW, Flamming, physician ; born. Still Pond, Md,, Aug, 4, 
1853; son of Martindale and Henrietta (Hepbron) Carrow; graduate 
West River Military Academy ; A, B,, Columbia University (now George 
Washington University), Washington, D. C, 1870, and degree of M, D. 
from Medical Department, same university, 1874; (M. A., University of 
Michigan, 1903) ; married at Wilmington, Del,, Oct. 21, 1875, Teressa 
England. Began practice at Canton, China, 1874, as surgeon in military 
service of Chinese Government, continuing until 1885 ; returned to 
United States and for 17 years filled position of professor of ophthal- 
mology. University of Michigan ; resigned from professorship, 1904, and 
has since practiced in Detroit, Member State Board of Registration in 
Medicine, American Medical Association, Anthropological Society of 
Paris, American Association for the Advancement of Science, Royal 
Society of Portugal. Republican. Episcopalian. Mason, Knight 
Templar, Shriner. Club : Detroit. Recreations : Hunting and fishing. 
Office : 503 Washington Arcade, Residence : The Palms. 

CARROW, Herbert P., secretary and treasurer Hayes Manufactur- 
ing Co.; born. Canton, China, July 27, 1880; son of Flemming and 
Teressa (England) Carrow; parents returned to America, 1881 ; gradu- 
ate St. John's Military Academy, Delafield, Wis,, 1898; University of 
Michigan, degree of A, B., 1902; married at Duluth, July 11, 1905, 
Wilhelmina Rupley. Was connected with F. A. Patrick & Co., whole- 
sale dry goods, Duluth, 1902-04; removed to Detroit, 1904, and has since 
been identified with Hayes Manufacturing Co., manufacturers of sheet 
metal parts and forgings. Honorary 2d lieutenant Wisconsin National 
Guard. Republican. Episcopalian. Member Zeta Psi, Club: Uni- 
versity. Office : Hayes Manufacturing Co. Residence : 965 Jefferson Av. 

CARSON, William, grain and seeds ; born, Newry, Ireland, Apr, 10, 
1839; son of William and Mary (O'Brien) Carson; came to New York 
with parents, 1840, and to Detroit, 1846; educated in public schools of 
Detroit; married at Detroit, Nov. 14, 1861, Miss Hannah M. Wynkoop. 
Became member volunteer fire department, Detroit, 1857, and joined the 
paid department, i860; engaged in retail grocery business; was ap- 
pointed assistant chief of the fire department; became clerk in assessor's 
office, 1866, and bookkeeper for P. Voorhees & Co., grain and seeds, 
1867; was cashier and bookkeeper for Gillett & Hall, and in 1876 was 
admitted as partner, remaining until dissolution of the firm, 1898; mem- 
ber of firm of Carson, Craig & Co. since Jan. i, 1898. Fire commissioner, 
Detroit, 1893-97. Member Detroit Board of Trade, Independent in 
politics. Mason (32°), Office: 304 Chamber of Commerce, Residence: 
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CARSTENS, J. Henry, abdominal surgeon; born, Kiel, Germany, 
June 9, 1848, son of John H. and Mary (Mordhorst) Carstens; came to 
United States with parents early in life; educated in public schools of 
Detroit, at German-American Seminary and Detroit Medical College, 
degree of M. D., 1870; married at Detroit, Oct. 18, 1870, Hattie Rohnert. 
Began practice in Detroit, 1870; now chief of staff Harper Hospital; 
professor of gynecology Detroit College of Medicine ; consulting obstet- 
rician at Woman's Hospital and House of Providence, etc. Member 
Wayne County Medical Society (president), Mississippi Valley Medical 
Society (ex-president), American Medical Association, Michigan State 
Medical Association. Independent Republican. Lutheran. Clubs: De- 
troit, Detroit Golf, Rushmere, Harmonie. Recreations: Bowling, bil- 
liards and sports requiring physical exercise. Address: 620 Woodward 
Av., Detroit. 

CARTER, David I., secretary and treasurer Earned, Carter & 
Co.; born, Detroit, 1870; son of David and Frances (Leonard) Carter; 
educated in Detroit public and high schools. Engaged in furniture busi- 
ness 1889-97; assisted in organizing Earned, Carter & Co., manufacturers 
of overalls, 1897, and has since been secretary and treasurer of the com- 
pany ; also treasurer Knock Down Case Co. ; director Citizens' Savings 
Bank. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs: Country, Detroit 
Boat. Recreations: Golf and automobiling. Office: 264 Howard St. 
Residence: 69 Alfred St. 

CARTWRIGHT, Charles E., born, Toledo, O., May 17, 1877; son 
of Isaiah D. and Ida M. Cartwright; educated in Toledo High School 
and University of Michigan, 1899; unmarried. Entered real estate busi- 
ness at Toledo, 1899; became identified with coal business, 1901, in con- 
nection with A. G. Blair & Co., Toledo ; came to Detroit, June, 1904, as 
general sales agent Youghiogheny Gas Coal Co., miners and shippers 
of coal. Presbyterian. Member Masonic order, Knights Templar, Shrine. 
Club : Fellowcraft. Recreations : Tennis and general outdoor sports. 
Office: 705 Hammond Bldg., Detroit. Residence: Oriental Hotel. 

CARY, Henry Nathaniel, journalist; born in Racine, Wis., Feb. 11, 
1858; son of Lucius C. and Emile (Kenea) Cary; public school educa- 
tion. La Cygne, Kan. ; married at Kenosha, Wis., Sept. 9, 1885, Susie L. 
Wustenfeldt. Learned printer's trade on La Cygne Journal, 1872-76; 
removed to Milwaukee, Wis., 1876; reporter, 1880-82; managing editor, 
1882-83, Milwaukee Sentinel; managing editor Chicago Times, 1889-92; 
general western manager, New York Associated Press, 1892 ; managing 
editor New York Times, 1893-96; managing editor St. Louis Post-Dis- 
patch, 1897 ; in Cuba in charge of field staff New York World, Spanish- 
American War, 1898; publisher The Verdict, New York, 1899-1900; 
managing editor New York Morning Telegraph, 1903, later publisher 
same; general manager Detroit Free Press, Jan. i, 1907, to Feb. 22, 1908; 
since Jan. i, 1908, general manager St. Louis Republic. Democrat. Clubs: 



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Detroit, Lotos, Pen (New York), Athletic Association (Chicago). Ad- 
dress : St. Louis Republic, St. Louis, Mo. 

GARY, Hugh, physician ; born, Demertsville, Ont., Can., June 6, 
1852; son of Hugh and Margaret (Hamilton) Cary; educated in common 
schools. Provincial Normal School, Toronto, and University of Michigan, 
graduating, M. D., 1884; married at Brockville, Ont., Aug. 6, 1877, Jennie 
E. Mulvaugh; again, at Cheboygan, Mich., Oct. 12, 1892, Mrs. Orma E. 
Mulvaugh (nee Farrell). Taught school in earlier years; began practice 
of medicine at Romulus, Mich., 1884; removed to Delray, 1885 (was the 
first physician to locate there), where has since continued in practice. 
Member American Medical Association. Secretary school board, 1888- 
1906; elected trustee when Delray was organized as a village, 1897 (presi- 
dent of board, 1904-05). Mason ; member Knights of Pythias, L O. O. P., 
Maccabees. Residence and office : 2260 Jefferson Av. 

CASE, Louis Hamlin, banker and broker; born, Flint, Mich., Nov. 
26, 1876; son of Luman and Adelaide (Kendall) Case; educated in public 
schools of Holly, Mich.; unmarried. Began active career in employ of 
Commercial National Bank, Detroit, continuing 1895-99; became identi- 
fied with Cameron, Currie & Co., bankers and brokers, 1899, and in 1903 
succeeded F. S. Osborn as a partner in the company. Republican. Episco- 
palian. Clubs : Detroit, Fellowcraft, Detroit Boat, Automobile, Country, 
Yondotega, Detroit Racquet and Curling and Old Club. Recreation : Au- 
tomobiling. Office: 116 Griswold St. Residence: 87 Watson St. 

CASGRAIN, Charles William, lawyer ; born, Canada, May 24, 1859 ; 
son of Hon. Charles E. and Charlotte (Chase) Casgrain; Assumption 
College, 1879; studied law and was admitted to bar, 1883; married at 
Detroit, Feb. 25, 1886, Annie Hammond. Has practiced in Detroit since 
1883 ; city attorney, City of Detroit, 1890-92. Democrat. Roman Catho- 
lic. Member Detroit and Michigan Bar associations. Knights of Colum- 
bus. Club: Detroit. Office: Hammond Bldg. Residence: 575 Jeffer- 
son Av. 

CASWELL, William L., vice president Peninsular Milled Screw 
Co. ; born, Rochester, N. Y., Dec. 22, 1854; son of Joseph and Emma Cas- 
well ; educated in public schools of Stratford, Ont. ; married at Detroit, 
1884, Miss Amelia Saenger. Began learning trade of machinist at Strat- 
ford, Ont., 1872, continuing at the trade for 5 years; came to Detroit, 
1877, and entered employ of the Detroit Locomotive Works; then was 
identified with the Barnum Wire Works and for 16 years was with the 
Detroit Screw Works ; assisted in organization of the Peninsular Milled 
Screw Co. in 1902, and has since been vice president and superintendent 
of the company. Independent in politics. Member Masonic order. Rec- 
reations: Hunting and fishing. Office: 751 Bellevue Av. Residence: 239 
Macomb St. 

CAUGHEY, Frank T., grain commission; born in Ashtabula Co., O., 
June 21, 1853; son of Samuel S. and Nancy (Davidson) Caughey; edu- 



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cated in public schools of Ashtabula Co. and at Pennsylvania State Nor- 
mal School; married, Union City, Mich., May 24, 1883, Delia A. Shum- 
way. Located in Union City and began clerking in general store, 1870; 
traveling hardware salesman, 1873-76; began in grain and seed shipping, 
1876; removed to Detroit and became special partner of Gillett & Hall, 
1888; has been member of the firm Caughey & Carran, grain commission 
merchants. Member Detroit Board of Commerce (president Detroit 
Board of Trade, 1897, 1898 and 1903). Mason, Knight Templar, Shriner. 
Clubs : Detroit, Country. Recreations : Automobiling, boating and fish- 
ing. Office: 620 Chamber of Commerce, Detroit. Residence: Grosse 
Pointe, Mich. 

CAULrKINS, Horace J., dealer in dental supplies; born, Oshawa, 
Ont., Can., July 12, 1850; son of William and Elizabeth (Burns) Caul- 
kins; educated in public schools of Canada; married at Detroit, 1888, 
Minnie F. Peck. Began active career in dry goods business at Niagara 
Falls, Ont.; came to Detroit, 1871, and continued in dry goods business 
until 1877, when he began as dealer in dental supplies, in which he has 
since continued ; president and manager H. J. Caulkins & Co., Ltd., 
manufacturers of china kilns, enamel furnaces, dental and high heat fur- 
naces and dealers in dental supplies. President Pewabic Pottery Co., 
manufacturers of artistic pottery and tile. Member Detroit Board of 
Commerce. Episcopalian. Office: Gratiot and Farmer St. Residence: 
74 Edmund PI. 

CHAMBERLAIN, Robert M., lawyer; born, Le Roy, N. Y., Mar. 
16, 1852; son of David C. and Mary (Finney) Chamberlain; graduate Le 
Roy Academic Institute, June, 1869; graduate Williams College, Wil- 
liamstown, Mass., degree of B. A., June, 1873 ; married at Detroit, June 
7, 1881, Florence A. Lee. Studied law and was admitted to the bar at 
Williamsport, Pa., 1875 ; began practice in Chicago, continuing only a 
short time ; went to Ridgeway, Pa., and associated in practice with 
George A. Rathbun, as Rathbun & Chamberlain, 1876-77; came to De- 
troit in Feb., 1877, and was in office of Moore, Canfield & Warner, until 
Jan. I, 1881 ; member firm of Chamberlain & Guise, 1884-04, Chamber- 
lain, Guise & Turner, 1904-06, again Chamberlain & Guise until death 
of Mr. Guise, June 30, 1907, since which time he has practiced alone. 
Member Detroit Bar Association, Michigan State Bar Association. Re- 
publican. Episcopalian. Member Alpha Delta Phi, Loyal Legion (by in- 
heritance). Qub: Fellowcraft. Recreation: Fishing. Office: 416 Mof- 
fat Blk. Residence: 124 Bagg St. 

CHAMBERLIN, Fred W.; born, Fairfield, Me., July 31, 1868; 
son of George W. F. and Eliza (Wetherell) Chamberlin; removed to 
Detroit, Oct., 1871 ; educated in public schools of Detroit, 1875-84; mar- 
ried, Detroit, June 6, 1905, Edyth Anne Brand. Began active career as 
clerk to purchasing agent Michigan Central Railroad, continuing Dec. 
I, 1884-May I, 1891 ; stationery purchasing agent. New York Central 
Railroad System May i, 1891-Nov., 1895 ; in stationery and printing 



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business in New York City, Nov., 1895-1897; salesman Library Bureau, 
New York, Oct., 1897-May, 1899; sales manager for Michigan Library 
Bureau, headquarters in Detroit, since Sept. i, 1899, Republican. Con- 
gregationalist. President Detroit Christian Endeavor Union, 1900-01, 
and Michigan Christian Endeavor Union, 1902-06; trustee United So- 
ciety of Christian Endeavor, and World's Christian Endeavor Union. 
Recreation: Enthusiastic canoeist. Office: 400 Majestic Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 173 King Av. 

CHAMBERS, Charles A., wholesale coal merchant; born, Paris, 
Ky., Apr. 5, 1867; son of Charles Thomas and Marie Antonetta (Cefalo) 
Chambers ; educated in public schools of Cincinnati ; married, Cincin- 
nati, June ID, 1888, Blanch J, Fisher. Began active career in Cincinnati, 
as employe of Pittsburg, Columbus, Cincinnati & St. Louis Ry. ; studied 
stenography, was appointed soliciting freight agent and later general 
freight and passenger agent of the Detroit, Lima & Northern Ry. (now 
the D., T. & L R. R.), also Detroit, Toledo & Milwaukee R. R. (now 
part of the L., S. & M. S. Ry.) ; resigned to enter wholesale coal busi- 
ness and began as general manager sales of Luhrig Coal Co., Cincinnati ; 
now local representative at Detroit of the Fairmont Coal Co., The Con- 
solidation Coal Co. and the Somerset Coal Co. Served 14 years in ist 
Regt., Ohio National Guard. Republican. Methodist. Mason (32°), 
Shriner. Club: Fellowcraft. Recreation: Farming. Office: 1410 Ma- 
jestic Bldg. Residence: 113 Lothrop Av. 

CHANDLER, George Whitfield, insurance; born, Livonia Center, 
N. Y., Feb. 7, 1835; son of Daniel D. T. and Mary (Kneeland) Chandler; 
educated in public schools of Buffalo, N. Y., and Howell, Mich. ; mar- 
ried at Brooklyn, N. Y., Aug. 30, 1864, Adaline P. Plunkett, who died 
1903. Became clerk in general store at Howell at age of 15; engaged in 
business for himself, with partner, at Fowlerville, Mich., 1855-57; was 
employed in dry goods store at Lansing, Mich., until 1861 ; enlisted in 
Union Army, Aug. 12, 1861 ; was sergeant Co. E, 8th Michigan Infantry, 
and advanced through various grades ; commissioned brevet major 
U. S. Volunteers, Mar. 13, 1865, for meritorious services; commissary 
in subsistence department; mustered out Dec. 27, 1866. Returned to 
Lansing and was assistant secretary Michigan State Insurance Co., 1867- 
70; special agent for Michigan, for Hartford Fire Insurance Co., 1872- 
82; came to Detroit and was appointed local agent same company and 
acquired the business of the oldest fire insurance agency in the city, 
which he conducted in his own name until 1905, when he established 
George W. Chandler's Insurance Agency, of which he is the head. 
Democrat. Episcopalian. Member Masonic order. Knights Templar 
(Grand Commander of Michigan jurisdiction, 1882), Shrine; Detroit 
Post No. 384, G. A. R., Loyal Legion (ex-Commander Michigan Com- 
mandery). Office: loii Majestic Bldg. Residence: 37 Peterboro St. 

CHAPIN, Roy Dikeman, manufacturer of automobiles; born, Lan- 
sing, Mich., Feb. 23, 1880; son of Edward C. Chapin and Ella (King) 



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Chapin ; graduate Lansing High School and attended University of 
Michigan ; unmarried. Has been engaged in the manufacture of auto- 
mobiles in Detroit since Feb., 1901 ; general sales manager Olds Motor 
Works, 1904-06; now treasurer and general manager E. R. Thomas 
Detroit Co., makers of motor cars ; president Fairview Improvement 
Association ; member executive committee National Association Auto- 
mobile Manufacturers ; member Phi Delta Theta fraternity. Clubs : 
University, Detroit Club, Automobile Club (Detroit), Country Club of 
Detroit, Detroit Boat Club, Detroit Boat Club Yachtsmen. Recreations: 
Automobiling, outdoor sports. Identified with national movement for 
good roads. Office: E. R. Thomas Detroit Co. Residence: 525 Jef- 
ferson Av. 

CHAPMAN, Edward F., manager Michigan Inspection Bureau, 
fire insurance; born. New Haven, Conn., June 22, 1839; son of Russell 
and Maria (Ives) Chapman; educated in public schools and in private 
schools of L. M. Mills and Dr. Thomas, New Haven, Conn. ; married, 
Thorndike, Mass., Aug. 24, 1875, Ella L. Leete. Began active career 
as member of firm of R. Chapman & Sons, New Haven, 1866; was in 
charge of fire insurance agency. New Haven, 1873 5 special agent Phoe- 
nix and Queen Insurance co's, Chicago, 1878; secretary Board of Fire 
Underwriters, Cleveland, 1886; inspector Michigan Inspection Bureau, 
Detroit, 1891, and since 1906 has been owner and manager of the bureau. 
Was member 2nd Regt., Conn. Vols., 1861. Member Detroit Board of 
Commerce. Mason (32°), Shriner. Member Detroit Post No. 384, G. A. 
R. Office: Wayne County Bank Bldg. Residence: 687 Trumbull Av. 

CHAPMAN, Glenn L., fire insurance; born, Lowell, Mich., Mar. 5, 
1870; son of Edwin A. and Jennie A. Chapman; graduate Lansing 
(Mich.) High School, 1888, and Literary Department, University of 
Michigan, B. L., and state teacher's certificate, June, 1892; married, De- 
troit, Sept. 8, 1899, Amanda L. Chapman. Was reporter on Detroit 
Evening News, 1892-93; state editor Detroit Tribune, 1894-1900; mu- 
nicipal and political reporter Detroit Free Press, 1900-03 ; served a year 
and a half as assistant to secretary of the Detroit Board of Education; 
acquired half interest in fire insurance business of A. E. Whitebeck, Sept. 
I, 1905, the business being consolidated, June i, 1907, with that of Chan- 
dler & Burwell under firm name of Whitebeck, Burwell & Chapman, 
and covering fire, plate glass, boiler and liability insurance. Recreation : 
Yachting. Office: 7-9 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 226 Wreford Av. 

CHAPOTON, Edmund A., physician; born, Detroit, Nov. 15, 1852; 
son of Hon. Alexis and Felice (Montreuil) Chapoton ; educated in pri- 
vate school; St. John's College, New York, graduating degree of 
A. B., 1872; Detroit Medical College, degree of M., D., 1875; post- 
graduate courses, Berlin and Paris, 1875 and 1876; married at 
South Bend, Ind., Sept. 18, 1883, Martha M. Sherland. Has been en- 
gaged in practice in Detroit since 1876; professor practice of medicine 
in Detroit College of Medicine for 20 years; member Detroit Board of 



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Health, 1888-92, Detroit Fire Commission since 1907. President An- 
gora Knitting Co. ; director Detroit Savings Bank. Member Wayne 
County Medical Society, American Medical Association. Republican. 
Roman Catholic. Member Knights of Columbus. Office: 372 Wood- 
ward Av. Residence: 370 Woodward Av. 

CHAPOTON, Edward J., contractor; born, Detroit, Sept. 18, 1884; 
son of A., Jr., and Marion (Peltier) Chapoton ; educated at Detroit Col- 
lege; unmarried. Began active career as associate with his father, the 
)*te A. Chapoton, Jr., contracting and building, in summer of 1904; suc- 
ceeded to the business upon death of his father, Sept., 1906. Represents 
Member Detroit Builders' and Traders' Exchange. Catholic. Recrea- 
tions: Tennis and boating. Office: 40 W. Fort St. Residence: 153 E. 
Congress St. 

CHASE, Charles Sherwin, lawyer; born, Springfield, Vt., Jan. 8, 
1866; son of Barton Walker and Sarah J. (Sherwin) Chase; educated 
in public schools of Detroit and at University of Michigan, graduating, 
degree of LL. B., 1887; unmarried. Has been engaged in practice since 
July, 1887. Member Detroit Bar Association. Republican. Unitarian. 
Member Masonic order. Clubs: Fellowcraft, Detroit Golf, Country, 
Detroit Automobile. Recreations: Golf and automobiling. Office: 919 
Hammond Bldg. Residence : Charlevoix Apts. 

CHASE, Richard B.; born, Medina, N. Y., Feb. 7, 1870; son of 
Noah Clark and Estelle (Sherman) Chase; educated in public schools of 
Chicago and at military academy ; married at Chicago, Dec. 25, 1895, 
Minna Berlet. Was general agent refrigerator car department Gould 
System Ry. lines, at Kalamazoo, 1889, Chicago, 1890, Atlanta, Ga., 1893, 
Dallas, Tex., 1897, Detroit, 1900; became interested in coal mining prop- 
erty in Ohio which led to organization of firm of A3''res & Chase, of 
which he is a member, identified with mining property in Canadian ter- 
ritory. Member Michigan, Indiana and Ohio Coal Association, Cleve- 
land Coal Club, Ontario (Can.) Coal Association. Christian Scientist. 
Member Palestine Blue Lodge, F. &A. M., Michigan Sovereign Con- 
sistory, Mystic Shrine. Recreations: Fishing, lawn tennis. Office: 214 
Hammond Bldg. Residence: 44 Ferry Av., W. 

CHEESEMAN, Lester H., manufacturer and jobber of fiber and 
building papers ; born, Lowell, Mich., Dec. 6, 1861 ; son of James and 
Julia (Howe) Cheeseman; educated in public and high schools of Low- 
ell; married, Lowell, Aug. 17, 1881, Carrie A. Winegar, Began active 
career as traveling salesman for the Cleveland Paper Co. and continued 
iiy2 years; was vice president and selling agent for 5^ years of the 
Michigan Bag & Paper Co., Jackson, Mich. ; has been at the head of 
L. H. Cheeseman & Co., manufacturers of building papers, Detroit, 
since 1897; also president and manager Petoskey Fibre Paper Co., Pe- 
toskey, Mich., and director Cheeseman Paper Co., Detroit. Republican. 
Methodist. Recreations : Fishing and camping. Office : 65-67 Jefferson 
Av. Residence: 2050 Woodward Av. 



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CHENEVERT, Charles T., vice president Detroit Wire Spring Co. ; 
born, Defiance, O., May 15, 1884; son of Charles J. and Lillian M. (Lin- 
denberger) Chenevert; educated at University of Michigan; unmarried. 
Has been identified with the Detroit Wire Spring Co. since beginning 
his business career in Feb., 1907. Episcopalian. Recreations: Outdoor 
sports. Office: 305 Congress St., W. Residence: Pasadena Apts. 

CHENEVERT, John Dunn, secretary and treasurer Detroit Wire 
Spring Co.; born, Defiance, O., Jan. 12, 1879; son of Charles J. and Lil- 
lian M. (Lindenberger) Chenevert; graduate Harvard, degree of B. A., 
1906; unmarried. Came to Detroit, Jan., 1907, and has been connected 
with the Detroit Wire Spring Co. since Feb. of that year. Episcopalian. 
Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 305 Congress St., W. Residence: 
Pasadena Apts. 

CHENEY, Charles Ezra, lumber manufacturer; born, Wayne, Mich,. 
May 4, 1866; son of John and Phiana (Harris) Cheney; educated in 
Wayne High School, State Normal School one year and Kalamazoo Col- 
lege 4 years; married at Alpena, July 16, 1891, Hattie Lorena Potter. 
Organized the Huron Handle & Lumber Co., 1896, and built the first 
exclusive hardwood mill on Lake Huron at Alpena; organized the Hu- 
ron Handle & Manufacturing Co., of Onaway, and acquired upwards of 
20,000 acres of hardwood lands, 1900; organized the Forrester & Cheney 
Co., Detroit, 1901, and in 1902 built the large knitting factory corner 3rd 
and Porter Sts., the factory being consolidated with the United Knitting 
Co. of Cleveland, O., in 1906; organized the Cheney Lumber Co., Ltd., 
of Monroe, La., and acquired upwards of 100 million feet of cypress 
and pine timber, now building saw mills, shingle and lath mills, rail- 
road, etc., to operate the same. President and general manager Cheney 
Lumber Co., Ltd. ; secretary and treasurer Forrester & Cheney Co. ; di- 
rector United Knitting Co. Republican. Baptist. York and Scottish 
Rite Mason (32°), Knight Templar, Shriner. Clubs: Fellowcraft, De- 
troit Yacht (life member). Recreations: Outdoor sports and automo- 
biling. Office: Cor. 3rd and Porter Sts., Detroit. Residence: Alpena, 
Michigan. 

CHESTER, John Webb; born, Detroit, Dec. 24, 1842; son of John 
and Catherine Maria (Merell) Chester; prepared for college in Dr. Sol- 
dan's private school; A. B., Hobart College, Geneva, N. Y., 1864, M. A., 
1868; married at Pass Christian, Miss., Nov. 12, 1891, Mary Wilson 
Finley. Acted as assistant bookkeeper for T. H. & J. Hinchman, 1864- 
66; in general store, Jonesboro, III., 1866-7; assistant bookkeeper T. H. 
Hinchman & Sons, fall of 1867, and later in charge city department of 
the wholesale department of the firm ; became bookkeeper in agency 
Mutual Life Insurance Co., 1873, and solicitor, 1884-94; has been in 
investment business since 1894. Episcopalian. Member Sigma Phi, Sons 
of American Revolution. Club : Detroit Boat. Recreations : Outdoor 
sports. Residence : 31 Eliot St. 



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CHITTENDEN, Alpheus William, architect; born, Detroit, Feb. 
24, 1869; son of William Jared and Irene (Williams) Chittenden; edu- 
cated in Detroit High School ; Massachusetts Institute of Technology 
and Hochschule, Charlottenburg, Germany; unmarried. Began practice 
in Detroit, 1898, continuing alone until 1903, since which time he has 
been member of firm of Chittenden & Kotting. Designed Detroit Boat 
Club building, Detroit Stove Works, Ford residence, etc. ; makes spe- 
cialty of private residences. Member American Institute of Architects 
(secretary Michigan Chapter), Architectural League of America. Clubs: 
Detroit, Detroit Boat, Country, Detroit Athletic, University. Office: 
1325 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 134 W. Fort St. 

CHITTENDEN, William J.; born, Adams, N. Y., Apr. 28, 1835; 
son of Thomas C. and Nancy (Benton) Chittenden; educated at insti- 
tute, Watertown, N. Y. ; married at Detroit, Jan. 18, 1866, Irene Wil- 
liams. Came to Detroit, 1853, acted as clerk in dry goods store for 3 
years, and later was connected with the postoffice ; was office man at 
Russell House, 1858-64; associated with C. S. Witbeck under style of 
Witbeck & Chittenden, proprietors and managers of the hotel until 
death of Mr. Witbeck, 1882, when became sole proprietor, the house 
being famous as one of the leading hotels of the country. President 
Michigan Wire Cloth Co., Michigan Wire and Iron Works. Director 
First National Bank; president Hargreaves Manufacturing Co. Member 
Masonic order (32°), Knights Templar, Shrine. Clubs: Detroit, Fellow- 
craft, Audubon, Old Club. Office: 1325 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 
134 Fort St., W. 

CHITTENDEN, William Jarred, Jr.; born at Detroit, Mar. 21, 
1874; son of William Jarred and Irene (Williams) Chittenden; educated 
in public schools of Detroit and at St. Paul's School, Concord, N. H. ; 
married at New York City, Oct. 16, 1902, May Stevens. Began active 
career in employ of First National Bank, advancing to office of assistant 
paying teller; resigned from bank, 1895, to fill position in office force 
of the Russell House; upon organization of The Pontchartrain Hotel 
Co., became director and has been one of the managers of Hotel Pont- 
chartrain since its opening, Oct. 29, 1907. Member Michigan State Naval 
Brigade. Episcopalian. Member Detroit Board of Commerce, B. P. O. 
E. Clubs : Detroit, Detroit Boat, Country. Office : Hotel Pontchartrain. 
Residence: 134 W. Fort St. 

CHITTICH, William Rufus, physician ; born, Detroit, Jan. 14, 1858 ; 
son of William and Mary (Morrisie) Chittich ; early education in public 
schools of Detroit and under private tutors ; studied medicine under 
Leartus Connor, of Detroit, 1879, and at Detroit Medical College, 1880; 
M. D., Michigan College of Medicine and Surgery, 1881 ; Long Island 
College Hospital, Brooklyn, N. Y., 1882; post-graduate study at Uni- 
versity of Vienna, 1889; married at Detroit, Apr. 30, 1894, Adeline S. 
Kent. Has practiced in Detroit since 1882 ; attending physician St. 
Mary's and Harper hospitals; consulting physician House Qf Good 



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Shepherd; clinical professor of medicine Detroit Medical College. Rec- 
reation : Travel. Office : Gladwin Bldg., 270 Woodward Av. Residence : 
22 Edmund PI. 

CHOATE, Francis Bradford, general agent Union & Southern Pa- 
cific Rys. ; born, Salem, Mass., Aug. 28, 1868; son of George Francis and 
Abby Parker (Cogswell) Choate; educated in public schools; Dunmer 
Academy, So. Byfield, Mass.; Prof. Carleton's School, Bradford, Mass., 
Boston Institute of Technology, 1886-88; married, Denver, Colo., Jan. 
II, 1896, Helen Milward Warrack. Began railway service as clerk in 
general freight offiice of the Union Pacific Ry., Omaha, Neb., 1888; 
became traveling freight agent, 1893, and at time of opening Union 
Pacific office in Portland, Ore., 1894, was appointed to organize the 
freight department there and as traveling freight agent in Oregon, Wash- 
ington and British Columbia, 1895 ; was sent to Sacramento, Calif., and 
traveled over nearly all parts of that state; appointed general agent 
freight department Union Pacific at Salt Lake City, 1897, and had charge 
during Union Pacific receivership and the segregation of the Oregon 
Short Line, this being an important position under unusual conditions; 
took charge also of passenger department, Sept., 1900; appointed general 
agent Union Pacific, at Pittsburg, Pa., Dec, 1900, and organized both 
freight and passenger departments at that point, being also placed in 
charge of Southern Pacific business at Pittsburg, under consolidation, 
July, 1901 ; has been general agent, both roads, at Detroit for Michigan 
and Canada since Feb., 1903. Republican. Episcopalian. Club: Detroit 
Motor. Recreations: Boating and fishing. Office: 11 Fort St., W. Resi- 
dence: 1055 Jefferson Av. 

CHOATE, Ward N., lawyer; born, Ann Arbor, Mich., June 21, 
1873; son of William E. and Minerva (Haynes) Choate; educated in 
high schools of Jackson and Ann Arbor, University of Michigan, Lit- 
erary Department, and Detroit College of Law, but did not graduate 
(had been admitted to the bar before he attended College of Law). 
Became registered pharmacist, 1890; has practiced law since July, 1895; 
member law firm of Choate & Webster, established Nov. 15, 1904. 
Trustee and member board Masonic Temple Association. Member 
Michigan National Guard, 1901-04; assistant prosecuting attorney Wayne 
Co.; estimator-at-large of City of Detroit, elected Nov., 1906, term 2 
years. Member Detroit Bar Association. Republican. Member Ma- 
sonic order, Knights Templar, B. P. O. E., Sigma Alpha Epsilon (col- 
lege fraternity). Club: Harmonic. Recreation: Gardening. Office: 911 
Majestic Bldg. Residence: 184 Horton Av. 

CHOPE, Robert L. ; born, Detroit, June 28, i860; son of Edward 
and Elizabeth (Anscomb) Chope; educated in Detroit public and high 
schools; married, Detrpit, 1883, Lizzie A. Reilly. Began active career, 
1879, ^s messenger of American Exchange National Bank, and became 
collection clerk; resigned, 1893, to enter business on his own account; 
vice president and secretary Paige & Chope Co., wholesale paper dealers. 



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Republican. Club : Detroit Athletic. Recreations : General athletics. Of- 
fice: 154-156 Jefferson Av. Residence: 805 Cass Av. 

CLARK, Alpheus Whitney; born, Flint, Mich., May 15, 1852; son 
of William and Mary (Whitney) Clark; educated in public schools and 
at University of Michigan, graduating, B. A., 1874; married at Flint, 
Mich., May 22, 1878, Jessie, daughter of Moses Wisner, governor of 
Michigan. Became connected with First National Bank, 1880, and 
became assistant teller, resigning, 1904, to become manager of estate 
of Hugh Moffat. Republican. Presbyterian. Mason. Member Univer- 
sity of Michigan Association. Recreations : Working with tools, ath- 
letics. Office: 501 Moffat Bldg. Residence: 328 Hancock Av., W. 

CLARK, Charles L.; born, Rochester, N. Y., Apr. 9, 185 1; son 
of George W. and Louisa (Elliott) Clark; educated in public schools 
of Rochester and at Walworth Academy, Palmyra, N. Y., 1867-68; 
married at Detroit, May 19, 1887, Georgiana Frazer. Began business 
career in employ of M. S. Smith & Co., wholesale jewelers, Detroit, 
1868, continuing until 1871 ; was with Giles Bros., jewelers, Chicago, 
1871-73; returned to Detroit and entered employ of Clark & Crawford, 
real estate and insurance, and continued with the firm, 1873-78; has 
been in business in his own name since 1878. Chairman and manager 
Union Coupon and Registry Co., Ltd. Member Detroit Real Estate 
Board. Member Detroit Light Guard, 1875-77 (now member Light 
Guard Veteran Corps). Republican. Methodist. Club: Detroit Boat. 
Recreations: Boating and baseball. Office: 919-921 Majestic Bldg. 
Residence: 176 High St., W. 

CLARK, Donald A.; born, Nashville, Tenn., Apr. 10, 1874; son of 
Donald and Barbara C. (King) Clark; educated in private school and 
by tutilage; married at Nashville, Tenn., June 24, 1901, Emma Louise 
Davis. Began active career in Nashville office of the Mutual Benefit 
Life Insurance Co. of Newark, N. J., 1891 ; was transferred to Chat- 
tanooga, Tenn., 1896, and to Detroit, 1897; was cashier of the company 
in Detroit, 1900-04; has been state agent since 1904. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Republican. Protestant. Club: Detroit Boat. 
Office: 80 Griswold St. Residence: 40 Josephine Av. 

CLARK, Edward B. ; born, Burlington, la., July 18, 1863; son of 
William M. and Alvira (Tirrell) Clark; educated in public schools; 
married at Detroit, June 18, 1885, Margaret O'Brien. Began railway 
service at Lansing, Mich., as telegraph operator Lake Shore & Michi- 
gan Southern Ry., 1874; came to Detroit and entered office of despatcher 
Detroit &. Milwaukee R. R., continuing until 1880; was ticket agent 
Brush St. Depot until 1892; traveling passenger agent St. Paul, Minne- 
apolis & Manitoba R. R., 1892-95 ; general agent at Detroit of the Great 
Northern R. R., 1895-98, district freight agent at Pittsburg, Pa., until 
1902, and general agent same road and Northern Steamship Co., at De- 
troit, since June, 1902. Member Masonic order. Office: 710 Majestic 
Bldg. Residence: 406 E. Fort Av. 



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CLARK, Emory W., banker; born, Detroit, 1869; educated in De- 
troit public and high schools. Has been connected with banking busi- 
ness since 1902 ; vice president First National Bank, Security Trust Co. ; 
director Home Savings Bank, Mutual Life Insurance Co. of New York; 
treasurer Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs: Detroit, Yondotega, De- 
troit Boat. Office: First National Bank. Residence: 1740 Jefferson Av. 

CLARK, John E., physician; born in England, Jan. 13, 1850; son of 
Fred J. and Ellen (Petley) Clark; came to America, 1856; educated in 
Toronto grammar schools, Victoria College, Toronto, and Medi- 
cal Department, University of Michigan, M. D,, 1877; mar- 
ried, Detroit, June, 1887, Frances Hutchings. In practice at Detroit 
since 1877; professor of general chemistry and physics Michigan College 
of Medicine, 1879-85, and Detroit College of Medicine since 1885 ; elected 
dean department of pharmacy and professor chemistry and toxicology, 
Detroit College of Medicine, 1892; surgeon-general Michigan National 
Guard, 1892; president U. S. Pension Examining Board since 1899; now 
chemist and analyst County of Wayne. Elected member Detroit Board 
of Education, 1893 (president, 1895) ; president Detroit Public Library 
Commission, 1902. Fellow Deutsche Chemische Gesellschaft, 1885 ; 
member American Chemical Society, American Medical Association, 
Michigan State Medical Society, Wayne County Medical Society, De- 
troit Medical and Library Association, Detroit Science Association (hon- 
orary president, 1881-82), Association of Military Surgeons of the United 
States. President Apollo Improvement Co., Apollo, Pa. ; vice president 
F. A. Thompson & Co. Republican, Clubs: Wayne, Detroit Golf, De- 
troit Curling. Office : 608 Washington Arcade. Residence : 735 2nd Av. 

CLARK, Joseph H., lawyer; born, Sandusky, O., Dec. 20, i860; son 
of Nelson and Sarah F. (Weller) Clark ; educated in Castalia (O.) High 
School and Northern Indiana Normal School, Valparaiso, Ind. ; married 
at White Rock, Mich., Nov. 3, 1884, Minnie McMuldroch. Began prac- 
tice of law at Manistique, Mich., 1885 ; removed to Muskegon Jan. i, 
1891, and became a member of law firm of Jones & Clark; located in 
Detroit, 1895, and became member of firm of Griffin, Clark & Russell, 
succeeded 3 years later by Clark, Durfee & Allor, which dissolved Jan. 
I, 1903, and was succeeded by present firm, Qark, Jones & Bryant. 
President Dorfee Coal Mining Co. ; vice president Wolverine Leather 
Goods Co. Member Michigan State Bar Association, Detroit Bar As- 
sociation, Republican as to politics. Baptist in church affiliation. York 
and Scottish Rite Mason (32°), Shriner; member Knights of Pythias, 
Club: Fellowcraft, Recreation: Boating. Office: 410 Hammond Bldg. 
Residence: 360 Frederick St. 

CLARK, Rex Brainerd, stationer and printer; born, Detroit, May 
31, 1876; son of Ransom Bruce and Nellie (Russell) Clark; educated in 
Detroit public and high schools; married at Detroit, Sept, 4, 1901, Miss 
Grace M. Scripps, youngest daughter of Hon. James E, Scripps. Began 
active career selling rubber stamps; added line of typewriter ribbons 



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and carbons; became state agent for Underwood Typewriter, and be- 
gan dealing in general office supplies ; began business in Hodges build- 
ing, then in Chamber of Commerce, later at 34 West Congress St., 145 
Griswold St., 69-73 Griswold St., and since Apr., 1905, has been located 
in present quarters on Woodward Av., occupying six floors, where has 
added manufacturing and other departments and dropped typewriter 
line; firm incorporated, Nov., 1904, as the Rex B. Clark Co., office out- 
fitters, stationers and binders, of which is president and treasurer. In- 
dependent as to politics. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Mason 
(Knight Templar). Club: Commercial. Recreation: Automobiling. 
Office: 127-129 Woodward Av., Detroit, Residence: Grosse Pointe, Mich. 

CLARK, Rufus Wheelwright, P. E- clergyman; born, Portsmouth, 
N. H., May 29, 1844; son of Rev. Rufus Wheelwright (D. D.) and Eliza 
Walton Clark; graduate Williams College, 1865 (A.M., 1868; D. D., 
1890) ; General Theological Seminary, New York, 1868; married at Co- 
lumbus, O., Apr. 9, 1874, Lucy G., daughter of Gov. William Dennison 
of Ohio. Deacon, 1867; priest, 1868; rector St. John's Church, Ports- 
mouth, N. H., 1868-71; Trinity Church, Columbus, O., 1871-77; St. 
Paul's Church, Detroit, 1877-1905. Department secretary Board of Mis- 
sions, 1906. Member England Society of Michigan; chaplain Society 
of Colonial Wars. President Michigan State Society Sons of American 
Revolution. Author "The Church in Thy House" ; "Addresses, Religious 
and Patriotic." Address: 720 Jefferson Av. 

CLARK, William C; born, New York City, Jan. 8, 1869; son of 
Rev. William H. and Lucy W. (Hoisington) Clark; educated in private 
and academic studies at Nyack, N. Y., and New Brunswick, N. J. ; mar- 
ried at Detroit, 1900, Miss Mabel E. Harrington. Began active career 
in employ of George W. Smith & Co., furniture manufacturers, Phila- 
delphia, continuing until 1891 ; removed to Bay City, Mich., and acted 
as sales agent for C. B. Chatfield & Co., merchant millers, 1891-96; lo- 
cated in Detroit and was bookkeeper for Farrand, Williams & Clark, 
wholesale druggists, 1896-97; entered coal business, 1897, under title of 
W. C. Clark Coal Co., and continued until Oct. i, 1906, when he disposed 
of jobbing feature of the business and took up sales agency for Michigan 
•and Canada of The Ohio & Pennsylvania Coal Co. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Independent Republican. Presbyterian (elder Im- 
manuel Presbyterian Church). Recreation: Sailing. Office: 910 Ma- 
jestic Bldg. Residence: 461 W. Grand Boulevard. 

CLARKE, Charles, railway official ; born, Clarkston, Mich., Apr. 17, 
1850; son of Ebenezer and Sarah A. (Wood) Clarke; educated in coun- 
try and high schools at Fenton, and Ann Arbor University, Mich ; mar- 
ried at Fenton, Nov. 8, 1870, Alice E. Pritchard. Engaged in U. S. gov- 
ernment service as clerk in general transfer department of the army ol 
the Cumberland, at Nashville, Tenn., and vicinity, 1863-65 ; after the wai 
taught school in Lincoln Co., Mo. ; began in railway service with the 
Detroit & Milwaukee R. R., at Fenton, Mich., Apr. i, 1872, the road 



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being later absorbed by the Grand Trunk Ry. of Canada ; has been con- 
tinuously identified with Grand Trunk and affiliated lines in various 
capacities, and has been in charge of freight traffic Grand Trunk Ry. 
System lines in Michigan since 1899. Member Detroit Board of Com- 
merce, Detroit Board of Trade. Member National Geographic Society. 
Mason. Recreations : Studying and often speaking on the economic 
principles and conditions of the country. Office : Grand Trunk Railway 
System, Detroit. Residence : 685 12th St., Detroit. 

CLARKE, William George; born, Huron Co., Mich., Oct. 21, 1874; 
son of Robert and Harriett (Gibbons) Clarke ; educated in public schools 
of Detroit; married at Detroit, Apr. 28, 1896, Minnie Motl. Began 
active career as delivery boy in grocery store at 14; entered employ of 
A. T. Knowlson, 1890, at 16; became member of firm, 1904; elected 
secretary and treasurer upon incorporation as A. T. Knowlson Co., 1906, 
and still continues. Club: Commercial. Office: 58-60 Congress St., E. 
Residence: 1195 Merrick Av. 

CLARKSON, Eugene Stephen, lawyer; born, Macon, Mich., Feb. 
5, i860; son of John J. and Mary Ann (Miller) Clarkson; educated in 
district school at Macon up to 15; graduate High School, Manchester, 
Mich., June, 1879; entered University of Michigan, Oct., 1880, and man- 
aging editor of Chronicle, University paper, in 1883, graduating, degree 
of A. B., June, 1884; married at Detroit, June 24, 1896, Mary Wright 
Stoup (now deceased). Has practiced in Detroit since Jan. 18, 1886, 
making a specialty of corporation and real estate law. Member Detroit 
Bar Association. Cleveland Gold Democrat. Presbyterian in church af- 
filiation. Member Masonic order, I. O. O. F., Knights of Pythias. Clubs: 
Municipal League, Democratic, Westminster Men's Club. Recreations: 
Outdoor sports. Office : 1 1 Buhl Blk. Residence : 36 Palmer Av., W. 

CLELAND, Henry Alexander, physician, retired; born, Stirling, 
Scotland, Mar. 14, 1839; son of Henry and Mary (Young) Cleland;came 
to America in 1858; educated in public schools of Scotland; Andersonian 
University, Glasgow; M. D., University of Michigan, 1861 ; married at 
Detroit, Apr. 18, 1865, Agnes M. Cowie. Served as assistant surgeon 
2d Infantry Michigan Volunteers, 1861-64; was prisoner of war in Libby 
Prison 3 months, 1862; began practice in Detroit, 1865, retiring, 1907; 
formerly on staff of Harper and Children's Free hospitals and St, Mary's 
Hospital. President Detroit Publishing Co. Member American Medical 
Association, Michigan State and Wayne County Medical societies. 
Clubs: Wayne, Harbor Point Association. Recreation: Reading. Ad- 
dress : 186 Canfield Av., W. 

CLEVELAND, Frank Peris, cement construction; born, Flint, 
Mich., Jan. 3, i860; son of Peris Franklin and Patience (Darling) Cleve- 
land; educated in Flint High School and at Long Island College Hos- 
pital, Brooklyn; married at Flint, Mich., Dec. 9, 1885, Grace Cleveland 
(died Feb. 2, 1905). Studied medicine for about 3 years at beginning of 



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his active career; began in concrete construction at Flint, 1882; removed 
to Detroit, 1889, where he has continued in same Hne of business; pro- 
prietor and manager The Cleveland Silex Stone Co. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Republican. Recreation : Reading. Office : 923 
Hammond Bldg. Residence: 1376 John R St. 

CLIFF, Vincent D., president Federal Casualty Co. ; born, Zumbro 
Falls, Minn., Dec. 21, 1866; son of James J. and Mary (Roach) Cliff; 
educated in public schools of Minnesota ; married at Albany, N. Y., Aug., 
1895, Mary M. McCabe. Lived on farm until 16; was clerk in mercan- 
tile line until 23; was one of the organizers and, one year later, secretary 
and manager Northwestern Benevolent Association, at Duluth, Minn., 
and subsequently at Chicago; in 1890 the company with one other was 
merged with the Continental Casualty Co., of which latter he was mana- 
ger one year; sold out his interest, went to Saginaw, Mich., 1901, and 
purchased interest of W. F. Pearson in U. S. Health and Accident In- 
surance Co., and became its secretary and so continued until 1907; has 
been president Federal Casualty Co. (health and accident insurance) 
since Jan. i, 1907. President Detroit Conference. Catholic. Member 
B. P. O. E., Knights of Columbus, Knights of Equity. Clubs : Detroit 
Golf, Country, Saginaw Country. Recreation : Golf. Office : 533 Ma- 
jestic Bldg. Residence: 32 Palmer, E. 

CLINTON, Lucius A., manager The Diamond Match Co. ; born, 
Menasha, Wis., Aug. 25, 1850; son of Orson P. and Caroline C. (Finch) 
Clinton ; educated in district school at Menasha. Began active career 
in logging camps of Wisconsin; then became lumber manufacturer and 
engaged in lumbering; entered manufacture of matches at Chicago, 
1895, and later associated in business with Diamond Match Co., of which 
he has been manager since Jan., 1898. Member Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Republican as to politics. Congregationalist in church affiliation. 
Recreations: Trout fishing, grouse and duck shooting. Office: Cor. 8th 
and Jefferson Av., W. Residence : Charlevoix Apts. 

CLIPPERT, Frederick J., physician; born, Detroit, Aug. 20, 1866; 
son of Conrad C. and Christina (Pfeifle) Clippert; attended public 
schools; graduate Goldsmith's Business University, 1882; was student 
at University of Minnesota for 2 years ; M. D., Chicago Medical College, 
1890; married at Delray, 1900, Miss Allie E. Brevoort. Began active 
career in employ of his father, who was a brick manufacturer, continu- 
ing until 1886; removed to Jamestown, Dak. Ty., where he became con- 
nected with Asylum for the Insane and began study of medicine and 
pharmacy under Dr. O. W. Archibald; served as house physician Alex- 
ian Brothers' Hospital, Detroit, 1890-91 ; has been located in Delray 
since 1891, practicing medicine, and was the first president of the village, 
which was incorporated, 1897. Member Wayne County and Michigan 
State Medical societies, American Medical Association; Health Officer 
of Springwells, 1894-1900. Member Wayne Co. Board of Pension Ex- 
aminers, Detroit Board of Water Commissioners, Board of Commerce. 



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Mason (32°), Knight Templar, Shriner. Club: Harmonic. Office and 
residence : 5 Dearborn Av., Detroit. 

CLIPPERT, George H., brick manufacturer ; born, Springwells, 
Mich., Mar. 24, i860; son of Conrad and Christine F. (Pfeifle) Clippert ; 
educated in public schools and at Goldsmith & Bryant's Business Col- 
lege ; married at Detroit, Sept. 28, 1886, Flora A. Lyon. Began in brick 
business at Springwells, Mich., 1880; was member of firm of Conrad 
Clippert & Sons, 1884-94, George H. Clippert & Bro., 1894-99, and has 
been president of the George H. Clippert & Bro. Brick Co. since 1899. 
Also director Home Savings Bank. Member Board of Commerce. Chair- 
man Board of Control of State Industrial Home for Girls. Republican. 
Member Masonic order, B. P. O. E. Club : Harmonic. Recreation : Au- 
tomobiling. Office and residence: 1920 Michigan Av. 

CODD, George P., lawyer; born, Detroit, Dec. 7, 1869; son of 
George C. Codd ; educated in public and high schools of Detroit and 
University of Michigan, graduating, degree of A. B., 1891 ; married at 
Detroit, Oct. 2, 1894, Kathleen Warner. Has engaged in practice in De- 
troit since 1892; member law firm of Codd & Hall. Assistant city at- 
torney, 1893-96; alderman, 1902, 1903 and 1904; mayor City of Detroit, 
1905-6. Member of Detroit and Michigan State Bar associations. Re- 
publican. Presbyterian. Member Masonic order. Knights Templar ; 
Knights of Pythias, Delta Kappa Epsilon, Clubs : University, Country, 
North Channel, Harmonic, Detroit Athletic. Recreations: Outdoor 
sports. Office: 716-717 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 47 Warren Av., E. 

CODY, Frederick; born, Belleville, Mich., Apr. 7, 1874; son of 
Thomas and Clarissa (Kipp) Cody; educated at Belleville High School; 
married at Champaign, 111., Dec. 27, 1899, Lucille Stedman. Began active 
career as school teacher and was principal Webster School, Detroit, 4 
years; entered life insurance business and was manager New York Life 
Insurance Co. at Detroit 5 years ; supervisor of Michigan and Ohio for 
Fidelity Mutual Life Insurance Co., 1906. Mason. Recreations: Out- 
door sports. Office: 1 129 Majestic Bldg. Residence: Woodward Apts. 

COFFIN, Howard E., engineering and vice president E. R. Thomas 
Detroit Co. ; born at West Milton, O., Sept. 6, 1873 ; son of Julius V. and 
Sarah E. (Jones) Coffin ; educated at University of Michigan, 1893-96 
and 1900-02; married, Battle Creek, Oct, 30, 1907, Matilda V. Allen. 
Began active career in United States civil service, continuing 1896-1900; 
was chief of experimental department Olds Motor Works, Detroit, 1902- 
05, and chief engineer same, 1905-06; vice president and engineer E. R. 
Thomas Detroit Co., manufacturers of motor cars, since 1906. Also con- 
sulting engineer E. R. Thomas Motor Co., Buffalo, N. Y. Member So- 
ciety of Automobile Engineers, American Society of Mechanical En- 
gineers, Detroit Engineering Society. Clubs : Detroit Boat, Detroit Au- 
tomobile. Recreations: Motor boating and automobiling. Office: E. R. 
Thomas Detroit Co. Residence : 434 Cadillac Av. 



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COGSWELL, Arthur Cleveland; born, Salem, Mass., Apr. 4, 1858; 
son of Epes and Martha Ray (Hammond) Cogswell; educated in Salem 
common and high schools and at Boston School of Technology ; mar- 
ried at New York, July 3, 1902, Emma Barbara Kuerner. Was in busi- 
ness in Hutchinson, Kan., 1879-82 ; member clothing firm of Sinclair & 
Cogswell, Salem, Mass., 1884-86; interested in contracting and railroad 
construction with John and Lester Mundy, headquarters. El Paso, Tex., 
and built part of the northern section of the Mexican Central Ry. be- 
tween El Paso del Norte (now Jaurez) and Chihuahua, Mex. ; now 
identified with the Detroit Sanitary Supply Co. Office : Detroit Sanitary 
Supply Co. Residence : 368 2nd Av. 

COLE, Henry Tiffany, vice president United States Heater Co. ; 
born, Cleveland, O., June 29, 1870; son of Delos O. and Isabella (Tif- 
fany) Cole; educated in public schools of Detroit; married at Catskill, 
N. Y., 1900, Miss Alice Jerome Day. Came to Detroit, 1877; began 
business career with H. Scherer & Co., wholesale carriage hardware, 
1887, continuing until 1893; became connected with the Capitol Heating 
Co., as treasurer, 1893, the name of which was changed to the United 
States Heater Co., 1895 ; was elected secretary, 1897, and vice president, 
1902, now also acting as general manager, the company manufacturing 
steam and hot water boilers and radiators (6 branch houses in principal 
cities). Member National Association of Manufacturers, Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Republican. Episcopalian. Clubs: Detroit, Country, 
Detroit Boat, Racquet and Curling. Recreations : Outdoor sports. Of- 
fice: Cor. Campbell Av. and Wabash R. R. Residence: 114 Du Bois St. 

COLLIER, George Xenophon M., lawyer; born, Claremont, N. H., 
Sept. 27, 1838; son of Charles S. and Eliza (Currier) Collier; educated 
in public schools of New Hampshire, New York and Michigan; Univer- 
sity of Michigan, June, 1867. Married at Troy, N. Y., Nov. 28, 1873, 
Jennie M. Brown. Studied law with D. Darwin Hughes of Marshall, 
and ex-Governor Moses Wisner of Pontiac. Began practice at Pontiac, 
Mich., 1867; removed to Detroit, 1875. Was secretary Constitutional 
Convention of Michigan, 1867. Republican. York and Scottish Rite Ma- 
son (32°), Knight Templar, Shriner (all degrees except 33°). Recrea- 
tions: Cricket and baseball. Office: 820-821 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 
891 Woodward Av. 

COLLIER, William Wallace, secretary and treasurer American 
Harrow Co.; born. Battle Creek, Mich., Nov. 19, 1850; son of Victory P. 
and Minerva (Pew) Collier; educated in public schools of Battle Creek 
and at Highland Military Academy, Worcester, Mass. ; married at De- 
troit, 1891, Miss Virginia Wright. Came to Detroit from Battle Creek, 
1870; was in employ of DuCharme, Fletcher & Co., wholesale hardware, 
and later engaged in iron commission business; assisted in organizing 
the American Harrow Co., 1882, of which has been director, treasurer 
and secretary since time of organization. Also vice president Duplex 
Printing Press Co., of Battle Creek. Ex-president National Association 



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of Agricultural Implement and Vehicle Manufacturers of the United 
States. Proprietor of Elmdale Farms, the aim of the farms being to 
raise horses and cattle of the very best breeding and highest individual 
excellence. Member executive committee Michigan State Agricultural 
Society, Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Unitarian. Club : 
Fellowcraft. Recreations : Breeding of trotting horses and Short Horn 
cattle. Office: 1482 Hastings St. Residence: 674 Cass Av. 

COLLINS, Alva Nicholas, physician; born, Lyme, N. Y., Jan. 5, 
1861 ; son of Lyman and Sally M. (Cotton) Collins; educated in district 
schools of New York; Dexter (N. Y.) High School, 1877-8; Elburn 
High School, 111., 1878-81 ; Ann Arbor High School, 1881-2; Medical De- 
partment, University of Michigan, 1882-85, graduating M. D., 1885 ; New 
York Polyclinic, 1885, and in New York hospitals, 1885-88; married, 
Ann Arbor, Mich., Oct. 13, 1892, Emily Delavan Stebbins. Began prac- 
tice in New York City, 1885 ; has practiced in Detroit since 1888. Re- 
publican. Protestant. Member Detroit Academy of Medicine ; president 
Wayne County Medical Society; member Michigan State Medical So- 
ciety, American Medical Association. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Ad- 
dress: 20 Martin PI. 

COLLINS, Charles F., banker; born, Detroit, Feb. 4, 1847; son of 
John and Ann (McWilliams) Collins; educated in Detroit public schools. 
Began active career as bookkeeper; became connected with Wayne 
County Savings Bank as clerk, 1875, has filled every office in the bank 
and has been president since 1898. Treasurer St. Joseph's Home for 
Boys ; member executive committee St. Francis Home for Orphan Boys ; 
member Detroit Board of Commerce. Independent in politics. Catholic. 
Club: Detroit. Recreations: Baseball; lover of violin. Office: Wayne 
County Savings Bank. Residence: 31 W. Willis Av. 

COLLINS, Charles H.; born, Paterson, N. J., Nov. 5, 1872; son of 
Charles C. and Louise (Hartwell) Collins ; educated in public schools of 
Paterson and at commercial college ; married at Colorado Springs, Colo., 
Feb. 7, 1906, Beatrice Oatman. Began active career as office man Equi- 
table Life Insurance Co., Des Moines, la., continuing for 4 years; then 
removed to New York City and was connected with various concerns 
for six years and later lived in Albany and Syracuse; became manager at 
Denver, Colo., for The B. F. Goodrich Co., manufacturers of rubber 
goods, where he continued for 35^ years; has been manager for same 
company at Detroit since May, 1906. Republican. Club: Commercial. 
Office : 266 Jefferson Av. Residence : The Ventura Apts. 

COLLINS, Charles Parker, manufacturer of cigars ; born, Detroit, 
Dec. 25, 1848; son of Thomas and Mary (Hosie) Collins; married at 
Detroit, Dec. 12, 1878, Ida L. Colton. Began active career working on 
a farm, later becoming a sailor on the Great Lakes for two seasons ; the 
next five years was with Hoffner & Mayes, foot of Woodward Av., 
makers of sails and rigging; traveling salesman for Krueger & Hoffner, 



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cigar manufacturers, for two years, when was admitted to partnership 
under firm name of Hofifner & Collins ; shortly after the death of Mr. 
Hofifner in 1875, firm became C. P. Collins & Co., of which he has since 
been the head. Also vice president Central Savings Bank. Republican ; 
active worker in Republican party; secretary Republican County Com- 
mittee, 1886; auditor Wayne County, 1888-90; sheriff Wayne County, 
1893-96 (two terms), and while in office was elected chairman of the 
consolidated City and County Republican Committees; later was mem- 
ber State Central Committee ; presidential elector for McKinley and 
Roosevelt. Retired from active politics in 1898 and has since devoted 
his time to his business interests ; interested in the A. E. Steward Trans- 
portation Co., the steamer Chas. W. Kotcher of Detroit Steamship Co., 
and Lavigne Manufacturing Co. Scottish Rite Mason (32°), Knight 
Templar, Shriner; member Knights of Pythias, Odd Fellows, Royal Ar- 
canum, Detroit Lodge of Elks. Clubs: Detroit, Yachting and Fishing, 
Citizens' Yacht Club. Recreations: Yachting, boating and fishing. Of- 
fice: Central Savings Bank. Residence: 62 Bagg St., Detroit; summer 
residence: St. Clair Flats, Mich. 

COMERFORD, John J., lumber ; born, Virginia City, Nev., Jan. 30, 
1865 ; son of Milton J. and Elizabeth Comerford ; educated in public 
schools; married at Detroit, 1893, Miss Laura Warren. Came to Detroit 
from Virginia City, 1879; began business career as office boy for the 
W. A. C. Miller Lumber Co., 1879, advanced to position of general office 
manager and salesman for the company; became local manager of the 
Delta Lumber Co., the company being merged with the Detroit Lumber 
Co., manufacturers, wholesale and retail dealers, 1899, o^ which has been 
vice president and manager since time of organization. Member Detroit 
and Michigan Retail Lumber Dealers' Association. Republican. Club : 
Fellowcraft. Recreations: Baseball and fishing. Office: 131 1 Gratiot 
Av. Residence: 1 166 Mt. Elliot Av. 

COMMONS, Samuel A., secretary and treasurer Du Brie Motor 
Co.; born, Union City, Ind., Oct. 21. 1865; son of John and Clarissa 
(Rogers) Commons ; married at Oberlin, O., Nov. 5, 1890, Florence Mil- 
len. In newspaper work at Ishpeming, Mich., until 1893, in office of 
secretary of state, Lansing, 1893-6; clerk of Board of State Auditors, 
1896-1904. Came to Detroit from Lansing, Mich., Feb., 1904, and since 
1905 has been secretary and treasurer of The Du Brie Motor Co., manu- 
facturers of marine engines. Member Masonic order. Office : 436 Guoin 
St. Residence: 139 Josephine St. 

COMSTOCK, Andrew W., railway official; born, Port Huron, 
Mich., Oct. 5, 1838; son of Alfred and Harriet Jane (Westbrook) Corn- 
stock; educated in public schools of Port Huron and one year (i860) at 
Ypsilanti State Normal School ; married at Detroit, 1867, Lillian Little. 
Taught school, 1861-62; left home. Grand Township, St. Clair Co., 1862, 
to take charge of large mercantile establishment of L. W. Mason & Co., 
in which was successful and the business was sold out, 1866; started in 



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general store business as A, W. Comstock & Co., 1866; entered lumber 
business, 1868, and organized the Alpena Banking Co., 1871, of which 
was the head ; sold out banking business, 1905, and is devoting entire 
time to railroad interests with which he became identified in 1901. Presi- 
dent Cincinnati, Georgetown & Portsmouth R. R. and Felicity & Bethel 
R. R., headquarters in Cincinnati, O. Former president Board of Educa- 
tion, mayor and supervisor of the Poor, all of Alpena. Democrat. Epis- 
copalian. Scottish Rite Mason (32°), Knight Templar, Shriner. Office: 
45 Campau Bldg. Residence: 712 Jefferson Av. 

CONANT, William S., consulting engineer; born, Detroit, Jan. 
1868; son of John S. and Mary B. (MacLaren) Conant; educated at St. 
Paul's School, Concord, N. H., 1881-83 ; Lawrenceville School, Law- 
renceville, N. J., 1883-86; Princeton University, 1886-92, degrees, A. B., 
1890, E. E., 1892; married, Washington, Dec. 11, 1901, Frances E. 
Wendling. Began active career, 1892, with the Westinghouse Electric & 
Manufacturing Co., Pittsburg and Chicago, continuing until 1895 ; in 
partnership with Jesse M. Smith, in general practice of consulting en- 
gineer, 1895-01 ; practicing profession independently since 1901, also 
actively engaged in manufacture of automobile sheet metal parts with 
the Briscoe Manufacturing Co., Detroit and Newark, of which he is vice 
president and director. Director Northern Engineering Works. Mem- 
ber American Society of Mechanical Engineers. Episcopalian. Member 
Chamber of Commerce. Clubs : Detroit, Country, Detroit Boat. Office : 
925 Hammond Bldg. Residence : 186 Seminole Av. 

CONDON, George Melvin, lawyer; born, Fort Covington, N. Y., 
Dec. 27, 1867; son of John and Marguerite (Kavanaugh) Condon; grad- 
uate Fort Covington High School and Academy ; Detroit College of 
Law, 1899-1902, degree, LL. B. ; married at Fort Covington, Sept. 3, 
1884, Nellie L. W. Mears. Reared on farm in Bombay, Franklin Co., N. 
Y., taught school for 4 years and worked in general store for 4 years; 
started in grocery business at Atlanta, Ga., but sold out at end of a year 
and came north to Charlotte, Mich., and entered business with the late 
A. T. Mears ; sold out at end of a year and took position on Detroit 
Tribune; resigned after about a year and entered employ of Moran, 
Fitzsimons & Co., wholesale grocers ; resigned after 4 years and became 
connected with confidential service of the Standard Oil Co., acting as 
credit man, etc., in which continued for 15 years. Has engaged in prac- 
tice of law in Detroit since June, 1902. Member Detroit Bar Association. 
Republican; twice a candidate State Legislature. Presbyterian. Clubs: 
Condon Senior and Junior Literary Clubs (director). Recreation: Liter- 
ature. Office : 74 Home Bank Bldg. Residence : 597 W. Grand Blvd. 

CONELY, Clarence, wholesale lumber; born, Jackson, Mich., Aug. 
6, i860; son of John D. and Ruth (Fell) Conely; educated in Jackson 
High School; University of Michigan, graduating, degree of A. B., 1884; 
married at Chicago, 1895, Miss Charlotte Brooks. Came 'to Detroit, 
1880; engaged in civil engineering, 1882-84; entered lumber business 



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with the Parson Lumber Co., 1884, later with Morley & Co. and Smal- 
leys & Woodworth ; was manager of the Vinton Co. for several years ; 
assisted in organizing firm of Conely & Bailey, wholesale dealers in 
white pine and Norway pine, Apr., 1907, in which still continues. Inde- 
pendent Democrat in politics. Episcopalian in church affiliation. Mem- 
ber Psi Upsilon. Recreations: Hunting and fishing. Office: 38 New- 
berry Bldg. Residence: 58 Medbury Av. 

CONGER, Norman B. ; born, Troy Township, Richland Co., O., 
Sept. 7, 1859; son of Seymour Beach and Mary A. (Barker) Conger; 
educated at Lexington Academy, Lexington, O., Port Huron (Mich.) 
public schools and Romeo (Mich.) High School; married at Columbus, 
O., Apr. 15, 1885, Miss Eliza R. Lotspeich. Began active career at De* 
troit in service of U. S. weather bureau, 1879; has held office of in- 
spector in the bureau since 1891. Recreation: Fishing. Office: 1314- 
1319 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 75 Trowbridge St. 

CONKLING, Samuel Powers; born, Detroit, Dec. 26, 1857; son of 
James S. and Helen (Hawes) Conkling; educated in private schools; 
unmarried. Began active career as bookkeeper for Gray & Bafify, con- 
tinuing 1879-86; has been dealing in asbestos goods since 1886. Repub- 
lican. Episcopalian. Member Board of Commerce. Clubs : Detroit, 
Country Club, Detroit Boat. Office : 20 Atwater St., E. Residence : 720 
Jefferson Av. 

CONN, Herbert James, president Peninsular Milled Screw Co.; 
born, Elgin Co., Ont., Can., June 12, 1869; son of Meredith and Mary 
(Morden) Conn; educated in public schools and Chatham (Ont.) Busi- 
ness College; married in Canada, 1891, Miss Elizabeth Lamb. Began 
active career as clerk in private bank, Alvinson, Can. ; removed to De- 
troit, 1889, and engaged as contractor and in cedar supply business, 
1889-1903 ; assisted in organizing the Peninsular Milled Screw Co., 1902 
(Inc.), manufacturers of set and cap screws, studs, coupling bolts, nuts, 
etc., and experts in turned specialties; has been president of the com- 
pany from time of organization. Member Detroit Board of Commerce, 
Employers' Association. Republican. Member of the Church of Christ. 
Mason ; member Canadian Order of Foresters. Recreation : Automo- 
biling. Office: 751 Bellevue Av. Residence: 345 Pennsylvania Av. 

CONNOR, Leartus, physician (eye and ear) ; born, Coldenham, N. 
Y., Jan. 29, 1843; son of Hezekiah and Caroline (Corwin) Connor; grad- 
uate Wallkill Academy, 1865; Williams College, Mass., A. B., 1865, A. M,. 
1868; Medical Department, University of Michigan, M. D., 1868; Col- 
lege of Physicians and Surgeons (Medical Department, Columbia Uni- 
versity), M. D., 1870; married at Exeter, N. H., Aug. 10, 1870, Anna A. 
Dame ; two sons. Dr. Guy L. and Roy Connor. In practice in Detroit 
since Mar., 1871. Member American Academy of Ophthalmology and 
Otology, American Medical Association (vice president, 1881, chair- 
man section on ophthalmology, 1891, member Board of Journal Trus- 



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tees for 7 years), Michigan State Medical Society ( president, 1902, 
chairman of Council, 1903, 1904, 1905), American Academy of Medicine 
(president, 1889), Detroit Academy of Medicine (president, 1877-78, 
1888-89), American Association for Advancement of Science, Wayne 
County Medical Society, Michigan Academy of Science. President 
American Medical Editors' Association, 1883 ; editor Detroit Review of 
Medicine and Pharmacy and its successors for about 25 years ; professor 
Detroit Medical College, 1871-80, chemistry, physiology and clinical 
medicine, 7 years, eye and ear, 2 years; eye and ear surgeon to Chil- 
dren's Free Hospital since its foundation. Now director The Home Sav- 
ings Bank. Independent Republican, Presbyterian. Member New Eng- 
land Society, Sons of American Revolution. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit 
Bankers', Old Club. Office: 91 Lafayette Blvd. Residence: 103 Cass 
Street. 

CONNORS, Martin W.; born, Brooklyn, N. Y., Dec. 11, 1858; son 
of William and Mary (Welsh) Connors; educated in public schools of 
Louisville, Ky. ; married, Louisville, 1887, Addie Beuther. Began active 
career in service of the Louisville & Nashville Ry., continuing in differ- 
ent departments for 14 years ; began in life insurance business as solicitor 
for the Equitable Life Assurance Society, and remained with the organ- 
ization at Louisville for 4 years ; was in New York for 5 years in special 
capacity for the Mutual Life Insurance Co. ; came to Detroit, 1900, as 
state manager for the Equitable Life, was transferred to Philadelphia, 
1903, but returned to Detroit same year and assumed present position 
with the Provident Savings Life Association. Republican. Member B. 
P. O. E. Qub: Fellowship. Member Detroit Board of Commerce, Of- 
fice: 1027-1029 Chamber of Commerce. Residence: 107 Forest Av,, W. 

COOK, Frank Christopher, lawyer; born, Hartford, Conn., Dec. 25, 
1871 ; son of Michael J, and Ellen (Ganley) Cook ; educated in public 
schools of Hartford and Law Department, University of Michigan, de- 
gree of LL, B., 1895 ; married, Bay City, Mich., 1902, Frances Conway. 
Has practiced in Detroit since 1895 ; director Detroit Steamship Co. 
Democrat. Roman Catholic. Office: 1223 Majestic Bldg, Residence: 
loi Pallister Av. 

COOK, Fred L,, general insurance; born, Chippewa, Mich., May 22, 
1872; son of William and Phebe A. (Knapp) Cook; educated in country 
school and at Ferris Commercial School, Big Rapids, Mich. ; married at 
Ridgeway, Mich., 1896, Leora F. Sutton, Began business career in 1889 
as teller in bank at Big Rapids, Mich., and later at Travers City, Mich. ; 
entered insurance business at Lansing, Mich., 1893 ; came to Detroit, 
1899; member insurance firm of Blackman, Glass & Cook; devotes his 
attention to adjustment of fire and casualty losses. Secretary American 
Exploration Co. Methodist, Recreation: Automobiling. Office: 208 
Moffat Bldg, Residence : 35 Kings Av. 

COOLIDGE, Charles Austin, soldier; born, Boston, July 19, 1844; 
son of Charles Austin and Anna Maria (Rice) Coolidge; educated in 



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public schools of Concord, Mass., Norwich (Vt.) University, graduat- 
ing, M. D., Wooster Medical College, Cleveland, O. ; married, Tallahas- 
see, Fla., Nov. 19, 1867, Sophie Wager Lowny, of Philadelphia. Entered 
i6th U. S. Infantry, Oct. 22, 1862; commissioned 2nd lieutenant 7th In- 
fantry, May 14, 1864; promoted captain, Aug. 9, 1877; wounded at bat- 
tle of Big Hole, Mont., Aug. 9, 1877; promoted major, 1898; lieutenant 
colonel, 9th Infantry, May, 1899; served in Cuba, battle of Santiago, 
1898; in Philippines, battles Sindalon and Angeles; in China in Relief 
Expedition, 1900; at battle of Tientsin, Yangstum and taking of Pekin; 
in command of United States forces in China for five days ; promoted 
colonel 7th Infantry, 1901 ; served at Vancouver, Wash., and Presidio, 
Calif., until retired as brigadier general, Aug. 9, 1903. Member San Fran- 
cisco Philatelic Society, Loyal Legion, Society Santiago, Military Order 
of the Dragon. Episcopalian. Club : Family. Address : The Pasadena. 

COPLEY, Almon Ward, lawyer; born, Cass Co., Mich., May 22, 
1868; son of Alexander B. and Jane Helen (Hathaway) Copley; edu- 
cated in public schools to 1887; graduated Law Department, Univer- 
sity of Michigan, LL. B., 1892; married at Detroit, Feb. 18, 1907, Jessie 
May Letts. Has been engaged in practice at Detroit since 1892. Di- 
rector First State Bank, Decatur, Mich. Former member Michigan Na- 
tional Guard (honorably discharged). Republican. Member Masonic 
order. Recreation: Travel. Office: 314 Moffat Bldg. Residence: 244 
25th St. 

CORBETT, Edward Joseph, wholesale coal and coke ; born, Grove- 
port, O., Mar. 2^, 1865; son of Michael and Hanora (McGrath) Corbett; 
educated in Groveport public and high schools, and the Columbus (O.) 
Business College; married at Detroit, Mich., July 25, 1907, Miss Anna 
Dyer. Began active career as secretary to general superintendent Colum- 
bus & Cincinnati Midland R, R., Columbus, O. ; removed to Ashland, 
Wis., 1889, as secretary to Northwestern manager Columbus & Hocking 
Coal & Iron Co., then as office manager for same company in Chicago ; 
came to Detroit, 1891, as representative for H. D. Turney & Co., miners 
and shippers of coal, Columbus ; entered business on his own account, 
1894, and has since operated in his own name. President Cadillac Coal 
& Coke Co., Detroit; vice president Royal Coal Mining Co., Brilliant, 
O. ; treasurer and director Maxwell-Briscoe-McLeod Co. ; director Max- 
well-Briscoe Motor Co., Michigan Copper and Brass Co., Newcastle 
Realty Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Independent in poli- 
tics. Catholic in religious belief. Member Knights of Columbus. Clubs : 
Detroit, Country, Detroit Yacht, Detroit Automobile. Recreations: Au- 
tomobiling and general outdoor sports. Office: 1014-1017 Majestic Bldg. 
Residence: Hotel Plaza. 

CORBETT, William Patrick, lawyer; born, St. Albans, Vt., Sept. 
8, 1857; son of Michael and Mary (Welch) Corbett; educated in public 
schools of St. Albans ; unmarried. Began active career as a farm hand in 
Vermont, 1873, continuing for 3 years; drove stage between St. Albans 



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and Richford, and acted as helper in a printing office ; came to Michigan 
City, Ind., May, 1878, and was employed for two and a half years as lo- 
comotive fireman on Michigan Central R. R., and as locomotive engineer 
until Oct., 1886; retired from railroad business and traveled for a short 
time through the West, returning East to Buffalo, N. Y. ; located in De- 
troit, Aug., 1887, and studied law in the office of the late Col. John At- 
kinson ; was admitted to the bar, 1891, and has since practiced in De- 
troit. Democrat. Roman Catholic. Member Independent Order of For- 
esters and of Loyal Guards. Office: 911 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 
241 Woodland Av. 

CORBIN, John Milton, attorney; born, Lockport, N. Y., Sept. 8, 
1844; son of Isaiah H. and Almira L. (Mills) Corbin ; educated at Char- 
lotte (Mich.) Academy and Eaton Rapids (Mich.) High School ; mar- 
ried at Eaton Rapids, Mich., Sept. 18, 1878, Artie Scott. Entered law of- 
fice of Crane & Montgomery, Eaton Rapids, June i, 1867, and was ad- 
mitted to the bar June 20, 1870; had a large practice at Eaton Rapids 
until removing to Detroit, Oct. 6, 1901 ; makes specialty of insurance 
and corporation law; attorney for the state for Federal Life Insurance 
Co. of Chicago and Federal Union Surety Co. of Indianapolis; has also 
engaged in a number of successful business enterprises, among which 
was the Jackson Cracker Co. President Michigan State Bank, Eaton 
Rapids; vice president Exchange Bank of Dimondale, Mich.; director, 
secretary and treasurer George G. Harris Co., wholesale dealers in can- 
dies and distributing agents for Lowney's Candies, and Queen Anne 
Baking Powder Co., both of Detroit. Independent Republican. Con- 
gregationalist. Member Masonic order (32°), Knight Templar. Clubs: 
Wayne and Fellowcraft. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 812 Ham- 
mond Bldg. Residence : 75 Chandler Av. 

COREY, Newton J.; born, Hillsdale, Mich., Jan. 31, 1861 ; son of 
John and Juliette (Meacham) Corey; M. Ph., Hillsdale (Mich.) College, 
1880; studied music under private teachers in Boston; married at De- 
troit, Sept. I, 1901, Ada B. Davies. Musician for 12 years in Boston; 
removed to Detroit, 1891 ; organist Fort Street Presbyterian Church 
since 1891 ; gave organ recitals at World's Fair, Chicago, 1893, Pan- 
American Exposition, Buffalo, 1901, St. Louis Exposition, 1904 (Fourth 
of July recital at Festival Hall) ; secretary International Jury of Awards, 
musical department, St. Louis Exposition ; one of the founders Ameri- 
can Guild of Organists. Pianist and lecturer before universities, colleges, 
music teachers' conventions, women's clubs, etc. ; one of the first to 
present the life and works of Wagner on the lecture platform, illustrated 
with stereopticon views. Member Fine Arts Society, Detroit (director). 
Club : Detroit. Address : 38 Woodward Terrace. 

CORLISS, John B., lawyer; born, Richford, Vt., June 7, 1851; son 
of H. and Lydia (Round) Corliss; educated in public schools of Ver- 
mont and at Columbia Law College, degree of LL. B., 1877; married at 
Barnard, Vt., Dec. 5, 1877, Elizabeth N. Danforth. Has engaged in prac- 



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tice in Detroit since Sept. 23, 1877; member law firm of Corliss, Leete 
& Joslyn. Also president Michigan Lubricator Co. and Shipman Koal 
Co., of Pennsylvania ; director Reliance Motor Car Co., and officer and 
member of many other companies. Member Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Member of Congress, 1895-1900, for 5th district of Michigan. 
Mason. Club: Detroit. Office: Moffat Bldg. Residence: 34 W. 
Canfield Av. 

CORNEHL, William, Sr. ; born, Mecklenburg, Germany, 1844; son 
of Fritz Corn eh 1 ; came to America with parents, 1852; educated in pub- 
lic schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, 1874, Miss Anna Muhelmann. 
Learned trade of printer and book binder in employ of Richmond, Back- 
us & Co., 40 years ago; head of firm of William Cornehl & Sons, print- 
ers and book binders. Republican. Member Masonic order, Concordia 
Society. Office : yj Earned St. Residence : 207 Catherine St. 

CORSE, William Malcolm, chemist ; born. Maiden, Mass., May 25, 
1878; son of William A. and Genevieve (Alexander) Corse; educated in 
public schools of Maiden and Medford, Mass. ; degree of S. B., Depart- 
ment of Chemistry, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1899; mar- 
ried at Detroit, June 4, 1902, Edith W. Bell. Chemist with William S. 
Merrell Chemical Co., Cincinnati, 1899-1901, Detroit White Lead Works, 
1901-02; assistant superintendent, in charge of brass foundry, Detroit 
Lubricator Co., since Jan., 1903 ; especially interested in scientific de- 
velopment of foundry, particularly along metallurgical lines. Congrega- 
tionalist. Member American Chemical Society, Society of Detroit Chem- 
ists (secretary), American Brass Founders' Association (vice president). 
Recreations : Won first prize manual of arms, and first prize bayonet 
drill, Medford High School Cadets; first prize (presented by Governor 
Wolcott of Massachusetts) manual of arms and bayonet combined, while 
holding rank of ist lieutenant, Massachusetts Institute of Technology 
Cadets. Office : Detroit Lubricator Co. Residence : 54 Lothrop Av. 

CORWIN, George A., wholesale dry goods ; born in Niagara Co., N. 
Y., Dec. 14, 1844; son of Isaac H. and Clementine (Knowles) Corwin ; 
educated in public schools; married, Fenton, Mich., 1876, Fanny Curtis. 
Came to Michigan, 1867, and to Detroit, Sept., 1879; entered dry goods 
business, 1879, with same house with which he has since been connected, 
was confidential and credit-man to the firm and since 1902 has been sec- 
retary Burnham, Stoepel & Co., wholesale dry goods, notions and fur- 
nishings. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Office: Cor. Bates and 
Earned. Residence : 276 Wreford Av. 

COTNER, Jacob, Jr., publisher; born, Mansfield, O., Sept. 14, i860; 
son of Jacob and Katherine (Hartman) Cotner; educated in public 
schools of Ohio; married, ist at Toledo, O., 1887, Marie Etta Trow- 
bridge, who died in 1899; 2d, Philadelphia, Pa., 1901, Cecilia L. Burke. 
Started as a boy in a hardware store and at the age of 17 was a traveling 
salesman for his firm, and at 19 for a leading hardware firm in Cleve- 



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land; at 20 was president of the Mansfield Bolt & Nut Works; later 
traveled in Ohio for the Peninsular Stove Co. ; located in Detroit in 1889, 
when he became secretary and treasurer of The Sprague Publishing 
Co. and The Sprague Correspondence Schools, which offices he still oc- 
cupies. Was for many years a director of the Detroit Y. M. C. A. ; mem- 
ber board of trustees of First Congregational Church ; president Ohio 
Society of Detroit, 1906-7. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: Majes- 
tic Bldg. Residence: 70 Virginia Av. 

COTTER, William; born, Bloomington, 111., 1858; son of William 
and Bridget (Morrissey) Cotter ; educated public schools ; married at 
Litchfield, Dec. 16, 1886, Emma Weigreffe. Began railway service as 
telegraph operator, Chicago & Alton Ry., 1874; was telegraph operator 
St. Louis, Iron Mountain & Southern Ry., at Piedmont, Mo., 1878-80, 
train despatcher and trainmaster, same road, Little Rock, Ark., 1880- 
82; train despatcher Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Ry., at La Crosse, 
Wis., 1882-83, Wabash, St. Louis & Pacific Ry. and its successor, the 
Wabash Ry., at Litchfield, 111., 1883-90, trainmaster St. Louis division 
same road, 189096; superintendent Eastern Division Grand Trunk Ry. 
at Montreal, Que., 1896-99, superintendent Western Division, same road, 
at Detroit, 1899-01 ; general superintendent, St. Louis, Iron Mountain 
& Southern Ry., at St. Louis, 1901-02 ; manager Missouri Pacific Ry. 
System, 1902-04; general manager Pere Marquette Rd. since 1904. Clubs: 
Detroit and Detroit Golf. Recreation : Golf. Office : Fort St., W., and 
3rd Av. Residence: 153 Hancock Av., E. 

COTTRELL, Eber W., land commissioner Detroit, Mackinaw & 
Marquette R. R. Co.; born, Cottrellville, St. Clair Co., Mich., Feb. 17, 
1841 ; son of George H. and Submit (Ward) Cottrell; educated in dis- 
trict schools and academy, Newport, Mich., 1846-58, and at Bryant & 
Stratton's Business College, Detroit, i860; married at Detroit, Nov. 12, 
1868, Ellen Smith. Began steamboating at age of 14 and followed the 
Great Lakes until 1868; settled on stock and fruit farm at Greenfield, 
Mich., 1868; member State Legislature, 2 terms, 1879 and 1881, during 
which time he introduced the bill providing for Grand Boulevard that 
encircles Detroit and secured its passage, although at the time against 
great opposition ; appointed by President Grant receiver of public mon- 
eys at Detroit, 1879, but declined ; was largely instrumental in raising 
the money for the Detroit Exposition, 1888 (the exposition proving a 
great success during his administration of its affairs) ; was appointed 
land commissioner for the Detroit, Mackinaw & Marquette R. R. Co., 
1889, which position he still holds. Also director Wabash Portland Ce- 
ment Co., Superior Pin Co., Detroit Typomarker Co. Republican, 
prominent party worker for many years; member Republican State 
Central committee two terms. York and Scottish Rite Mason (32°), 
Knight Templar, Shriner. Clubs: Detroit, Country, Caledon Mountain, 
Duck Lake, Au Sauble Trout Club. Recreations : Fishing and shooting. 
Office: 410 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 135 Lafayette Blvd. 



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COUCH, Alfred Edward, restaurant proprietor; born, Toronto, 
Can,. May 17, 1876; son of Walter J. and Harriet (Kane) Couch; edu- 
cated in public schools of Toronto; married, Detroit, June i, 1900, Hel- 
en Andrew Morton. Began active career in employment of J. C. Kuhn, 
confectioner, 1896; after a short experience as traveling salesman, re- 
turned to Detroit and was identified with restaurant business under 
Robert Morton; entered restaurant business for himself Oct. i, 1899, and 
has since continued in that line. Member Board of Commerce. Mason ; 
member Elks, Knights of Pythias. Clubs : Fellowcraft, Harmonic, Auto- 
mobile. Recreation: Automobiling. Office: 204 Loyal Guard Bldg. 
Residence: 132 Avery Av. 

COURTIS, William Munroe, mining engineer; born, Boston, Jan. 
7, 1842; son of William and Mehitable (Appleton) Courtis; graduate 
Harvard University, 1864, degree of A. M., 1867, and studied civil en- 
gineering in Lawrence Scientific School, Harvard, for one year ; student 
for 3 years at Royal School of Mines, Freiberg, Saxony ; married at Wy- 
andotte, Mich., Apr. 2, 1873, Lizzie Easton Folger. Came to Detroit, 
1871, as assistant manager Wyandotte (Silver Islet) Smelting Works, 
and became general manager within a year ; has operated extensively for 
many years as mining engineer and metallurgist ; has been superintend- 
ent and general manager of many mines and smelting works in Michi- 
gan, Colorado, California, New Mexico, etc., and consulting engineer to 
mine owners and mining corporations ; was chief engineer of geological 
survey of Santo Domingo, etc. ; has patented improved mill apparatus 
for saving waste on tailings. Member American Association for the Ad- 
vancement of Science, International Geological Society, Detroit En- 
gineering Society, Detroit Chemical Society, American Institute of Min- 
ing Engineers, Sons of American Revolution (Michigan). Contributor 
to engineering journals. Clubs: Harvard (Detroit), Harvard Union 
(Cambridge, Mass.). Recreation: Yachting. Office: 621 Hammond 
Bldg. Residence : 449 4th Av. 

COUZENS, James, manufacturer; secretary and treasurer Ford 
Motor Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Office : Piquette Av. 
and Beaubien. Residence : 80 Chandler Av. 

COVERT, Arthur H., lawyer; born, Ann Arbor, Mich., July 22, 
1868; son of Arthur and Eliza A. (Galpin) Covert; graduate Ann Arbor 
High School, 1887; Literary Department, University of Michigan, A. B., 
1893; Law Department, same university, LL. B., 1895; married at Ann 
Arbor, Nov. 7, 1900, Edith M. Popkins. Was superintendent of schools, 
Schoolcraft, Mich., 1895-99; ^^^ been engaged in practice of law at De- 
troit since Aug., 1899. Member Detroit and Michigan State Bar asso- 
ciations. Republican. Methodist. Member Masonic order, Blue Lodge 
and Chapter. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 1437 Majestic Bldg. 
Residence : 656 2nd Av. 

COWLES, Israel T., lawyer; born, Belchertown, Mass., Nov. 8, 
1854; son of Tertius and Julia L. (Towne) Cowles; educated in public 



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schools of Belchertown, Monson Academy and Yale University, gradu- 
ating, degree of B. A., 1877 ; married at Detroit, Oct, 30, 1894, Elizabeth 
A. Howard. Studied law and was admitted to the bar, 1880; in practice 
alone since 1895. Manager and legal officer, title guaranty and abstract 
department Union Trust Co. Member Michigan Naval Reserve, 1894. 
Republican. Episcopalian. Member American Historical Association, 
Delta Kappa Epsilon. Clubs: Detroit, University, Yondotega, Detroit 
Boat, Country, Old Club, Witenagemote. Recreations: Outdoor sports. 
Office: 311 Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 82 Davenport St. 

COX, Allan P., lawyer; born, Detroit, Feb. 7, 1876; son of William 
and Eva M. (Van Riper) Cox ; educated in public and high schools, De- 
troit, Literary and Law Departments of the University of Michigan, 
graduating, LL. B., 1900; married, Detroit, Nov. 16, 1904, Louise M. 
Knauss. Began practice at Detroit, in 1900, in offices of Otto Kirchner; 
has practiced alone since 1901. Member 3d Division, Michigan Naval 
Brigade, for 3 years. Republican. Member Wayne County and Michi- 
gan State Bar associations, Detroit Board of Commerce, Odd Fellows, 
Union Lodge, F. &A. M. Club: Harmonic Society. Recreations: 
Books, boating, horseback riding. Office: 819-821 Majestic Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 363 Cass Av. 

CRANDELL, Frank; born, Columbia Co., N, Y., 1844; son of Solo- 
mon and Mary W. (Wheeler) Crandell ; educated in private school ; mar- 
ried at Bay City, Mich., 1869, Mary Raymond. Served in Civil War as 
private 7th New York Infantry; located in Michigan at close of the war; 
came to Detroit, 1881. President Toledo Casket Co.; secretary and treas- 
urer Detroit Casket Co. ; treasurer Peninsular Salt Co. Office : 187 W. 
Congress St. Residence: 26 Martin PI. 

CRAPO, Stanford Tappan, producer of coal and cement ; born. New 
Bedford, Mass., June 13, 1865; son of William W. and Sarah (Tappan) 
Crapo ; educated at Friend's Academy, New Bedford, and Yale College ; 
married at Painesville, O., Oct. 10, 1894, Emma C. Morley. General 
manager Flint & Pere Marquette R. R., 1894-1900; general manager 
Pere Marquette R. R., 1900-03 ; engaged in production of coal and ce- 
ment since 1903. Director Old Detroit Nat'l Bank, Second Nat'l Bank, 
Saginaw, Mich., Fort Street Union Depot Co. ; president Wyandotte 
Portland Cement Co, ; vice president B. F, Berry Coal Co. ; secretary 
and treasurer Huron Portland Cement Co. Clubs: Detroit, Country, 
Golf, University. Office: 1525 Ford Bldg. Residence: 200 Parker Av. 

CROCKER, George M.; born, Greenville, 111., Aug. 9, 1848; son of 
Samuel H. and Harriet (Ferguson) Crocker; educated at normal school, 
Normal, 111., and Newberry Seminary, Newberry, Vt. ; married at Wash- 
ington, D, C, June 28, 1888, Cecelia T, S. Steele. Came to Mt. Clemens, 
Mich., from New Hampshire, 1866; studied law and was admitted to the 
bar in Macomb Co. early in the '70s ; filled positions of probate clerk, 
judge of probate, prosecuting attorney of Macomb Co. and mayor of 



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city of Mt. Clemens; became auditor Detroit, Bay City & Alpena R. R., 
1892, and upon reorganization of the road as the Detroit & Mackinac 
Ry., Feb. i, 1895, was elected auditor and purchasing agent, in which he 
continues; also vice president since Nov., 1896. Member Masonic order, 
Knights Templar. Office: 514 Majestic Bldg., Detroit. Residence: 
Mt. Clemens, Mich. 

CRONIN, Arthur D.; born, Hamilton, Ont., May 3, 1833; son of 
Richard B. and Susan (Peer) Cronin ; educated in parochial schools of 
Detroit; unmarried. Began active career in employ of C. C. Wormer 
Machinery Co. and later entered grocery business as Cronin Bros., con- 
tinuing 1901-03; entered coal business as traveling representative of 
Detroit Coal & Coke Co., 1903 ; has been secretary and treasurer Imperial 
Coal Co. since 1905. Also director Prudential Coal Mining Co., of Big 
Creek, W. Va. Member 3rd Division, Michigan State Naval Reserves 
since 1902. Republican. Catholic. Member Knights of Columbus, 
Knights of Equity. Clubs: Cathedral and St. Vincent's Young Men's 
Club. Recreations : Sailing, canoeing, and horseback riding. Office : 
322 Hammond Bldg. Residence; 39 Hecla Av. 

CRONIN, Frederick C; born, Hamilton, Ont., May 14, 1879; son 
of Richard B. and Susan (Peer) Cronin; educated at De Lasalle Aca- 
demy, Hamilton, Ont.; married at Detroit, June 12, 1907, Miss Julia 
Miner. Has been a resident of Detroit since 1881 ; began active career 
in employ of A, M. Hunter, grocer, and later was connected with the 
Detroit Stove Works; traveled for 3 years in coal business, for H. S. 
Ayers; became connected with The Imperial Coal Co., miners and ship- 
pers of coal and coke, as vice president, 1905, and has been president of 
the company since Feb. i, 1907. Independent. Catholic. Member 
Knights of Columbus. Recreations : General outdoor sports. Office : 
322 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 103 Erskine St. 

CROSBY, Frank Noble, lawyer; born, Hastings, Minn., May 5, 
1867; educated in public schools of Hastings, University of Minnesota 
and University of Michigan ; married. Studied law and was admitted 
to the bar, 1892, practicing at Hastings ; has practiced in Detroit since 
1902. Member Michigan State Bar Association. Republican. Club: 
University. Office: 310 Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 205 Sey- 
burn Av. 

CROUL, Frank H. ; president Detroit Oak Belting Co. ; son of 
Jerome and Ellen (Parsons) Croul. President and general manager 
Detroit Oak Belting Co. since 1892; vice president Michigan Wire 
Cloth Co. ; director Wayne Co. Savings Bank. Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Office: 266 Wight St. Residence: 168 McDougall Av. 

CROUL, William R.; president and manager Riverside Storage 
and Cartage Co.; bom in Detroit, 1861 ; son of Jerome and Ellen (Par- 
sons) Croul ; educated, Gait (Ont.) Collegiate Institute and Michigan 
Military Academy, Orchard Lake, Mich. Has been engaged in storage 



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and cartage business since the beginning of his active career, in 1879, 
and has been president of the Riverside Storage and Cartage Co. since 
1887; also president and director Detroit and Cobalt Mining Co. ; director 
Detroit Fire and Marine Insurance Co. Member Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Clubs : Detroit and Country. Recreations : Outdoor athletics. 
Office : 65 Cass Av. Residence : 20 Kirby Av., W. 

CROWLEY, Daniel T.; born, Detroit, Mar. 13, 1864; son of Cor- 
nelius and Catherine (Bresnahan) Crowley; educated in public schools 
of Detroit; married at Detroit, 1894, Miss Mary E. Dwyer. Began 
active career as bookkeeper for James K. Burnham & Co., wholesale 
dry goods, 1880, continuing for six years ; became connected with the 
Peninsular Stove Co., as bookkeeper, 1886; advanced to position of 
cashier and has been auditor and director of the company since 1896. 
Also vice president and director Crowley Bros., wholesale dry goods. 
Member Knights of Columbus. Office: W. Fort St., Detroit. Resi- 
dence: Grosse Pointe, Mich. 

CROWLEY, Joseph J.; dry goods merchant. Member of the firm 
of Crowley Brothers. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Office: 
103-113 Jefferson Av. Residence: 262 4th Av. 

CROWLEY, LaFayette, born, Cincinnati, O., Aug. 16, 1846; son of 
John B. and Julia A. (McCarthy) Crowley; educated in public schools 
of Cincinnati; married, Detroit, Jan. 4, 1890, Lavinia Cecelia Borgman. 
Began serving apprenticeship of four years, Jan. 11, 1861, in the foundry 
of Chamberlain & Co., Cincinnati, and continued with the company 
eighteen years; went to St. Louis, 1879, and served one year as general 
superintendent of plant of Giles F. Filley ; came to Detroit, January, 
1880, as assistant superintendent of the Detroit Stove Works ; was made 
general superintendent, 1882, and member of board of directors, 1888, 
which position he now holds. Episcopalian. Club: Detroit. Office: 
Detroit Stove Works. Residence: 192 McDougall Av. 

CULLEN, James H., lawyer; born, Detroit, July 8, 1859; son of 
James and Abigail (McSweeny) Cullen ; educated in Detroit public 
schools and business college ; married at Detroit, Apr. 19, 1887, Harriett 
C. Walters. Entered the office with which he has since been identified, 
October, 1875 ; studied law and was admitted to the bar, 1892 ; firm has 
passed through various changes as Griffin & Dickinson, Griffin, Dick- 
inson & Thurber, Dickinson, Thurber & Stevenson, Dickinson, Warren 
& Warren, and since Jan. i, 1902, has been Dickinson, Stevenson, Cullen, 
Warren & Butzel. Member Detroit Bar Association. Secretary Detroit 
Sulphite Pulp and Paper Co. ; president Detroit Saw and Tool Works. 
Catholic. Member Knights of Columbus. Club : Detroit Golf. Recre- 
ations: Athletics. Office: 606 Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 34 
Forest Av., E. 

CULVER, Chester M., lawyer; born, Pontiac, 111., Oct. 5, 1870; 
son of Joseph F. and Mary (Murphy) Culver; educated at State Normal 



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School, University of Chicago and Harvard Law School, graduating, 
degree LL. B., 1899; married at Emporia, Kan., 1900, FDell Clarke. 
Came to Detroit, 1899; admitted to practice in Supreme Court of Kansas, 
1899, and soon after in Michigan, practicing five years ; has been vice 
president and general manager Murphy Iron Works, manufacturers of 
Murphy automatic smokeless furnaces, since its incorporation, 1904; 
also chairman Murphy Co., Ltd. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Republican. Methodist. Clubs: University (Detroit), Harvard (New- 
York). Recreation: Automobiling. Office: Foot of Walker St. Resi- 
dence: ii4HortonAv. 

CUMMISKEY, James Peter, miner and shipper of coal ; born, De- 
troit, Jan. 28, 1872; son of James and Elizabeth (Loney) Cummiskey ; 
educated in public and private schools of Detroit ; married at Detroit, 
Nov. 22, 1904, Edna Common. Entered coal business under O. W. 
Shipman, 1888, continuing for fourteen years ; has been engaged in 
business in his own name since July i, 1902, as treasurer and general 
manager of the Ohio and Michigan Coal Co. ; also treasurer and general 
manager Duncan Run Coal Mining Co., Walnut Hill Coal Mining Co. ; 
president Hocking Coal Exchange and Mining Co. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce and of Knights of Columbus. Clubs : Columbus 
and Cleveland Coal Clubs. Recreation : General athletics. Office : 
82-84 Home Bank Bldg. Residence : 29 Smith Av. 

CUNNINGHAM, Harry L., manager Detroit branch Ford Motor 
Co. ; born, Shelby, O., Jan. 30, 1883 ; son of Marcellus A. and Catherine 
(Nichols) Cunningham; educated in public schools of Shelby; unmar- 
ried. Learned machinist's trade in factory of the Ideal Bicycle Co., 
Shelby, 1895 ; removed to Cleveland, 1899, and was connected with the 
Winton Motor Carriage Co. as tool maker; in Mansfield, O., with Mans- 
field Machine Works, 1900; at Geneva as foreman in the assembling 
and testing department of the Geneva Automobile Co. ; came to Detroit, 
1902, to look after Winton Motor Carriage Go's interests ; manager 
Ford Motor Go's branch, Cleveland, 1905-6; manager at Detroit since 
November, 1906. Clubs: Automobile (Cleveland and Detroit). Recre- 
ation: Automobiling. Office: 268 Jefiferson Av. Residence: Mari- 
etta Apts. 

CURRIE, Cameron, banker and broker; born, London, Ont., May 
4, i860; son of Donald and Elizabeth (Cameron) Currie ; educated in 
public and high schools of London and at Hellmuth College ; came to 
Detroit, 1879; married at Detroit, Nov. 3, 1887, Harriette IngersoU 
Lewis. Began active career in employ of Detroit City Railway Co., 
1879, resigning from position as secretary, 1892, to enter business for 
self under title of Cameron Currie & Co., bankers and brokers, which 
still continues. Also partner O. J. Mulford Advertising Co. ; director 
Detroit City Gas Co., Detroit Omnibus Line Co., Copper Range Consoli- 
dated Co., Baltic Mining Co., Copper Range R. R. Co., Jefferson Avenue 
Land Co. Member New York Stock Exchange, Boston Stock Exchange, 



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New York Produce Exchange, Chicago Stock Exchange, Chicago Board 
of Trade. Republican. Episcopalian. Member Corinthian Lodge, A. 
F. & A. M. Clubs: Yondotega, Detroit, Fellowcraft, Racquet and 
Curling, Detroit Boat, Country (Detroit) ; Union League and Engineer- 
ing, New York). Recreation: Golf. Office: 116 Griswold St. Resi- 
dence : 675 Jefferson Av. 

CURRIE, George E., born, Seaforth, Ont., Can., Aug. 5, 1863 ; son 
of Thomas and Nancy (Weekes) Currie ; educated in Detroit public 
schools; married at Southampton, Ont., Nov. 28, 1888, Miss Margaret 
E. Spence. Came to Detroit, 1872 ; began in contracting and paving 
business, 1889, and has since continued. Manager Currie Coal Co., 
established, 1903. Democrat. Presbyterian. Member Masonic order 
(32°), Shriner. Recreations: Basketball and tennis. Office: 1250 
Jefferson Av. Residence : 395 Cadillac Av. 

CURTISS, Darwin Z., journalist; born, Plymouth, O., Oct. 5, 1861 ; 
son of Russell and Carrie (Rowell) Curtiss ; educated in public schools 
of Plymouth and at Oberlin College; married at Tiffin, O., July 6, 1886, 
Jessie K. Keller. Was publisher Saginaw Daily Journal, 1885-91 ; came 
to Detroit, 1900; resident manager American Press Association, 1901-07; 
now special representative Hearst Syndicate, New York. Also president 
Syphon Stove Co. ; secretary Dr. Reed Cushion Shoe Co., of Chicago. 
Republican. Episcopalian. Member Knights of Pythias. Club: Press. 
Recreation : Athletic sports. Office : 25 Griswold St. Residence :• 88 
Park St. 

CURTISS, Sylvanus Wright; born, Monroe, Mich., July 20, 1869; 
son of Sylvanus Wright and Emily (Howe) Curtiss; educated in Monroe 
public schools. Ph. B., University of Michigan, 1892; married at Big 
Rapids, Mich., Aug. 27, 1894, Margarette Shaw. Has been engaged in 
newspaper work since 14 years of age; came to Detroit, 1894, became 
connected with Wayne County Legal News and since its reorganization 
in 1898 as the Detroit Legal News Co. has been secretary and treasurer 
of the company; also secretary and treasurer Drake Law Book Co. and 
Sunnyside Farm. Mason, Palestine Lodge, King Cyrus Chapter, Detroit 
Commandery. Recreations : Farming and chicken raising. Office : 
410 Wayne Co. Savings Bank Bldg., Detroit. Residence: Northville, 
Michigan. 

CUTLER, Dwight, lumber dealer; born, Grand Haven, Mich., Dec. 
2, 1862; son of Dwight and Frances E. (Slayton) Cutler; educated in 
public schools of Grand Haven, Michigan Military Academy, Orchard 
Lake, Mich., and University of Michigan ; married at Detroit, 1895, 
Adelaide L. Bowen. Began active career with the Cutler & Savidge 
Lumber Co., manufacturers and dealers in lumber. Grand Haven, and 
became director of the company, 1884; has acted as representative of 
the company in Detroit, since 1895. Also 2nd vice president Standard 
Life and Accident Insurance Co. ; director Challenge Refrigerator Co., 



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Grand Haven, and National Bank of Grand Haven. Clubs : Detroit, 
Country. Office: 1214 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 50 Kirby Av., W. 

CUTTING, Benjamin N., treasurer Harrington Cigar Co. ; born, 
Lapeer, Mich., Nov. 8, 1874; son of Francis R. and Martha A. (Davis) 
Cutting; educated in public schools of Lapeer; unmarried; was engaged 
in lumber and cigar manufacturing business in Lapeer, Mich., 1899-1902; 
treasurer of the Harrington Cigar Co. since 1902. Member Knights of 
Pythias, Elks. Clubs : Fellowcraft, Detroit Golf, Detroit Boat. Recre- 
ation : Golf. Office : 47 Jefferson Av. Residence : 34 Erskine St. 

DAKIN, Henry Walter, capitalist; born, Buffalo, N. Y., Nov. 28, 
1865 ; son of Richard Lansing and Augusta L. (Young) Dakin ; educated 
in public schools and Evanston (111.) High School ; married at Evanston, 
Apr. 20, 1898, Helen Ide. Began active career as manufacturer of lum- 
ber, operating at Natalbany, La., 1894-1904; retired from active opera- 
tions in lumber, 1904, removed to Detroit and has since devoted attention 
mainly to vested interests ; director Detroit Steel Products Co. ; also 
in real estate business. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs: 
Detroit, Detroit Boat, Country, Automobile. Recreations : Motoring, 
golf. Office: 502 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 206 Seminole Av. 

DANAHER, James E., lumber manufacturer; born, Plymouth, Wis., 
Oct. 16, 1854; son of Patrick M. and Mary (O'Brien) Danaher; educated 
in public schools of Milwaukee; married at Watertown, Wis., 1881, 
Hattie A. McMann. Began in lumber business with his father at Lud- 
ington, Mich., 1877; entered lumber business on his own account, 1887; 
located in Detroit from Sault Ste. Marie, 1902. Secretary Danaher & 
Melendy Co., manufacturers and wholesale dealers in lumber. Also 
director Dime Savings Bank, Detroit Trust Co. Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Supervisor Ludington, Mich., and mayor, 1888-89. R^" 
publican. Catholic. Clubs: Detroit, Country, Detroit Golf. Recre- 
ations : Golf, yachting and outdoor exercises generally. Office : 1007 
Hammond Bldg. Residence: 45 E. Willis Av. 

DANIELS, William Breck, lawyer; born. Olivet, Mich., Nov. 25, 
1868; son of Joseph L. and Julia B. (Allen) Daniels; educated in public 
schools of Olivet and Olivet College, graduating, A. B., 1890, and in Law 
Department, University of Michigan. Has engaged in practice in 
Detroit since 1898. Republican. Congregationalist. Member Detroit 
Bar Association, Detroit Board of Commerce. Mason. Office : 500 
Union Trust Bldg. Residence : 524 Brush St. 

DARMSTAETTER, Gustav; born, Detroit, Sept. 17, 1865; son of 
Jacob and Louisa (Koch) Darmstaetter; educated in public schools of 
Detroit and Detroit Business University ; unmarried. Has been asso- 
ciated in brewing business established by his father, since the beginning 
of his active career; became member of the firm, 1886, incorporated, 
1903. Honorary member Montgomery Rifles and Detroit Light Infantry. 
Member German Salesman's Association, Knights of Pythias. Inde- 



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pendent in politics. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 412 Howard 
St. Residence: 388 Howard St. 

DARMSTAETTER, Herman; born, Detroit, Sept. 27, 1859; son 
of Jacob and Louisa (Koch) Darmstaetter ; educated in Detroit public 
schools and Detroit Business University ; married at Detroit, 1886, Miss 
Mamie Wolff. Began active career, 1877, in employ of the West Side 
Brewing Co., founded by his father, 1866; became, with his brother, a 
partner in the firm, 1886; succeeded his father as president and treasurer, 
1899; business incorporated, 1903, under present title. Independent in 
politics. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 412 Howard St. Resi- 
dence : 390 Howard St. 

DARNELL, Henry Faulkner, R E. clergyman ; author ; born, Lon- 
don, Eng., June 24, 1831 ; son of Rev. James Darnell, rector Pentlowe 
and Cavendish, Essex; educated in Universities of Dublin and Cam- 
bridge. Held mathematical and classical professorships, Royal School, 
Raphoe, Ireland; ordered deacon, 1858, ordained priest, 1859, Episcopal 
Church ; in ministry and educational positions, England and Canada, and 
rector Zion Church, Avon, N. Y. ; now rector St. Mary's Church, Detroit. 
Author: The Cross Roads, 1856; Songs by the Way, 1862; Songs of 
the Seasons, 1885; A Nation's Thanksgiving, 1886; also the Hazelbrook 
Booklets, a series of original poems in booklet form ; contributor to maga- 
zines. Residence: 650 Brush St. 

DAVIDSON, Robert Bailey, clergyman ; born, Glasgow, Scotland, 
Jan. 24, 1871 ; son of Robert and Anne (Bailey) Davidson; came to 
America, Aug. 25, 1880; graduate Holyoke (Mass.) High School, 1887; 
A. B. Bucknell University, 1894; D. B., University of Chicago, 1897, 
post-graduate work, 1894-99, and 1900-1901 ; married at Ann Arbor, 
Mich., Aug. 28, 1901, Bessie Jean Carson. Ordained to ministry of 
Baptist Church ; general secretary Students' Christian Association, Uni- 
versity of Michigan, 1899-1900; pastor Lowery Av. Baptist Church, 
Pittsburg, Pa., 1901-03, and of Warren Av. Baptist Church, Detroit, 
since 1903. Secretary-treasurer Pastors' Union. Member Phi Kappa 
Psi. Recreation : Baseball. Address : 55 Langley Av. 

DAVIES, William Luke; born, Aberdare, South Wales, Feb. 14, 
1858 ; son of Daniel and Katherine Davies ; came to America with parents, 
1861 ; educated in public schools of Oconto and Milwaukee, Wis. ; mar- 
ried at Windsor, Ont., Jan. 4, 1888, Susan V. Dougall. Began active 
career in employ of the wholesale drug house of Farrand, Williams & 
Co.; assisted in organizing and incorporating, Dec. 24, 1884, the Acme 
White Lead and Color Works, and has been president of the company 
since its organization; continued in drug business until Jan. i, 1886, 
when he resigned in order to devote entire attention to paint business. 
Director of National Bank of Commerce. Republican. Episcopalian. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Mason (32°), Shriner. Clubs: 
Detroit, Detroit Boat. Recreation: Traveling. Office: Acme White 
Lead and Color Works. 



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DAVIS, Charles Edward Law Baldwin, army officer ; born at New 
Haven, Conn., Feb. i6, 1844; son of Charles S. A. Davis; educated in 
public and private schools of New Haven, 1850-1 ; one year in academic 
department, Yale College, 1861-2; graduated West Point Military Aca- 
demy, 1866, as 2d lieutenant corps of engineers, U. S. A. ; unmarried. 
Promoted ist lieutenant, Mar. 7, 1867; captain, Sept. 2, 1877; major, 
Apr. 7, 1888; lieutenant-colonel, May 3, 1901 ; colonel, Oct. 15, 1906; 
brigadier-general, U. S. A., Jan. 27, 1908; retired, Feb. 16, 1908; located 
at Detroit since 1904. Served on Atlantic, Gulf and Lakes, Pacific 
Coast, Philippine Islands, 1902-3. Member American Society of Civil 
Engineers, Detroit Engineering Society. Clubs : Detroit, Prismatic, 
Witenagemote ; University (New York) ; Army and Navy (Washington, 
D. C.) ; Army and Navy (Manila, P. L). Address: Jones Bldg. 

DAVIS, James Ethelbert, physician ; born, near Woodstock, Ont., 
Can., Oct. 3, 1870; son of John and Christiana (Kennedy) Davis; edu- 
cated in public schools, 1875-88; Woodstock Collegiate Institute, Ont., 
1888-91; Detroit College of Medicine, 1894-96, graduating M. D., 1896; 
Michigan State Board of Pharmacy, graduating, 1896; Chicago Semi- 
nary of Science, 1898-99; post-graduate work Chicago Clinical School of 
Medicine, 1904; married at Ann Arbor, Mich., Aug. 31, 1904, Emily M. 
Lovell. In drug business, Ontario, Manitoba and Michigan, 1891-96; in 
practice in Detroit since 1896; instructor materia medica and thera- 
peutics, Detroit College of Medicine, since 1901, also lecturer on physi- 
ology, same college ; obstetrician in chief of Salvation Army Maternity 
Home since 1902 ; medical examiner Manhattan Insurance Co. ; editor 
Leucocyte since 1905. Member Wayne County Medical Society (secre- 
tary medical section), Michigan State Medical Society, American Medi- 
cal Association. Republican. Methodist. Member Alumni Association 
Detroit College of Medicine (ex-president). Member Epworth League 
(president Detroit City Union of Epworth Leagues five years, and presi- 
dent Detroit District Epworth League one year). Recreation: Ama- 
teur horticulture. Office and residence: 831 W. Fort St. 

DAVIS, John, president Detroit Chemical Works; born, Westfield, 
Mass., May 25, 1844; son of Rev, Emerson (D. D.) and Mary Mayhew 
(Folger) Davis (the Mayhews early settlers of Martha's Vineyard, 
Mass., and the Folgers early settlers of Nantucket, Mass.) ; educated in 
High School and Academy, Westfield, up to 15 years of age; married, 
1st, 1870, Ida M. Hitchcock (deceased, 1881) ; 2d, Beverly, Mass., 1885, 
Emma F. Carter. Began active career as druggist at Westfield, 1867, 
continuing at Wenona (West Bay City), Mich., 1868-79; engaged as 
manufacturer of grocers' specialties, 1879-95, when explosion of boilers 
in adoining building, known as "The Journal Explosion," destroyed 
building and the contents ; in meantime had started the Detroit 
Chemical Works in 1888, incorporated, 1893, and now covers four and 
one-half acres, lying on both sides of the Union Terminal R. R. between 
Junction Av. and Morrell St. ; engaged in manufacture of heavy chemi- 



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cals, such as strong acids, alum, etc. President Detroit Chemical Works 
(three sons associated in offices of the corporation). Served as corporal 
34th Mass., 1862, until appointed hospital steward, U. S. A. ; served with 
medical director in the field at headquarters of Generals Hunter, Sheri- 
dan and Crooke; discharged at own request at close of Civil War. 
Former member village council West Bay City. Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Republican. Ex-President Detroit Municipal League 
and ex-director National Municipal League. Congregationalist. Presi- 
dent Congregational Union ; trustee First Congregational Church, De- 
troit. Clubs: Wayne (ex-president), Detroit. Recreations: Billiards 
and other games. Office: Detroit Chemical Works. Residence: 515 
Cass Av. 

DAVIS, Samuel H., president Wolverine Fish Co. ; born at Pitts- 
burgh, Pa., Mar. 9, 1838; son of William and Mary A. (Williamson) 
Davis; educated in public schools of Columbus, O. ; married at Cleve- 
land, O., October, 1861, Augusta G. Wheeler. Began active career in 
fish business with his father, at Columbus, O., 1852 ; moved to Sandusky, 
O., 1854, and to Detroit, 1855 ; founded firm of S. H. Davis & Co., 
wholesale fresh fish, and became the largest catcher and jobber of fresh- 
water fish in North America; sold out to the trust, 1898, and later became 
associated with the Wolverine Fish Co., of which he is president, the 
company maintaining a number of auxiliary houses and being the largest 
handler of fresh-water fish in the United States, outside of the trust. 
Republican. Methodist. Office: 42 W. Water St. Residence: 142 
John R St. 

DAVISON, Clement A., wholesale carriage materials ; born, White- 
hall, N. Y., Nov. 5, 1849; son of Clement M. and Mary F. (Pomeroy) 
Davison; educated at military academy, N. Y. state; unmarried. Came 
to Detroit from Whitehall, 1857; began active career with the same 
house with which he has ever since been connected and has been member 
of the firm of Roehm & Davidson, Ltd., since 1871, and is vice president 
and treasurer of the company. Also director Michigan Malleable Iron 
Co. Independent in politics. Episcopalian. Member Sons of American 
Revolution. Clubs : Detroit, Detroit Boat Club, Old Club of St. Clair 
Flats. Recreations: Baseball, outdoor diversions. Office: 91-95 Wood- 
bridge St., W. Residence, 60 Alfred St. 

DAVOCK, Harlow Palmer, lawyer; born Buffalo, N. Y., Mar. 11, 
1848; son of John W. Davock and Maria (Brown) Davock; educated in 
Buffalo High School and University of Michigan ; married at St. Clair, 
Mich., Jan. 4, 1883, Sarah W. Peabody. Began active career as office 
boy for Buffalo & Erie R. R. ; after leaving college practiced as civil 
engineer in construction of government docks at Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., 
and Cascade locks, in Oregon ; admitted to the bar, 1878, and has been in 
practice in Detroit since 1882. U. S. referee in bankruptcy. Eastern Dis- 
trict, Michigan ; member legislature, 1893 ; U. S. supervisor elections, 
1894. Republican. Presbyterian. Alember Sons of American Revolu- 



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tion. Clubs: Detroit Boat, University. Office: IMoffat Blk. Resi- 
dence : 79 Garfield Av. 

DEAN, Charles A., merchant ; president and treasurer Pittmans & 
Dean Co., dealers in coal, wood and ice; vice president Detroit Savings 
Bank. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Office: 8-10 Adams 
Av. W. Residence: 740 Cass Av. 

DEAN, Harry, railway official; born, Parish of Lanivet, Cornwall, 
Eng. ; son of Edwin and Jane (Hendy) Dean; came to America in 
infancy; educated in public schools in Ontario, Can.; married at Kin- 
cardine, Ont., 1878, Jennie Dinning. Began active career as telegraph 
operator in employ of the Great Western Ry., at London, Ont., and 
passed successively through positions of freight clerk, receiving agent, 
clerk in freight office at Hamilton, clerk general freight department, 
traveling freight agent and chief clerk to general manager Great Eastern 
Fast Freight Line up to 1885 ; was in general freight department Grand 
Trunk Ry., Detroit, 1885-87; Michigan state agent Lehigh & Wabash 
Despatch, 1887-95 ; Wisconsin state agent Flint & Pere Marquette Rd., 
1895-1900; commercial agent same road and its successor, the Pere 
Marquette R. R., at Detroit, 1900-03 ; division freight agent Pere Mar- 
quette R. R., since 1903. Republican. Episcopalian. Member Masonic 
order. Clubs: Fellowcraft, Commercial, Detroit Transportation. 
Office: 7 Fort St., W. Residence: 1028 4th Av. 

DEAN, Harry J., wall paper, etc.; born in Detroit, Nov. 24, 1867; 
son of James M. and Lucretia A. (Spain) Dean; educated in public and 
high schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, 1901, Gertrude Williams. 
Began business career in 1885 with firm of Dean, Godfrey & Co., and 
continued until 1898, when firm was reorganized as the Harry J. Dean 
Co., wall paper, painters and decorators, of which he is president and 
treasurer. Member Board of Commerce. Mason (32°), Shriner. Clubs: 
Detroit, Country, Detroit Boat, Lake St. Clair Hunting and Fishing. 
Office: 167-171 Griswold St. Residence: 130 High St., W. 

DEDERICHS, Peter, architect; born, Detroit, Aug. 8, 1856; son of 
Peter and Elisebeth Dederichs; educated in Christian Bros. St. Mary's 
parochial school, Detroit. Has been engaged in business as architect 
since 1876; studied architecture in Europe in 1885. Was superintendent 
of construction for U. S. Custom House and Postoffice, Detroit, and 
general superintendent Wayne County Court House. Catholic. Member 
Harmonic Society, German Salesman. Office: 1306-1307 Chamber of 
Commerce. Residence : 644 Mt. Elliot Av. 

DEIMLING, James F.; born, Philadelphia, Nov. 18, 1867; son of 
Francis C. and Mary C. (Lovell) Daimling; educated in public schools 
of Philadelphia ; unmarried. Began railway service, 1886, in engineering 
department of the Missouri Pacific Ry., in Kansas, serving in various 
minor positions, 1886-90; assistant engineer Chicago & Western Michi- 
gan R. R, (now part of the Pere Marquette Rd.), 1890-97; with Cleve- 



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land Cliff Iron Mining Co., Marquette, Mich., as engineer, 1897-1904; 
track and division engineer Pere Marquette R. R., 1904-07, and chief 
engineer since Sept. i, 1907. Member American Railway Engineers and 
Maintenance of Way Association. Republican. Episcopalian. Masotx, 
Knight Templar, Shriner. Office : Fort and 3d Sts. 

DEINZER, Frederick; born, Bavaria, Germany, Dec. 23, 1826; son 
of F. G. and A. Deinzer; came to America, 1852. Has been engaged 
in upholstering business in Detroit since 1862 and is head of the firm of 
F. Deinzer & Son, established, 1897; partner Deinzer Furniture Co., 
Monroe, Mich. Democrat. Lutheran. Office : Cor. Catherine and Hast- 
ings Sts. Residence : 1008 Meldrum Av. 

DELAMATER, DeWitt C, wholesale merchant, banker; born, 
Buellville, N. Y., Jan. i, 1844; son of John and Phoebe O. (Buell) Dela- 
mater; educated in public schools of Manlius, N. Y., and Jackson, Mich.; 
married, Jackson Co., Mich., January, 1866, Miss Kate Hewitt. Entered 
employ of Rice, Pratt & Co., hardware merchants, Jackson, 1874; was 
traveling salesman C. B. James & Co., Detroit, later succeeded by Buhl, 
Ducharme & Co. ; was one of the organizers of Freeman, Delamater & 
Co., 1890, wholesale hardware, cutlery, iron and steel, and was its secre- 
tary and treasurer until 1900, since which time he has been president of 
the company. Also president Detroit Savings Bank. Secretary Buhl 
Stamping Co. Recreation: Farming. Office: 8-10 Woodward Av. 
Residence : 483 3d Av. 

DELBRIDGE, Charles Fisher, lawyer; born, Manistee, Mich., Nov. 
II, 1876; son of Bartholomew and Ellen Jane (Fisher) Delbridge; 
educated at Nichols and Cass public schools, Detroit, up to 1891 ; Detroit 
High School, graduating, 1895 ; University of Michigan, Literary Depart- 
ment, graduating, B. L., June, 1899; Law Department, same university, 
graduating, LL. B., 1901 ; unmarried. Auditor, 1901, and later secre- 
tary, director and treasurer of the Municipal Water, Light & Power Co., 
of Mackinac Island. Began practice of law in office of John W. Beau- 
mont, Detroit, October, 1901 ; became associated in practice with Orla 
B. Taylor, July, 1902, and has so continued to the present time. Repub- 
lican. Congregationalist. Member Sigma Chi fraternity. Clubs : De- 
troit Boat, Detroit Boat Club Yachtsman, University, Detroit Cavalry. 
Recreations: Boating and riding. Office: 14 Butler Bldg. Residence: 
898 Woodward Av. 

DELBRIDGE, Jay James, physician ; born, Detroit ; son of James 
B. and Ellen J. (Fisher) Delbridge; educated in public and high schools, 
Detroit, and at Detroit College of Medicine, degree of M. D., 1893 ; mar- 
ried at Detroit, October, 1897, Mary J. Jamieson. Began practice in 
Detroit, 1893 ; practiced in St. Clair Co., 1894 and 1895, returning to 
Detroit, 1896, where he has since continued. Lieutenant ist Regiment 
Michigan National Guard. Member American Medical Association, 
Michigan State and Wayne County Medical societies. Offi!ce: 143 Park 
St. Residence: 145 Park St. 



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DE MAN, Florimond, president De Man Bros. Co.; born, Ghent, 
Belgium, Aug. 16, 1843; son of Peter and Marie (Houtsagher) De Man; 
educated at Atheneum and University, Ghent, receiving diploma of Engi- 
neer of Arts and Manufactories ; married at Brussels, Belgium, Sept. 26, 
1891, Louise Maenhaut. Came to America, 1872, and entered service 
of Michigan Central R. R. as engineer and draughtsman ; engaged in 
sash and door business in partnership with C. P. Rabaut, of Detroit, 
1875 ; entered into partnership with his brother, Alphonse De Man, in 
same line of business, 1882; bought out brother's interest July 17, 1900, 
and continued under firm name of De Man Bros., which was incorporated 
Mar. 28, 1906, as De Man Bros. Co., retail dealers in sash, doors, etc. 
Republican. Catholic. Office: 416 Maybury Grand Av. & M. C. R. R. 
Residence : 1003 Warren Av., W. 

DENBY, Edwin, lawyer, member of Congress; born, Evansville, 
Ind., Feb. 18, 1870; son of Charles and Martha (Fitch) Denby; educated 
in Evansville High School, University of Michigan, LL. B., Law Depart- 
ment, 1896; unmarried. Went to China, 1885, with his father, then 
U. S. minister; joined Chinese Imperial Maritime Customs Service, June, 
1887, and served seven years; returned to U. S., 1894; resigned from cus- 
toms service, 1897. Admitted to bar in Michigan, 1896, and has since 
practiced in Detroit; member law firm of Chamberlain, May, Denby & 
Webster; president Pacific Era Publishing Co. Gunner's mate U. S. 
Navy, war with Spain. Republican ; elected to Michigan legislature, 
1902; member of Congress, ist district, 1905-07. Episcopalian. Clubs: 
Detroit, University, Detroit Boat. Office: Moffat Bldg. Residence: 
402 Jefferson Av. 

DESNER, Frederick, manufacturer of boilers and sheet iron work ; 
born, Prussia, Sept. 21, 1850; son of Frederick and Maria Desner; came 
to America with parents, 1858; educated in public schools of Detroit; 
married at Detroit, 1891, Catherine Nede. Began learning boiler making 
in employ of Buchannan & Carrol, April, 1865 ; then was connected with 
the Dry Dock Boiler Works for eight years ; assisted in organizing the 
East End Boiler Works, 1885, and has since been senior member of the 
firm. Republican. Member Masonic order (32°), Knights Templar, 
Shrine. Recreation: Boating. Office: 11-19 St, Aubin Av. Resi- 
dence : 255 E. Grand Blvd. 

DeSTEIGER, Albert, wholesale furs; born, Mt. Clemens, Mich.. 
Dec. I, 1854; son of Rudolph and Mary (Godfrey) DeSteiger ; educated 
in public schools of Mt. Clemens; married at St. Ignace, Mich., 1890, 
Kate McNamar. Conducted dry goods and general store in Mt. Clemens, 
1874-84; removed to Detroit and was member firm of Walter Buhl & 
Co., wholesale furs, 1884-95 ; organized firm of DeSteiger & Co., 1895, 
and continues in charge of the business. Member Wholesalers' Asso- 
ciation of Detroit. Democrat. Recreations: Reading, theater. Office: 
212 Jefferson Av. Residence: 79 Palmer Av., E. 



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DETCHON, Paul C, real estate, insurance and loans ; born, Board- 
man, O., Oct. 20, 1872; son of Oswald and Sarah (Squire) Detchon ; 
educated in public schools of Boardman and Union Seminary, Poland, O., 
1886-90; married at Lowellville, O., Mar. 13, 1902, Frances Arrell. 
Began active career as apprentice to Westinghouse Electrical Co., Pitts- 
burgh, Pa., 1892; lost the sight of one eye, 1893, and traveled for two 
years ; was bookkeeper Youngstown Bedding Co., 1896-99 ; entered life 
insurance business and continued until spring of 1906, since which time 
he has been engaged in general real estate business. Republican. Metho- 
dist. Clubs: Harmonic, New Mervue. Recreations: Hunting and fish- 
ing. Office: 204 Breitmeyer Bldg. Residence: 103 Pingree Av. 

DEVLIN, George Albert; born, Toronto, Can., Dec. 21, 1855; son 
of William and Eleanor (James) Devlin; high school education and 
course in pharmacy, Toronto University; married at Toronto, Oct. i, 
1884, Caroline Munson. In retail drug trade, Toronto, 1871-84; began 
manufacture Dent's Toothache Gum, 1884; removed to Detroit, 1888, 
and has since continued in the business as manufacturer and wholesaler. 
Republican. Presbyterian. Member Board of Commerce. Clubs: 
Detroit, Country. Recreation : Hunting. OfBce : 47 W. Earned St. 
Residence : 447 Jefiferson Av. 

DEXTER, John Lloyd, wholesale flour dealer; born, Mattapoisett, 
Mass., Apr. 4, 1859; son of Moores R. and Mary A. (Purington) Dexter; 
educated in public schools of Massachusetts ; married, Boston, July 20, 
1887, Emma Scroggs. Began active career with whaling merchant, at 
New Bedford, Mass., 1875 ; came to Detroit, 1882 and was bookkeeper 
and salesman for the Union Flour Mills Co., of Detroit, until 1886; has 
been operating in his own name as wholesale dealer in flour, salt, etc., 
since April, 1886. Member Detroit Board of Commerce, Detroit Flour 
Men's Association (ex-president). Republican. Episcopalian. Presi- 
dent Detroit Newsboys' Association ; vice president National Newsboys' 
Association. Mason. Club: Detroit Boat (commodore, 1904-06). Rec- 
reation: Yachting. Office: 27-29 Atwater St. Residence: 31 Edmund 
Place. 

DEY, Hamilton, cashier American Exchange National Bank ; born, 
Detroit, Apr. 11, 1849; ^o" of Alexander Hamilton and Augusta 
(Stewart) Dey; preparatory education in private schools; A. B., Uni- 
versity of Michigan, 1872; married, Philadelphia, Nov. 18, 1891, Eliza- 
beth G. Gray. Began active career, 1872, in employ of American Na- 
tional Bank and since its reorganization, 1885, has been identified with 
the American Exchange National Bank, of which he became cashier, 
1889. Republican. Episcopalian. Member Michigan and American 
Bankers' Associations, Michigan Bankers' Club. Social Clubs : Detroit, 
University, Old Club, Country. Recreation : Golf. Office : Union 
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DEY, Herman, assistant cashier American Exchange National Bank ; 
born, Detroit; son of Alexander Hamilton and Augusta (Stewart) Dey; 
educated in private schools, Canandaigua, N. Y. ; married, at Detroit, 
Miss Charlotte O'Flynn. Began active career in employ of American 
National Bank and since merger in 1885, has been identified with the 
American Exchange National Bank, of which he is assistant cashier. 
Republican. Episcopalian. Member Michigan and American Bankers' 
associations. Clubs: Detroit, Old Club, Country, Yondotega. Recre- 
ation : Outdoor sports. Office : American Exchange National Bank. 
Residence: 425 Jefferson Av. 

DICKERSON, Freeman Benjamin, publisher ; born, Mecca, O., July 
14, 1850; educated in country schools; Michigan State Agricultural Col- 
lege; Valparaiso (Ind.) Normal University. Married at Valparaiso, 
Ind., 1877, Mary M. Marshall. Began active career working at carpenter 
trade and teaching school ; became solicitor for the Western Publishing 
House, Chicago, later general agent for the house and manager for 
Michigan ; entered business for himself as book publisher, 1888, and has 
continued as F. B. Dickerson Co., of which he is president. Republican. 
Active worker in politics; appointed by Governor Rich member State 
Board of Fish Commissioners, 1894 and served under four governors; 
appointed postmaster of Detroit by President McKinley, reappointed by 
President Roosevelt, and was originator of the Society of First Class 
Postmasters; has been chairman ist District Republican Congressional 
Committee four terms and gained for it a national reputation. Member 
Board of Commerce. Mason (32°), Knight Templar, Shriner. Clubs: 
Detroit, Rainbow Fishing, Duck Lake Hunting. Recreation : Fishing. 
Office : 62 Lafayette Av. Residence : 2050 Woodward Av. 

DICKINSON, Julian G., lawyer; born, Hamburgh, N. Y., Nov. 20, 
1843; son of William and Lois (Sturtevant) Dickinson; educated at 
Collins Center, Erie Co., N. Y., and union schools of Jonesville and 
Jackson, Mich., up to 1862; University of Michigan, 1865-66; married at 
Detroit, June 25, 1878, Clara Matilda Johnson. Enlisted as private, Co. I, 
4th Michigan Volunteer Cavalry, July 10, 1862; sergeant, Sept. 25, 1863; 
sergeant major, Mar. 31, 1864; ist lieutenant and adjutant of the regi- 
ment, July 15, 1864; brevet captain U. S. Volunteers, May 10, 1865; 
commissioned captain, Co. I, 2nd Michigan Cavalry, July 10, 1865 ; served 
three years in cavalry corps, Army of the Cumberland, under Buel, 
Rosecrans, Thomas, Grant, Sherman and James H. Wilson's Cavalry 
Corps, Military Division of Mississippi. Studied law and was admitted 
to the bar, 1866; member of law firm of Dickinson & Burt, Detroit, 
1868-69, and firm of Dickinson & Dickinson, 1869-74; has practiced alone 
since 1874. President and director Detroit Vapor Stove Co., Fischer- 
Hughes Gelatine Co. Republican. Methodist. Member Masonic order, 
Blue Lodge, Chapter and Commandery. Clubs: Detroit Boat. Office: 
46-48 Newberry Bldg. Residence: 40 Canfield Av. 



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DIEDERICH, Charles J., refrigerating machinery; born, Detroit, 
July 31, 1858; son of John and Catherine (Fellrath) Diederich ; educated 
in Detroit public and parochial schools, Prof. Patterson's Classical and 
Mathematical School, and Bryant & Stratton Business College ; mar- 
ried at Detroit, 1888, Miss Elizabeth Krantz. Entered shops of The 
Huetteman & Cramer Co., 1874, and learned trade of machinist ; then 
traveled throughout the United States as machinist and mechanical engi- 
neer; spent twelve years in Chicago, ten of which were as superintendent 
Fred W. Wolf & Co.; returned to Detroit, 1902, and became superin- 
tendent of The Huetteman & Cramer Co's plant, and has been vice 
president and general manager of the company since 1906. Member 
American Society of Mechanical Engineers, National Association of 
Engineers. Member B. P. O. E. Recreation : Fishing. Office : Mack 
Av. and Belt Line. Residence: 915 E. Grand Blvd. 

DIETRICH, Gustav, bonds; born, Muskegon, Mich., Aug. 6, 1865; 
son of Ferdinand and Elizabeth (Zearmann) Dietrich; educated in pubHc 
schools of Muskegon; married at Agnew, Mich., Dec. 26, 1891, Ella L. 
Adams. Member of firm of Lambrecht, Kelly & Co., real estate, loans 
and insurance ; also treasurer German American Loan and Trust Co. ; 
director Union Casualty Co. Member Masonic order, Knights of 
Pythias. Recreation: Outdoor sports. Office: 90 Griswold St. Resi- 
dence: 191 Lysander St. 

DIETZ, Henry C, secretary C. Pfeiffer Brewing Co.; born, Detroit, 
May 16, 1861 ; son of John and Catherina (Ebert) Dietz; educated in 
public schools of Detroit and at business college. Began active career in 
employ of Stephen F. Smith & Co., wholesale shoes ; was next connected 
with Pingree & Smith, shoe manufacturers; was senior member of Dietz 
& Starke, grain commission ; has been secretary of the C. Pfeififer Brew- 
ing Co. since 1902. Recreation: Traveling. Office: 930 Beaufait Av. 
Residence: 1126 Forest Av., E. 

DIETZ, John G., manufacturer of brass goods ; born, Detroit, Feb. 2, 
1868; son of John C. and Theresa (Katus) Dietz; educated in public 
schools of Detroit and at Goldsmith's Business University; unmarried. 
Began active career in office of old Frontier Iron Works, 1882, and con- 
tinued for sixteen years; assisted in organizing the Capitol Brass Works, 
brass founders and finishers, 1898, in which he has since continued. 
Former member Detroit City Greys and Detroit Light Guard. Office : 
Cor. Chene and Franklin Sts. Residence : 702 Macomb St. 

DINGEMAN, Harry J., lawyer; born, Detroit, July 27, 1881 ; son 
of John F. and Gertrude (Jeup) Dingeman ; educated at St. Joseph's 
Catholic School, Detroit, 1887-93 ; St. Joseph's Commercial College, 
1893-96, graduating with first prize for highest percentage in studies; 
Detroit College of Law, 1900-03, graduating, degree of LL. B., June 13, 
1903 ; married at Detroit, June 25, 1907, Miss Bessie A. Schafer. Began 
active career as errand boy for Arthur & Philbric, photographers, sum- 



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mer, 1895 ; errand boy and stenographer, James A. May (present partner), 
summer, 1896, when firm of Flowers, May & Maloney was formed, Mr. 
May withdrawing, Oct. i, 1898; continued with Flowers & Maloney as 
stenographer until 1903, when he took a temporary position as expert 
stenographer with railway mail service ; member of law firm of May & 
Dingeman since June 8, 1903. Also partner E. T. Muir & Co., manu- 
facturers' agents. Member Detroit Bar Association. Republican. Mem- 
ber Theta Lamda Phi, Modern Woodmen of America, Detroit College of 
Law Alumni Association, Club : German Salesman's Association. 
Recreation: Outdoor sports. Office: 623-625 Majestic Bldg. Resi- 
dence: Grummond Apts. 

DINGWALL, George, real estate; born, July 22, 1844; son of Alex- 
ander and Jeanette (Jack) Dingwall ; educated in public schools of 
Detroit; married at Detroit, 1865, Phoebe Renz, Was obliged at an 
early age to learn to support himself; at 18 (1862) gave up business 
interests and enlisted as private in Co. A, 24th Michigan Volunteer 
Infantry, serving through entire Civil War; promoted successively to 
corporal, sergeant and lieutenant; engaged in many battles and was 
severely wounded in Battle of the Wilderness, May 5, 1864; mustered 
out of service at Springfield, 111., June, 1865. Returned to Detroit and 
became member of Detroit police force ; then appointed letter carrier ; 
was in grocery business for self; served as U. S. ganger and U. S. 
collector of internal revenue; entered into partnership with Collins B. 
Hubbard, in real estate business, as Hubbard & Dingwall, 1884, in 
which has since continued. Republican. Alderman ist ward, 1889, 
2nd ward, 1897. Recreation: Outdoor sports. Office: 301 Wayne 
County Savings Bk. Bldg. Residence : 79 Elizabeth St., E. 

DITZLER, Peter M., president Ditzler Color Co. ; born, Milton, Pa., 
Oct. 25, 1853; son of John Frederick and Mary Ann (Smith) Ditzler; 
educated in district schools of Pennsylvania ; married at Milton, Sept. 
24, 1882, Malinda Belle Dildine. Began at 17 as apprentice to learn 
coach painting and continued for eighteen years ; commenced color 
grinding with Cary, Ogden & Co., Chicago, 1887, and remained with the 
firm four years; was connected with the Detroit White Lead Works in 
same capacity, 1891-95, and with the Murphy Varnish Co., Newark, 
N. J., starting color plant, and superintending same, 1895-99; returned 
to Detroit and was again with the Detroit White Lead Works, 1899-02 ; 
organized the Ditzler Color Co., manufacturers and jobbers of coach, 
car and automobile colors, Apr. 17, 1902, and has been president and 
general manager of the company from its organization. Member Masonic 
order. Member Paint, Oil and Varnish Club. Protestant. Recreation : 
Outdoor sports. Ofiice: 18 W. Baltimore Av. Residence: 43 N. 
Boulevard, E. 

DIXON, Sidney B., vice president Hammond, Standish & Co., 
packers and provision dealers ; born, Utica, N. Y., May 19, 1841 ; son of 
Richard and Cornelia (Burns) Dixon; educated in public schools of 



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Detroit; married at Detroit, Dec. 25, i860, Catherine C. Langley. Served 
in Union Army, Michigan Volunteers, War of the Rebellion, 1862-65. 
Began in packing and provision business with George H. Hammond, 
1868, the firm becoming Hammond, Standish & Co., 1880, of which he 
was elected vice president; retired from active management, June, 1903. 
Republican. Member Masonic order. Knights Templar ; G. A. R. Recre- 
ations: Fishing and motoring. Residence: 56 Warren Av., E. 

DODGE, John F., member of firm of Dodge Bros. ; vice president 
Ford Motor Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Office: 232 
Monroe Av. Residence: 33 Boston Blvd. 

DOHANY, Frank H., lawyer; born, Farmington, Mich., Nov. 11, 
1874; son of William and Bede (Egan) Dohany; educated in public 
schools of Southfield, Mich., Michigan State Normal School, Ypsilanti, 
1891-92, and Detroit College of Law, graduating, degree of LL. B., 1895; 
married at Detroit, Apr. 30, 1898, Blanche O'Neill. Admitted to the 
bar, 1895, and practiced alone until 1899, when he admitted his brother, 
Charles E., to partnership as Dohany & Dohany, which still continues. 
Member Detroit Bar Association, Detroit Board of Commerce. Demo- 
crat. Catholic. Member Knights of Columbus : Club : Y. M. C. A. 
Recreation : Outdoor sports. Office : 908-910 Hammond Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 739 Trumbull Av. 

DOHANY, J. Walter, lawyer, first assistant corporation counsel of 
the city of Detroit; born, Farmington, Mich., Nov. 30, 1875; son of John 
and Mary (Fayne) Dohany; graduate Detroit College, A. B., and A. M. ; 
Law Department, University of Michigan, LL. B., 1895 ; post-graduate 
work Yale University Law School, 1899; unmarried. Began practice 
in Detroit, 1900; has been assistant corporation counsel city of Detroit 
since July, 1903 (appointed by Timothy E. Tarsney), and has full charge 
of all damage and personal injury cases and claims against the city; also 
attorney for the Board of Education of the city of Detroit. Member 
Detroit Bar Association. Member for six years of Michigan State 
Naval Brigade. Democrat; secretary Democratic Congressional Com- 
mittee 1st District of Michigan, 1900-05. Club: Rushmere. Recre- 
ations: Yachting, automobiling and all outdoor sports. Office: 301 
City Hall. Residence: 1199 14th Av. 

DOHRMAN, Paul William, railway official ; born, Germany, July 3, 
1873; son of August and Sophia (Bergman) Dohrman; came to America, 
1881; educated in Germany and in Detroit public schools; married, ist, 
Detroit, 1889, Miss Anna Beck (died 1904) ; 2nd, at Detroit, 1905, Marie 
Betzner. Began active career in Detroit as a tow boy driving the extra 
horses on the old horse car lines ; then became timekeeper, and in 1888 
was appointed foreman of the car barns of the company ; was made 
assistant division superintendent, division superintendent, and since 
1904 has been assistant general superintendent of the Detroit United 
Railway. Republican. Presbyterian. Mason. Club : Detroit Trans- 



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portation. Recreations: Boating and athletic sports. Office: 12 
Woodward Av. Residence : 352 Helen Av. 

DONALD, J. Walker, district passenger agent Chicago & Alton 
R. R.; born, St John, N. B., Dec. 22, 1857; son of Rev. William (D. D.) 
and Louisa A. (Wilson) Donald; educated in public schools; married, 
Boston, Dec. 22, 1880, Mary Martin. Entered service of Grand Trunk 
Ry., 1877, and was traveling passenger agent, St. John and Bangor, Me., 
1877-81 ; was traveling passenger agent Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe 
Rd., Boston, 1881-87 ; general agent passenger department Chicago & 
Alton Ry., Boston, 1887-1901 ; district passenger agent, Buffalo, 1901-04; 
same position at Detroit, in charge of Michigan and Ontario territory, 
since January, 1904. Republican. Mason, Knight Templar (Boston 
Commandery). Clubs: Transportation (Buffalo and Detroit), R. R. 
and S. B. Agents, Boston. Recreation: Reading. Office: 1302 Majestic 
Bldg. Residence : 30 Winder St. 

DONALD, William McL, physician ; born, Allanburg, Ont, Can., 
Dec. 15, i860; son of James and Martha (Oxboro) Donald; educated in 
Ontario public and high schools, McGill University and Detroit College 
of Medicine, graduating from the latter, degree of M. D., 1887; married 
at Detroit, April, 1890, Maude Douglas. Has been engaged in practice 
in Detroit since May, 1887 ; professor of practice of medicine, Detroit 
College of Medicine ; attending physician St. Mary's Hospital and Protes- 
tant Orphan Asylum. Member Wayne County Medical Society, Michi- 
gan State Medical Society, American Medical Association. Democrat. 
Presbyterian. Member Foresters. Club: Detroit Boat. Office: 979 
Jefferson Av. Residence : 970 Jefferson Av. 

DONALDSON, George, lawyer; born, Livingston Co., Mich., Sept. 
29, 1867; son of Samuel and Mary E. (Merrill) Donaldson; educated in 
public schools and High School, Bay City, Mich. ; graduate Detroit Col- 
lege of Law, LL. B., 1898; married at Lansing, Mich., 1895, Miss Jessie 
McGrath. Has been a resident of Detroit since 1885 ; official stenog- 
rapher Recorder's Court, 1894-99; official stenographer Wayne Circuit 
Court, 1899-1907; has practiced law in Detroit since 1900. Member 
Detroit Bar Association. Republican. Congregationalist. Club : 
Detroit Boat. Office: 1018 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 81 Hazelwood 
Street. 

DONALDSON, John M., architect ; born. Sterling, Scotland, Jan. 
17, 1854; son of John W. and Isabella (McNaughton) Donaldson; came 
to Detroit with parents, 1856; graduate Detroit High School; studied in 
architect's office, Detroit, in Polytechnic and Art Academy, Munich, 
and in Atelier "Andre," Ecole des Beau Arts, Paris ; returned to United 
States, 1876. Married at St. Clair, Mich., Nov. 30, 1882, Mrs. C. G. 
Brush (nee Grosvenor). Was associated in profession with Henry T. 
Brush, Detroit, until his death, 1879; member firm Donaldson & Meier 
since 1880, designers and supervisors of Union Trust Bldg., Penobscot 



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Bldg., Washington Arcade, St. Clair Hotel, etc. Member of the board 
of directors American Institute of Architects (Michigan Chapter), 
Architectural League of America, National Institute of Fine Arts, 
American Civic Association, Detroit Museum of Arts (board of trus- 
tees), Detroit Board of Commerce, Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Boat. 
Recreation: Fishing. Office: 1314 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 852 
Vermont Av. 

DONNELLY, Edward, lawyer; born, Detroit, July 2, 1878; son of 
John C. and Anna H. (Minton) Donnelly; educated in public schools 
of Detroit; Jesuit College, Detroit; Yale University, 1897-01, degree of 
A. B., 1901 ; Law Department, University of Michigan, 1902-04, degree 
of LL. B., 1904. Unmarried. Admitted to the bar, 1904; member law 
firm of Brennan, Donnelly & Van De Mark. Catholic, Clubs: Uni- 
versity, Detroit Boat. Recreation: Outdoor sports. Office: 516 MofTat 
Blk. Residence : 24 Peterboro, St. 

DONNELLY, John C, lawyer; born, Plympton, Can., Nov. 27, 
1851 ; son of William and Elenor (Boulger) Donnelly; educated in 
public schools of Canada, private schools of Canada and Michigan and 
University of Michigan (Law Department), 1871-73, degree of LL. B., 
1873; married at Alpena, Mich., Sept. i, 1875, Anna Minton. Began 
practice in Detroit, July, 1873 ; became member of firm of Brennan & 
Donnelly, Oct. i, 1873, firm becoming Brennan, Donnelly & Van De 
Mark, 1891, which still continues. General counsel Detroit United Rail- 
way Co. ; director and counsel Peninsular Savings Bank ; director 
Tecumseh Salt Co., and counsel for a number of corporations. Member 
Michigan State Troops for eight years, successively as 2nd lieutenant, 
1st lieutenant, adjutant of regiment, and captain. Democrat. Member 
state legislature, 1878-80. Catholic. Member Knights of Columbus. 
Clubs: Detroit, Yondotega, Country, Racquet and Curling, Turtle Lake 
Club. Recreations : Horseback riding, golf, hunting and farming. 
Office: 516 Moffat Bldg. Residence: 24 Peterboro St. 

DONOVAN, Edmund W.; born, New York, Feb. 4, 1853; son of P. 
James and Julia Desmond (Sculley) Donovan; educated in public 
schools of New York ; married at Flint, Mich., Feb. 25, 1884, Minnie 
E. Sullivan. Began active career as a fruit and produce shipper and 
with the proceeds became a dealer on the New York Stock Exchange ; 
removed westward and took up contracting and building, later becoming 
interested in the real estate and hotel business; began in the life insur- 
ance business in Detroit, 1887, and since 1899 has been general manager 
of the Ideal Reserve Life Association, with home offices in Detroit. 
Catholic. Member Royal Arcanum, A. F. A., I. O. F. Office : 1401-1404 
Majestic Bldg. Residence: 51 Hendrie Av. 

DONOVAN, Joseph Wesley, jurist; born, Toledo, Ohio; educated 
in public and union schools, graduate of Jonesville Academy ; took lec- 
tures at Hillsdale College, Ohio Law School and Commercial College ; 



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later studied in office of Hon. Fred A. Baker; admitted to the bar by 
the Supreme Court, 1870; married at Waterville, Ohio, Nettie L. 
Brainard. Began practice in Detroit, 1870; upon bench of Circuit Court 
since 1894. Office: 305 County BIdg. Residence: 32 Bagley Av. 

DORAN, Charles V.; born, Wayne Co., Mich., Oct. 21, 1868; son of 
Michael and Phoebe (Gates) Doran ; educated in schools of Detroit and 
at University of Michigan; married at Detroit, 1905, Jennie Lumsden. 
Spent early years on farm in Wayne Co. ; entered Detroit Brass Works, 
1895, and has been treasurer of the company since its incorporation, 
January, 1903. Catholic. Recreation: Home. Office: 1304 Brooklyn 
St. Residence : Cor. 2nd Av. and Ferry St. 

DOREMUS, Frank E., lawyer, controller city of Detroit; born, 
Venango Co., Pa., Aug. 31, 1865; son of Sylvester and Sarah (Peake) 
Doremus ; educated in public schools, Portland, Mich., and Detroit Col- 
lege of Law ; admitted to bar before the Supreme Court of Michigan ; 
married at St. Johns, June 26, 1890, Elizabeth Hatley. Established 
newspaper, 1885, The Portland Review, at Portland, Mich. ; postmaster, 
Portland, 1895-99; came to Detroit, 1899, ^^^ has practiced law since 
1901, disposing of his newspaper interests, 1^5. Member Michigan 
legislature, 1890-92; assistant corporation counsel, Detroit, 1903-07; city 
controller since June i, 1907. Democrat. Member Wayne County Bar 
Association, Detroit Board of Commerce. Member of Knights of 
Pythias, Maccabees, Foresters, Harmonic Society. Recreation : Fishing. 
Office : City Hall. Residence : 93 Philadelphia Av. 

DOUGLAS, Benjamin, civil engineer; born, Detroit, Dec. 10, 1859; 
son of Samuel T. and Elizabeth (Campbell) Douglas; educated in public 
schools and at University of Michigan, B. S., 1882; married at Grosse 
He, Mich., May i, 1890, Margaretta Biddle. Began active career as 
assistant engineer with Detroit Bridge and Iron Works, continuing, 
1882-85 ; bridge engineer, Michigan Central Railroad, 1885-1905 ; has 
acted as tunnel engineer for Detroit River Tunnel Co. since 1905. Mem- 
ber school board, Grosse He, 1896-1907. Democrat. Member American 
Society Civil Engineers, American Railway Engineering and Mainte- 
nance of Way Association, Detroit and Michigan Engineering societies. 
Club: Detroit. Recreation: Farming. Office: Michigan Central 
Passenger Station, Detroit. Residence: Grosse He, Mich. 

DOUGLAS, Charles, physician ; born, Toronto, Ont, May 5, 1843 ; 
son of Peter and Rosannah (Bowles) Douglas; educated in public and 
high schools of Streetsville, Ont., to 1864; Toronto University, 1860-64, 
degree of M. B., 1864; Ontario College of Physicians and Surgeons, 
degree of M. D., 1870. Practiced in Oil Springs, 1864-67, and later in 
Toronto township; came to Detroit, 1876; professor of children's dis- 
eases and clinical medicine, Detroit College of Medicine; consulting 
physician to Harper Hospital. Member American Medical Association, 
Association of American Teachers of Diseases of Children, Michigan 



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State and Wayne County Medical societies, Ohio State Pediatric Society. 
Republican. Presbyterian. Office and residence : 959 Jefferson Av. 

DOUGLAS, H. Arnett; born, Arnett, Ark., Aug. 13, 1875; son of 
William C. and Martha (Arnett) Douglas; graduate Central University 
of Kentucky, 1899; married, Detroit, 1901, Miss Grace Gilmore. Began 
active career at Tiptonville and Memphis, Tenn., in cotton and cotton- 
seed oil business ; came to Detroit, 1903, and became secretary and 
treasurer of the Sanilac Sugar Refining Co., which was consolidated 
with the Michigan Sugar Co., 1906; now treasurer Michigan Sugar Co., 
which represents six sugar refineries in Michigan. Methodist. Member 
Phi Delta Theta. Office : 909 Union Trust Bldg. Residence : 707 
Euclid Av. 

DOUGLAS, Samuel Townsend, lawyer; born, Ann Arbor, Mich., 
Aug. 2, 1853; son of Silas H. and Helen (Wells) Douglas; educated in 
public schools of Ann Arbor; graduate University of Michigan, 1873, 
post-graduate course in chemistry and medicine, same university; entered 
law offices of Douglas & Bowen, of which his uncle. Judge S. T. Douglas, 
was senior member, and was admitted to the bar, 1879. Married, Detroit, 
1891, Miss Marion Dwight. Has practiced in Detroit since 1879, first as 
junior member of the law firm of Douglas, Bowen & Douglas, later, 
upon retirement of Judge Douglas, in 1884, as Bowen, Douglas & Whit- 
ing, and during the last few years as Bowen, Douglas, Whiting & Murfin. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Club : Detroit (one of the organ- 
izers). Office: 614 Mofifat Blk. Residence: 473 Jefferson Av. 

DOW, Alex., vice president and general manager Edison Illuminat- 
ing Co. of Detroit. Member Board of Commerce, American Society 
Civil Engineers, American Society Mechanical Engineers, American 
Institute Electrical Engineers. Clubs: Detroit Boat, Detroit. Office: 
Washington and State Sts. Residence : 50 Garfield Av. 

DOWLING, Zelner; born, Alpine Tp., Kent Co., Mich., Aug. i, 
1871 ; son of William C. and Fanny S. (Bird) Dowling; educated at 
Fenton (Mich.) Normal School, winter^ of 1886-87; Rockford (Mich.) 
High School, 1887-90, graduating, English and commercial course, June, 
1890; unmarried. Began active career as school teacher, 1890; spent 
over a year in lumber woods of Houghton Co., Mich. ; entered railway 
mail service, Aug. 30, 1891, and served on Minneapolis, St. Paul & Sault 
Ste. Marie R. R. until 1896, and then upon St. Paul & Duluth R. R. until 
Jan. 2, 1899, when left the service; engaged in bookkeeping for mail 
order and canvassing agency house, January, 1899-November, 1900; 
entered employ of Commercial Credit Co., Grand Rapids, Mich., as 
solicitor, November, 1900, and was manager collection department, April, 
1901-June, 1903, and as bookkeeper until Nov. 28, 1904; has been man- 
ager Commercial Credit Co., Detroit, since Nov. 28, 1904, and Commercial 
Credit Co., Ltd., Grand Rapids, since April, 1907, both companies engaged 
in credit reporting and collections. Member Detroit Credit Men's Asso- 



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ciation, Commercial Law League of America. Member Knights of 
Pythias, D. O. K. K., I. O. G. T. Clubs: Peninsular (Grand Rapids) ; 
Fellowcraft, Detroit Yacht and Detroit Motor Boat (Detroit). Recre- 
ations: Boating and fishing. Office: 1438 Majestic Bldg. Residence; 
63 Lafayette Av. 

DOWNEY, John J., superintendent of police ; born, Portland, Me., 
Jan. I, iS>44; son of Bartholomew and Johana Downey; educated in dis- 
trict school; married at Detroit, Aug. 15, 1866, Isabella NicoU (now de- 
ceased) ; again, Oxford, Mich., Aug., 1878, Ella Vliet. Lived on farm 
from age of 11 until 1861 ; served as private in Co. K, 8th Michigan In- 
fantry, Sept. 23, 1861, until expiration of three years' service; wounded 
and taken prisoner at battle of Chantilly, Va., Sept. i, 1862; wounded at 
battle of the Wilderness, May 6, 1864; clerk in Detroit postoffice, 1865-72; 
in private life and farming until 1884; engaged in commission business, 
1884-5 5 ^^^ been connected with Detroit police force since June 20, 1885 ; 
superintendent Metropolitan Police since Aug. 10, 1901. Office: Police 
headquarters. Residence : 436 Lincoln Av. 

DOYLE, Edward H., retired manufacturer ; born, Quebec, Can., Apr. 
20, 1849; son of Lawrence and Bridget (Gahan) Doyle; educated in pub- 
lic schools; married at Saginaw, Mich., Sept. 9, 1872, Sarah J. Walsh. 
Began active career in saw mills of Bay City, Mich., continuing until 
1870; was connected with B. B. Buckhout, hardware, Saginaw, 1870-75; 
in lumber business with Thomas Nester, 1875-80; was identified with 
banking interests of J. Seligman, Saginaw, 1880-85, and in general charge 
of his affairs, 1885-97, manufacturing cooperage stock at Wyandotte, 
Mich.; was engaged in completion of Majestic Bldg., of which he is a 
half owner, Detroit, up to July i, 1907, when retired from active business; 
secretary and treasurer Majestic Co.; director Peninsular Savings Bank. 
Republican. Roman Catholic. Member Knights of Columbus. Clubs: 
Country, Bankers'. Recreation: Walking. Office: 801-3 Majestic Bldg. 
Residence : 383 Jefferson Av. 

DRAKE, Earl F., lawyer; born. New York City, Feb. 17, 1878; son 
of James H. and Nellie B. Drake; educated at Academy of L^niversity of 
Chicago, Morgan Park, 111., 1894-97; Williams College, Mass., 1897-01, 
degree of A. B., 1901 ; Harvard Law School, Cambridge, Mass., 1901-03; 
unmarried. Associated with Dickinson, Stevenson, Cullen, Warren & 
Butzel, 1903-04; was admitted to the bar Mar., 1904; practiced alone 
June, 1904-N0V., 1905 ; has been member law firm of Moore, Standart & 
Drake since Nov., 1905. Member Wayne County Bar Association. Re- 
publican. Member Zeta Psi. Clubs: Detroit Boat, Fellowcraft. Recrea- 
tions: Rowing and tennis. Office: 610 Wayne Co., Bank Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 63 Alfred St. 

DRAKE, Fred S. ; born, Galesburg, 111., May 28, 1859; son of Lyman 
C. and Mary Ann (Hyde) Drake; educated in Galesburg High School 
and Knox College, graduating, degree of B. S., 1883 ; married at Altona, 



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111., Apr. 5, 1898, Winona Edgerton. Acted as traveling salesman for 
Callaghan & Co., law books, Chicago; organized the Drake Law Book 
Co., Detroit, established Feb. 20, 1906, publishers and sellers of law 
books. Member Ferry Av. Baptist Church (deacon, treasurer, and chair- 
man board of trustees). Mason, Office: Wayne Co. Bank Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 139 Haigh Av. 

DRAKE, Harlow B., physician; born, Fremont, 111., Nov. 27, 1848; 
son of Elijah H, (M. D.) and Cornelia R. (Blakeslee) Drake; educated in 
public schools of Detroit; Boston Institute of Technology, graduating, 
1869; Hahnemann Medical College, Philadelphia, M. D., 1873; married, 
Detroit, Apr. 22, 1874, Eleanor C. Swain. Began practice in Detroit, 
Apr., 1873 ; member jfirm of Dr. E. H, Drake & Son, Apr., 1873-Nov., 1874, 
and of Drs, Drake & Miller, 1875-77. Went to Oregon and practiced 
there, 1885-1900; returned to Detroit, 1901. Homeopathist. Member 
staff of Grace Hospital. Member Detroit Homeopathic Practitioners' 
Club, Homeopathic Medical Society of State of Michigan, American In- 
stitute of Homeopathy, Homeopathic Society of State of Oregon. Ma- 
son. Recreation: Driving. Office: 32 Adams Av., W. Residence: 800 
The Pasadena. 

DRAKE, John Walter, lawyer; born, Sturgis, Mich., Sept. 27, 1875; 
son of Alfred G. and Anna M. (Patrick) Drake; educated in public 
schools and at Detroit College of Law, graduating, LL. B., 1896; married, 
Detroit, Sept. 2^, 1900, Martha Myler. Began active career as a school 
teacher; has practiced law in Detroit since 1896. President Detroit Shade 
Tree Co. ; secretary and treasurer Briggs Dental Co. Served at time of 
Spanish-American War as member Michigan Naval Brigade on board 
U. S. S. Yosemite. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. 
Episcopalian. Recreation : Fishing. Office : 726 Hammond Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 129 Webb Av. 

DRESSKELL, Frederick S.; born, Wooster, O., Sept. 5, 1861 ; son 
of Dr. Dennis and Mary (Smith) Dresskell ; educated at Worcester Uni- 
versity. Began active career as salesman for Cleveland Paper Co., con- 
tinuing until 1886, when he became manager of the Sheffield Manufac- 
turing Co., Chicago ; was manager of Chatfiield & Woods Co., Detroit, 
1890 ; associated with George F. Kenny under firm name of Dresskell & 
Kenny ; has been at head of F, S. Dresskell & Co. since 1905, dealers in 
paper, etc. Office: Shelby and Earned Sts. Residence: 61 Euclid Av. 

DRIGGS, Frederick E., lawyer ; born. New York City ; LL. B., 
Poughkeepsie (N. Y.) Law School. Admitted to the bar before the Su- 
preme Court of Michigan. Member American Bar Association, Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Club : Detroit. Office : 3 Buhl Blk. Residence : 36 
Alfred St. 

DuCHARME, Charles Albert, 2nd vice president and secretary 
Michigan Stove Co.; born, Detroit, Sept. 22, 1858; son of Charles and 
Elsie Elizabeth (Bartholomew) DuCharme ; of French and English de- 



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scent; educated in public schools, Patterson's Private School, Detroit, and 
Michigan Military Academy, Orchard Lake, Mich. ; traveled nearly a 
year in Europe after leaving academy; married, Detroit, June 8, 1881, 
Miss Caroline B., daughter of Elbridge G. Philbrick ; children, Charles 
B. and Harold. Began active career as clerk in employ of the Michigan 
Stove Co., 1879; elected purchasing agent of the company, Sept., 1882^ 
secretary, Jan., 1887, 2nd vice president, Jan., 1903. Director Union 
Trust Co., People's State Bank, Detroit Fire & Marine Insurance Co., 
Ireland & Matthev^s Manufacturing Co. Member Sons of American 
Revolution, Society of Colonial Wars (one of the organizers of the 
Michigan branch, and served as its secretary for several years). Clubs: 
Yondotega, Detroit, Automobile, Country, Huron Mountain (director). 
Office: Michigan Stove Co. Residence: 725 JelTerson Av. 

DuCHARME, George A., capitalist ; born, Detroit, Mich., June 10, 
i860; son of Charles and Elizabeth (Bartholomew) DuCharme ; unmar- 
ried. Has been identified with real estate business since 1890. Also 
president and treasurer of the United States Heater Co. Member De- 
troit Board of Commerce. Independent in politics. Office : 22 Buhl Blk. 
Residence: 834 JeiTerson Av. 

DuCHARME, William H., wholesale hardware; born, Detroit, 
Dec. 18, 1886; son of Charles and E. E. (Bartholomew) DuCharme; edu- 
cated in public schools ; unmarried. Began active career as order clerk 
in employ of Freeman, Delamater & Co., wholesale heavy hardware, 
1892, and has been vice president of the company since 1902. Repub- 
lican. Presbyterian. Member Masonic order. Knights Templar, Shrine. 
Clubs: Detroit Boat, Detroit Athletic. Recreations: Athletics and out- 
door diversions. Office : 10 Woodward Av. Residence : 834 Jefiferson Av. 

DUFFIELD, Bethune, lawyer; born, Detroit, Nov. 28, 1861 ; son of 
Divie Bethune and Mary Strong (Buell) Duffield ; graduate Michigan 
Military Academy, 1879; University of Michigan, B. A., 1883; married, 
Detroit, Oct. 28, 1885, Eliza Steele Muir. Admitted to the bar and began 
practice in Detroit July i, 1885; was member of law firm of Duffield & 
Duffield until death of senior member of the firm (D. B. Duffield), 1891, 
and has since practiced alone. Member of Detroit and Michigan State 
Bar associations. Secretary-treasurer and director Superior Pin Co. ; 
secretary and director Wabash-Portland Cement Co. ; secretary and 
member board of managers Lothrop & Duffield Land Co., Ltd., and 
Woodward Av. Land Co., Ltd. ; director Dime Savings Bank. Member 
Michigan State Naval Brigade, 1894-98. Republican in politics. Presby- 
terian in religious affiliation. Member Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternity. 
Clubs : Detroit, Country, Old, Witenagemote, Detroit Racquet and Curl- 
ing. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 912 Union Trust Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 480 Woodward Av. 

DUFFIELD, Divie B., lawyer; born, Detroit, Mar. 3, 1870; son of 
Gen. Henry M. and Frances (Pitts) Duffield; educated in Detroit public 
schools, Phillips Exeter Academy, Exeter, N. H., Harvard College, Har- 



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vard Law School, Detroit College of Law ; unmarried. Has been asso- 
ciated with his father in the practice of law since June, 1895, under title 
of H. M. & D. B. Duffield. Member Michigan Bar Association. Secretary 
Detroit Library Commission. Boatswain's mate ist class, U. S. Navy, 
1898, serving on U. S. S. Yosemite ; now lieutenant commander Michigan 
Naval Brigade, executive officer U. S. S. Don Juan de Austria (brought 
the ship from Portsmouth, N. H., to Detroit, in July and Aug., 1907). 
Member United Spanish War Veterans. Republican. Clubs: Detroit, 
Detroit Boat, Detroit Curling and Racquet. Recreation : Rowing. Of- 
fice : 714 Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 707 Jefferson Av. 

DUFFIELD, George, physician; born, Detroit, Apr. 28, 1859; son 
of D. Bethune and Mary Strong (Buell) Duffield; educated in public 
schools and Patterson's Private School ; Michigan Military Academy; De- 
troit Medical College, M. D., 1882; post-graduate course in Berlin and 
Heidelberg, Germany, and Vienna, Austria ; married at Detroit, Oct. 2, 
1888, Clara W. Cowie. Has been engaged in practice in Detroit since 
1884; professor clinical medicine, Detroit College of Medicine. Member 
Wayne County Medical Society, Detroit Academy of Medicine, Michigan 
State Medical Society, American Medical Association. Republican. Pres- 
byterian. Clubs : Detroit Golf, Detroit Boat, Detroit Athletic Club. Rec- 
reations: Golf, fishing, books. Office: Cleland Bldg., 31 State St. Resi- 
dence : 584 2nd Av. 

DUFFIELD, Henry, secretary Detroit White Lead Works; born, 
Detroit, Aug. 9, 1865; son of Henry M. and Frances (Pitts) Duffield; 
educated Barstow School, Detroit High School, Harvard College, gradu- 
ating, A. B., 1890; unmarried. Began active career as clerk in water of- 
fice, Seattle, Wash., Nov., 1890, continuing until May, 1891 ; in pine lands 
Upper Peninsula of Michigan, fall of 1891 ; cashier U. S. customs, De- 
troit, calendar year, 1892; member firm of Pitts & Co., manufacturers of 
lumber and salt, Bay City, Mich., Jan., 1893-Feb., 1897, inclusive; sales- 
man Detroit White Lead Works, Jan., 1898-Dec., 1901 ; manager promo- 
tion department same company, 1902, assistant secretary, 1903, secretary 
since 1904; also secretary Detroit Varnish Co., under same ownership 
and management. Republican. Member of Loyal Legion (by inheritance). 
Clubs: University, Detroit Boat, Harvard Club of Michigan, Hasty Pud- 
ding Club of Harvard College. Office : Detroit White Lead Works. 
Residence : 707 Jefferson Av. 

DUFFIELD, Gen'l Henry Martyn, lawyer and soldier; born, De- 
troit, May 15, 1842; son of Rev. Georg-e and Isabella Graham (Bethune) 
Duffield ; educated in public schools of Detroit, University of Michigan 
and Williams College, graduating, 1861, degree, A. B. ; married at De- 
troit, 1863, Frances Pitts, who died Dec, 1906. Enlisted in Civil War 
as private in 9th Regiment, Michigan Volunteer Infantry, Aug., 1861, 
and was advanced to lieutenant and adjutant of regiment, Oct. 12, 1861 ; 
was made assistant adjutant general 23d brigade, Army of the Cumber- 
land, 1862, and post adjutant general, at Chattanooga, Tenn., 1863 ; was 



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assistant provost marshal general, Army of the Cumberland, during At- 
lanta Campaign, and acting provost marshal general from Chattanooga 
to Atlanta, Ga. ; participated in all the important battles of Army of the 
Cumberland until mustered out on account of expiration of service, Oct. 
14, 1864. President Detroit Light Guard. Returned to Detroit, began 
study of law and was admitted to the bar Apr., 1865 5 i'^ partnership with 
his brother, D. Bethune DufQeld, until 1876, then practiced alone until 
1902, when he admitted his son, Divie B., as partner under existing firm 
style, H. M. & D. B. Duffield. Attorney for Detroit Board of Educa- 
tion, 1867-71; city counsellor, 1881-87; brigadier general during Span- 
ish-American War; one of the speakers at Peace Jubilee, Chicago, 
Oct. 18, 1898. Appointed by President Roosevelt umpire German Vene- 
zuelan Arbitration, 1903. Republican ; has attended every Republican 
National Convention since 1876. Member Society of the Army of the 
Cumberland, Society of the Army of Santiago de Cuba, Society of the 
Spanish-American War, Loyal Legion, Detroit Post, G. A. R., Sons of 
American Revolution, Chi Psi. Clubs: Yondotega, Detroit. Country (De- 
troit) ; Union League, University (New York) ; Army and Navy 
(Washington, D. C.)- Recreation: Yachting. Office: 714 Union Trust 
Bldg. Residence : 707 Jefferson Av. 

DUMONT, Arthur Steene, grain merchant ; born, Albany, N. Y., 
Apr. 13, 1873; son of William L. and Rosina (Castle) Dumont; educated 
in public schools of Decatur, 111., and at University of Michigan; mar- 
ried at Decatur, 1899, Miss Margaret Roberts. Began in grain business 
with his father at Decatur, 1892; came to Detroit, 1903, as manager of 
cash grain house of Dumont, Roberts & Co., Detroit and Decatur, of 
which he is president. Member Detroit Board of Trade, Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Republican. Presbyterian. Clubs : Country, Detroit Golf, 
North Channel. Recreations: Automobiling, golf, hunting and fishing. 
Office : 301-302 Chamber of Commerce. Residence : 1803 Woodward Av. 

DUNN, Theodore W., superintendent Detroit Sulphite Pulp and 
Paper Co. ; born, Osborn, O., Oct. 9, 1872 ; son of George F. and Vir- 
ginia A. (Hogue) Dunn; educated in public schools of Ohio and Michi- 
gan; married at Detroit, 1896, Miss Isabel A. Curtis. Came to Detroit, 
1889, and began working in plant of the Detroit Sulphite Pulp and Pa- 
per Co. ; passed through various positions and succeeded his father (one 
of the founders of the company) as superintendent, in 1901, which posi- 
tion he still occupies. Republican. Methodist. Mason, Knight Templar, 
Shriner. Recreations: Hunting and boating. Office: 2605 Jefferson Av., 
W. Residence : 279 Clark Av. 

DURAND, Harvey Stowe, lawyer; born, Detroit, July 23, 1876; son 
of William Miles and Marian Amelia (Stowe) Durand; educated in De- 
troit High School ; University of Michigan Literary Department, 1895- 
99; University of Michigan Law Department, degree of LL, B., June, 
1902; unmarried. Has been engaged in practice in Detroit since 1902; 
makes specialty of commercial and bankruptcy law. Republican. Mem- 



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ber Delta Chi, University of Michigan Chapter. Recreations: Outdoor 
sports. Office: 802 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 196 Theodore St. 

DURFEE, Edgar O., jurist; born, Wayne Co., Mich., Oct. 28, 1842; 
son of Reuben S. and Betsy K. (Noble) Durfee; educated at Michigan 
State Normal School ; married at Novi, Mich., 1870, Mary Bassett. En- 
listed as a private in 24th Michigan Volunteer Infantry, 1862; was 
grounded at battle of Gettysburg and lost an arm ; taught in public schools 
one year after the war; located in Detroit, studied law and was admitted 
to the bar, 1876; has served as judge of probate, Wayne County, since 
1876. Republican. Office : Court House. Residence : 75 Warren Av., E. 

DURFEE, Irving William, lawyer; born, Plymouth, Mich., Nov. 20, 
1868 ; son of Charles D. and Josephine (Wyckoff) Durfee ; graduate Ply- 
mouth High School, 1886, and from University of Michigan, Law De- 
partment, degree of LL. B., 1894; married at Flint, Mich., Sept. i, 1897, 
Jane S. Walker. Has engaged in practice at Detroit since June, 1895. 
Member Detroit and Michigan State Bar associations. Delta Upsilon. 
Club: University. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 514 Moffat 
Bldg. Residence : 39 E. Canfield Av. 

BURLING, Frank J., general manager Cadillac Grain Co. ; born, 
Milford, Mich., Apr. 2, 1867; son of James T. and Miriam S. (Myers) 
Durling; graduate of Milford High School, Milford Business College 
and State Normal School, Ypsilanti, Mich, ; married at Detroit, Jan. 23, 
1889, Lula Kellam. Engaged for 10 years in manufacture of harness and 
turf supplies in Melford, Mich. ; came to Detroit about 1895, and traveled 
for Leopold Miller & Son, N. Y., leaf tobacco, until 1903 ; has been gen- 
eral manager of the Cadillac Grain Co., wholesale dealers in cereals, 
grains and flour, since Jan. i, 1903. Also president International Broker- 
age Co., of New York ; one of the organizers and general manager of 
American Registration Co., employment brokers. Member Detroit Light 
Guard 6 years, now member Veteran Corps. Member Masonic order. 
Blue Lodge, Chapter and Knights Templar; B. P. O. E. Clubs: Mervue 
(St. Clair Flats), Detroit Motor. Recreations: Launching, baseball. Of- 
fice: 45-55 Woodbridge St., E. Residence: 66 Langley Av. 

DUST, William T., jobber stove repairs and hot air furnace con- 
tractor; born, Wolde, Mecklenburg, Schwerien, Germany, July 25, 1853; 
son of Frederick C. and Johanna (Mass) Dust; came to America, 1857; 
educated in public schools of Detroit ; married at Detroit, 1875, Mary W. 
Weible. Began as office boy for Calvert Lithographing Co., 1868, and 
advanced to position of foreman in press rooms, continuing until 1886; 
entered hardware business, 1887, and in 1893 became a manufacturer 
of stove repairs and jobber, contractor for hot air furnaces, also jobber 
for mica stove pastes and cements; president Mariposa Mining Co., of 
Sault Ste. Marie, Can. ; president and director Wolverine Foundry Co., 
Detroit; member City Council, Detroit, 1884-85; city clerk, 1886-88; ap- 
pointed by Mayor Pingree member Board of City Assessors, 1890, and 



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served for six years ; president and member Board of Estimates, City of 
Detroit, 2 years; appointed by Mayor Maybury on Board of City As- 
sessors, serving 15^ years; appointed by Gov. Bliss member State Tax 
Commission, serving from 1900-1904; elected member state legislature, 
1906, term expiring, Jan. i, 1909. Mason. Clubs: Harmonic, German 
Salesman. Recreations : Bowling, fishing and other outdoor diversions. 
Office: 30-32 Macomb St. Residence: 311 Meldrum Av. 

DUSTIN, Edward A., steamboat vesselman ; born, Detroit, Sept. 28, 
1859; son of Selah and Frances R. (Ashley) Dustin ; educated in Detroit 
public schools and Mayhew's Business College ; unmarried. Began active 
career spring of 1877 with Ashley & Mitchell, steamboat agents; suc- 
ceeded Mr. Mitchell as member of the firm, 1894, and brother, O. S. Dus- 
tin, succeeded Mr. Ashley upon death of the latter, 1897, the title of Ash- 
ley & Dustin being retained. Member firm of Ashley & Dustin, proprie- 
tors of the steamer Frank B. Kirby, operating between Detroit and San- 
dusky via Put-in-Bay; also agents Wyandotte Line, steamer Henry W. 
Johnson and Algomah Central Steamship Line (steamer King Edward). 
Member Board of Commerce. Recreation: Travel. Office: Foot ist St. 
Residence: 113 Charlotte Av. 

DWIGHT, Percy D., manufacturer; born, Detroit, Oct. 26, 1862; 
son of David F. and Lucretia (Howe) Dwight ; graduate Harvard, de- 
gree of A. B., 1885; married at Troy, N. Y., 1898, Grace A. Buel. Read 
law and was admitted to practice at Detroit, 1887; became interested in 
manufacturing and entered manufacturing business, 1892, and upon in- 
corporation of the C. R. Wilson Body Co., 1897, manufacturers of car- 
riages and automobile bodies, became its secretary and treasurer, in 
which still continues. Also vice president Lavigne Manufacturing Co. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Trustee Howe Grammar School, 
Lima, Ind. ; formerly member Boston (Mass.) Cadets, Michigan Naval 
Reserves. Republican. Episcopalian. Clubs : Detroit, Detroit Boat, 
Country, Harvard Club of Michigan. Recreation : Outdoor sports. Of- 
fice : Milwaukee Junction. Residence: 220 Burns Av. 

DWIGHT, William Morse; born, Detroit, July 8, 1846; son of Al- 
fred A. and Laura A. (Morse) Dwight; educated in Barstow School, 
Detroit High School and partial course in University of Michigan, class 
of 1867; married at Clinton, N. Y., Sept. 7, 1873, Mary L. Harding. En- 
tered lumber business, 1867, under title of William M. Dwight & Co. ; in- 
corporated as Dwight Lumber Co., 1890, and has continued as treasurer 
and manager. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Pres- 
byterian. Member Omicron Chapter Delta Kappa Epsilon, University of 
Michigan. Club : Old Club of St. Clair Flats. Recreation : Fishing. Of- 
fice: Rouge River and M. C. R. R. Residence: 781 Jefferson Av. 

DWYER, Francis Thomas, president the Standard Foundry Co. ; 
born, Detroit, Sept. 7, 1869; son of Jeremiah and Mary (Long) Dwyer; 
educated in private schools and at Detroit College, graduating, degree 



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of B. A. ; married at Detroit, Feb. 21, 1900, Marie Louise Fleitz. Began 
active career in employ of the Peninsular Stove Co. and continued 
through various positions, becoming director of the company; bought 
interests of Horace Turner in the Standard Foundry Co., 1904. Director 
Peninsular Stove Co., National Bank of Commerce. Democrat. Roman 
Catholic. Clubs: Detroit, Country Club of Detroit, Detroit Boat Club. 
Recreation : Traveling. Office : 22 Chene St. Residence : 646 Jefferson 
Avenue. 

DWYER, James, vice president and general manager Peninsular 
Stove Co. ; born, Detroit, Sept. 6, 1842 ; son of Michael and Mary (O'Don- 
nell) Dwyer; educated in public schools of Detroit; married at Pough- 
keepsie, N. Y., Sept. 4, 1862, Susan Lane. Began active career by learn- 
ing trade of machinist with Charles Kelly & Co., Detroit, continuing 
with the company 5 years ; worked at trade in New York and at Poughr 
keepsie for 6 years ; returned to Detroit, 1866, and joined in business with 
his brother, who organized firm of J. Dwyer & Co., 1861, which became 
Detroit Stove Works, 1864; became general manager of the firm upon 
retirement of his brother, and so continued until 1880; organized with 
Hon. Wm. B. Moran and R. McD. Campau, the Peninsular Stove Co., 
1881, of which has been vice president and general manager since time of 
organization. Democrat as to politics. Catholic in religious affiliation. 
Club: Detroit. Office: Fort, between 8th and 9th Avs. Residence: 421 
Jefferson Av. 

DWYER, Jeremiah, stove manufacturer; born, Brooklyn, N. Y., 
Aug. 22, 1838; son of Michael and Mary (O'Donnell) Dwyer; moved to 
Detroit, 1838; educated in common schools, Detroit; married at Detroit, 
Nov. 22, 1859, Mary Long. Father having been killed in accident, 1848, 
he took charge of the farm 4 miles from Detroit until it could be sold ; 
after a short time more at school, began work in a saw and planing mill ; 
then was apprenticed for 4 years to Hydraulic Iron Works, learning 
foundry trade; worked in several shops, and with brother, James, organ- 
ized firm of J. Dwyer & Co., stove founders, in 1861, which became the 
Detroit Stove Works, 1864; sold out in 1869 and went South for health; 
returned in 1871 and with associates established the Michigan Stove Co., 
of which he is still president. He is also director People's State Savings 
Bank, The Michigan Copper and Brass Co., and the Ideal Manufacturing 
Co., Detroit. Catholic in religion. Liberal Democrat in politics. Clubs: 
Detroit, Country. Recreation: Traveling abroad. Office: 1022 JeiTerson 
Av. Residence : 692 Jefferson Av. 

DWYER, John M., secretary Peninsular Stove Co. ; director Se- 
curity Trust Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Office: Peninsu- 
lar Stove Co. Residence : 839 Jefferson Av. 

DWYER, W;lliam A., vice president and general manager The Art 
Stove Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Office: 1549 Russell 
St. Residence: 692 Jefferson Av. 



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DYAR, Ralph Maynard, manufacturer; born, Detroit, June 26, 1874; 
son of John B. and Julia E. (Maynard) Dyar; educated in public schools 
of Detroit; married at Detroit, June 18, 1901, Helen L. Stearns. Began 
active career with the American Radiator Co., Detroit, 1894, continuing 
until 1898; upon death of his father took charge of the family estate and 
continues as manager. President Mexican Crude Rubber Co., Detroit 
Mailing Machine Co., Cochrane-Cobalt Mining Co. ; secretary Trussed 
Concrete Steel Co. ; director, American Radiator Co., National Bank of 
Commerce. Republican. Trustee Village of Grosse Pointe Farms. Clubs : 
Detroit, Country. Recreations : Hunting and fishing. Office : Penobscot 
Bldg., Detroit. Residence: Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich. 

EARLE, Horatio Sawyer, state highway commissioner, manufactur- 
er; born, Mt. Holly, Vt., Feb. 14, 1855; son of Nelson C. and Eliza A. 
(Sawyer) Earle ; educated in district school at Mt. Holly, two terms at 
Black River Academy, Ludlow, Vt., and two terms in drafting, at night 
school, Chicopee Falls, Mass.; married, ist, Mt. Holly, Feb. 15, 1874, 
Agnes L. Lincoln, of Plymouth, Vt. (now deceased) ; again, Chicopee 
Falls, Aug. 23, 1882, Anna M. Keyes. Lived on farm till 19; worked in 
iron foundry, became foreman, inventor, patentee, traveling man; presi- 
dent Sunley Finish Color Co., Detroit; treasurer H. S. Earle Manufac- 
turing Co., Detroit ; sales manager. North Wayne Tool Co., Hallowell 
and North Wayne, Me. Assistant chief fire department, Chicopee Falls, 
1883 ; appointed chairman Michigan L. A. W. Good Roads committee, 
1895, and elected chief consul for Michigan Division, 1898; state sena- 
tor, 1900; president National L. A. W., 1906; chairman Michigan High- 
way Commission, 1901 ; state highway commissioner since 1903 (reap- 
pointed, 1905). President National Convict Labor Good Roads Associa- 
tion; founder American Roadmakers' Association. Mason (32°), Shriner; 
member L O. O. F., Elks, Grange, O. E. S. Clubs: Detroit Wheelmen, 
Torrington (Conn.) Wheelmen. Office: 196 W. Alexandrine Av. Resi- 
dence : 705 4th Av. 

EAST, Caleb Mills, secretary and treasurer Murphy Iron Works; 
born, Ontario, Can., Aug. 29, 1852; son of William and Margaret (Mills) 
East; educated at Park Hill, Ont., Normal School, Toronto, and Trinity 
Medical College; married at Vienna, Can., 1880, Elizabeth Horley. 
Taught school for 5 years in Canada; came to Detroit, 1881, and was 
bookkeeper for 6 years for J. & T. Hurley ; began in manufacturing busi- 
ness, 1888, with the Murphy Iron Works, of which he has been secretary 
and treasurer since 1905 ; also treasurer Murphy Co., Ltd., since its or- 
ganization in 1899. Republican. Methodist. Supreme Finance-keeper 
of International Congress (fraternal order). Recreation: Interested in 
the study and cultivation of plants and shrubbery with a view to beau- 
tifying homes. Office : Foot of Walker St. Residence : 94 Atkinson Av. 

EATHERLY, Florance Darling, lumber manufacturer; born, Cold- 
ingham, Scotland, Nov. 22, 1834; son of John and Isabella (Sherlaw) 



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Eatherly ; came to America, 1850; educated in public schools; married at 
New Milford, Pa., Nov. 19, 1879, Kate K. Moss. Began learning carpen- 
ter's trade at Detroit, 1850, under Hugh Moffat ; entered manufacture of 
lumber, 1852, became partner in firm of Moffat, Eatherly & Co., 1870, and 
has been sole proprietor of the business since death of Mr. Moffat, 1884; 
president and treasurer U. S. Frumentum Co. Republican. Presbyterian. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Mason (32°), Knight Templar, 
Mystic Shriner. Recreation : Farming. Office : 501 Moffat Blk. Resi- 
dence : 636 Jefferson Av, 

EATON, Levi F., president Peninsular Engraving Co. ; born, Wind- 
sor, Vt., Sept. 20, 185 1 ; son of Hezekiah C. and Elizabeth (Damon) Ea- 
ton ; educated in public and private schools ; married at Pomfret, Conn., 
Aug. 28, 1882, Susan Medbury. Began active career as bookkeeper in 
provision house of Meriden, Conn., 1867, and later engaged in provision 
business for himself; entered engraving business at Meriden, 1883, under 
title of the Illustrating Engraving Co., later becoming Eaton & Peck 
Co.; sold out interest to Meriden Gravure Co. and came to Detroit, 1891, 
as foreman of engraving department of Winn & Hammond Engraving 
Co.; organized the Peninsular Engraving Co., 1895, of which has been 
the head since time of organization. Independent Republican. Baptist. 
Vice President Employing Photo Gravure Association ; member Detroit 
Board of Commerce, Employers' Association of Detroit. Mason (32°), 
Shriner. Club: Fellowcraft. Recreation: Motor boating. Office: 73 
Fort St., W. Residence: 50 Atkinson Av. 

EATON, Theodore Horatio, doing business under firm name of 
Theo. H. Eaton & Son, importer and dealer in chemicals and dye stuffs ; 
born, Skaneatles, N. Y., Jan., 1842; son of Theodore H. and Anne Eliza 
(Gibbs) Eaton ; educated in private schools of New York State, Charlier 
University, New York City, and by travel abroad ; married in New Jer- 
sey, 1888, Miss Eliza Walton Clark. Began business career, 1859, in his 
father's chemical and dye house (founded, 1838), was admitted to part- 
nership, 1866, and upon death of his father, 1888, became sole proprietor 
of the business. Director Detroit Iron & Steel Co. ; advisory director 
Security Trust Co. Member Society of Colonial Wars, Society of Co- 
lonial Governors, Huguenot Society of America, Sons of American Revo- 
lution, Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Episcopalian. Clubs: 
Detroit, Country. Recreation : Literature. Office : 26-30 Woodward Av. 
Residence: 484 Jefferson Av, 

EDDY, Frank Woodman, merchant and manufacturer ; born, War- 
saw, N. Y., July 29, 185 1 ; son of Rev. Zachary (D. D.) and Malvina R. 
(Cochran) Eddy ; educated at Round Hill School and public schools, 
Northampton, Mass. ; Collegiate and Polytechnic Institute, Brooklyn, N. 
Y. ; Williams College, Williamstown, Mass.; married at Detroit, Sept, 
10, 1879, Florence Taylor. Began business career in employ of wholesale 
hardware firm of Mulford & Sprague, New York City ; went to California, 
1873, and engaged while there in hardware, newspaper and printing busi- 



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ness; came to Detroit, 1875, and since 1876 has been member of firm of 
H. D. Edwards & Co., rubber goods, mill supplies and ship chandlers. 
Also president National Can Co. ; director Detroit Oak Belting Co., Nel- 
son Baker & Co., Morgan & Wright Rubber Goods Manufacturing Co. 
(N. Y.), Wayne County Savings Bank, Detroit Trust Co. Republican. 
Congregationalist. Mason ; member Delta Psi. Clubs: Detroit (ex-presi- 
dent), Yondotega, Detroit Athletic (ex-president). Automobile, Coun- 
try, Detroit Boat, Caledon Mountain Trout, Big Point, Old Club. Rec- 
reations: Shooting and fishing. Office: 16-24 Woodward Av. Residence: 
2^2 Stimson PI. 

EDDY, William J.; born, Port Oram, N. J., June 16, 1872; son of 
James and Mary (Penluna) Eddy; graduate Ferris Institute, Big Rapids, 
Mich. ; holds teachers' state life certificate diploma ; married at Saginaw, 
Mich., Aug. 20, 1902, Miss Jean B. Claxton. At 12 years of age began 
working on farm, studying common and high school branches without 
a teacher, evenings, and began teaching school at 19; was principal 
Gagetown (Mich.) schools 4 years, and superintendent schools, Cros- 
well, 4 years; entered real estate business at Croswell, Mich., 1905; re- 
moved to Detroit, 1906 ; treasurer Real Estate Trust Co. Republican. 
Episcopalian. Mason ; member Maccabees. Recreation : Study of lan- 
guages. Office: 1014 Chamber of Commerce. Residence: 69 Ash St. 

EDGAR, Clinton Goodloe, merchant; born, Detroit, Dec. 21, 1873; 
son of James and Mary (Goodloe) Edgar; educated in Detroit Seminary; 
Detroit Home and Day School; graduate Michigan Military Academy, 
1892; graduate Cornell University, degree B. Sc, chemistry, 1897; mar- 
ried at Washington, D. C, Dec. 5, 1900, Mary McComas. Began busi- 
ness career with Detroit Gas Works, 1897 ; has been member of firm of 
W. H. Edgar & Son since 1898, sugars, syrups, molasses and glucose. 
Also director First National Bank, Michigan Fire & Marine Insurance 
Co., Hargreaves Manufacturing Co. Member American Chemical So- 
ciety, American Association for the Advancement of Science, Kappa 
Alpha fraternity. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs : Detroit, 
University, Country, Detroit Boat, Automobile. Recreation : Automo- 
biling. Office : 72 Jefiferson Av. Residence : 188 Iroquois Av. 

EDWARDS, Allen Fullton, railway official; born, Crawford, Ga., 
June 14, 1876; son of James M. and Elizabeth (Scudder) Edwards; edu- 
cated in public schools of Memphis, Tenn., private school, Charlotteville, 
Va., and Columbia University; married at Detroit, Jan. 21, 1904, Christine 
Muir Russel. Began active career as cashier in offices of the Yonkers 
Railroad, Yonkers, N. Y., 1896, and became superintendent and general 
superintendent of the road ; went to Petersburg, Va., 1898, as general 
manager of electric light and railway properties ; removed to Detroit, 
1900, to become general manager Toledo & Monroe Railway, also, in 
1900, was made general manager Detroit & Toledo Shore Line R. R., of 
which became receiver, 1902 ; has been purchasing agent Detroit United 
Railway since 1904. President National Pipe and Hose Coupler Co., 



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Monroe Roller Coaster Co. ; treasurer Detroit, Jackson & Chicago Ry. ; 
director Detroit, Monroe & Toledo Short Line Railway, Newport Stone 
Co., Monroe, Piers & Park Resort Co, Republican. Presbyterian, Clubs : 
Detroit, Country, University, Recreations : Golf, shooting and fishing. 
Office: 12 Woodward Av. Residence: 212 Seminole Av. 

EDWARDS, George W., merchant ; born. New Bedford, Mass., July 
20, 1842 ; son of William G, and Emeline (Coffin) Edwards (both born 
in Nantucket, Mass.) ; common school education ; married. New Bed- 
ford, 1866, Harriett P. Brown. Has been engaged in merchandise busi- 
ness since March 12, 1869; senior member firm of H, D. Edwards & Co., 
dealers in rubber goods, mill supplies and ship chandlers. Also vice presi- 
dent Detroit Oak Belting Co. Member Board of Commerce. Republican 
in politics. Presbyterian in religious affiliations ; president board of trus- 
tees Westminster Presbyterian Church. Clubs: Detroit, Old Club of St. 
Clair Flats, Country, Detroit Book. Recreation: Fishing. Office: 18-24 
Woodward Av., Detroit. Residence: 539 Cass Av., Detroit; summer 
residence : Nantucket, Mass, 

EGAN, Frank William, railway official; born, Amboy, 111., Jan. 31, 
1862; son of Frank E. and Ann (Lanihan) Egan ; educated in public 
schools; married at Slater, Mo., June, 1889, Miss Adah Mann. Entered 
railway service as telegraph operator, Chicago & Alton Ry., 1877, and be- 
came train despatcher and chief despatcher same road ; was train des- 
patcher Wabash Ry., 1893-94; trainmaster Kansas, Pittsburg & Gulf 
Ry., 1895-98; trainmaster Grand Trunk R. R., 1898-99, and superintend- 
ent Middle division, 1899-01, and Western division, 1901-02; general su- 
perintendent Denver & Rio Grande Ry., 1902-03, and Colorado & South- 
ern Ry., Jan.-Aug., 1903 ; general manager Fort Worth & Denver City 
Ry., Aug.-Dec, 1903 ; assistant superintendent transportation Grand 
Trunk R. R. at Island Pond, Vt., 1904-05, and superintendent Western di- 
vision same road since Jan. i, 1905. Republican. Catholic. Recreation: 
Hunting. Office: Brush St. Depot. Residence: 123 Forest Av., E, 

EGLE, William; born, Baden Baden, Germany, Mar. 15, 1867; son 
of John and Mary (Schleit) Egle ; educated in Germany; came to the 
United States, 1881 ; married at Detroit, 1894, Miss Elizabeth Zimmer- 
man, Entered United States Army as musician and was stationed at 
Fort Custer, Mont., 1881-91, becoming sergeant ist Cavalry Regiment 
Band ; came to Detroit, 1891 ; invented and patented a china kiln, and 
with his brother, Henry, organized the Egle Brothers Manufacturing 
Co., 1897 (incorporated, 1902), manufacturers of china kilns; has been 
in sole charge of the business since death of his brother, 1904. Also presi- 
dent Eureka Manufacturing Co., manufacturers of manhole doors. Re- 
publican, Recreations: Boating and river diversions. Office: 169-171 
Sylvester Av. Residence : 939 Bellevue Av, 

EISEN, Adolph, architect; born, Switzerland, Mar. 18, 1878; son of 
Gottlieb and Albertine (Leimbacher) Eisen; came to America with par- 



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ents, 1882; educated in public schools of Andrews, Ind. ; married at Chel- 
sea, Mich., Oct. 15, 1905, Lettie Wackenhut. Began studies in Detroit, 
1894; has been member of firm of Mildner & Eisen since Nov. i, 1906. 
Member Architectural League of America, Detroit Architectural Club. 
Member German Evangelical Church. Recreations : Outdoor sports. Of- 
fice: 1018 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 162 Leverette St. 

EKHARDT, August; born, Bavaria, Germany, Apr. 18, 1846; came 
to America, 1854; educated in Canada; married at Cincinnati, O., 1872, 
Miss Matilda Hiler. Learned brewer's trade in Cincinnati, where he 
lived, 1863-72; came to Detroit, 1872, and in 1883 associated with Her- 
man Becker and entered the brewing business on his own account, in- 
corporating, 1891, as Ekhardt & Becker Brewing Co. Republican. Prot- 
estant. Mason. Member Harmonic Society. Office: 482 Orleans St. 
Residence: 212 Sherman St. 

ELDRIDGE, William A.; born, Port Huron, Mich., Oct. 15, 1847; 
son of Gustavus A. and Ellen Eldridge ; common school education ; mar- 
ried at Jefferson, 111., Oct. 15, 1872, Florence Bean. Began active career 
in forwarding and coal business, at Port Huron ; was made freight and 
passenger agent of the Star Line Steamers, Detroit, 1883; became asso- 
ciated with the Parker & Millen Steamboat and Insurance Agency, 1887, 
and has since had charge of its fire insurance department, the firm name 
being changed to Parker Bros., and upon incorporation, 1903, to Parker 
Brothers Co., Ltd., fire and marine insurance, coal, coke and foundry 
supplies, wrecking outfits and cartage agency. Also secretary and treas- 
urer Michigan Association of Fire Insurance Agents. Mason (32°), Shrin- 
er. Club: Detroit Underwriters' (president). Recreations: All outdoor 
sports. Office : 33 Fort St., W. Residence : 748 2nd Av. 

ELLIOTT, Clifford, wholesale grocer ; born in West India Islands, 
Feb. I, 1852; son of John and Rosalin (Smith) Elliott. Began business 
career in employ of Farrington, Campbell & Co., wholesale grocers, and 
has continued with the house through various changes to date ; became 
partner in the business, 1877; the name of the firm was changed to B. F. 
Farrington & Co., and on death of Mr. Farrington, 1882, the title became 
Sinclair, Evans & Elliott, and later, C. Elliott & Co., which has been a 
branch of the National Grocers' Co. since 1902. Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Club: Country. Office: 119 Earned St., W. Residence: 
III Eliot St. 

ELLIOTT, Edgar; born, Detroit, May 2, 1865; son of Richard R. 
and Ellen (McCarthy) Elliott; educated in private school and Detroit 
College ; unmarried. Began active career in employ of the Michigan 
Stove Co., 1883; became connected with the Peninsular Stove Co., 1890; 
was manager Caille Bros. Co., 1904-06; has been director, secretary, 
treasurer and manager of the Sun Stove Co. since June 20, 1906. Clubs: 
Detroit Boat, Commercial, Country. Recreation : Outdoor sports. Of- 
fice: 1305-1319 Bellevue Av. Residence: 57 Piquette Av. 



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ELLIOTT, George H. ; born, Lorain Co., O., Aug. 4, 1862; son of 
Hiram and Amelia (Benson) Elliott; educated in public schools of Lo- 
rain Co. ; married at Bridgeport, O., 1883, Alice M. Chapman. Began 
active career as telegraph operator on the Cleveland, Lorain & Wheel- 
ing Ry. (now part of B. & O. Ry. system) ; was connected with whole- 
sale grocery business at Bridgeport, O., for 8 years, and for 7 years was 
identified with preserving and packing fruits and vegetables, in Wheel- 
ing, W. Va. ; came to Detroit, 1898, and established his present business 
as manufacturers' agent. Methodist. Recreation: Outdoor sports. Of- 
fice : 82 W. Woodbridge St. Residence : 124 Seward Av. 

ELLIS, Griffith Ogden, publisher; born, Urbana, O., Nov. 19, 1869; 
son of Griffith and Jane Hoge (Woods) Ellis ; educated in Urbana pub- 
lic schools, Urbana University, Columbian University and University of 
Michigan; married, Detroit, Apr. 21, 1897, Ellen Winifred Scripps. In 
government service at Washington, 1890-91 ; became connected with the 
Sprague Publishing Co., 1891, and has been vice president of the com- 
pany since 1894; also vice president Sprague's Correspondence School. 
Republican. Presbyterian. Member Beta Theta Pi. Clubs: Detroit 
Boat, Fellowcraft. Office: 733-744 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 30 Kirby 
Avenue, W. 

ELLIS, Robert G. ; born, Ireland, Nov. 25, 1868; son of Kennedy 
and Sarah (Adams) Ellis ; educated in public schools ; came to America, 
1886; married at Detroit, Sept. 2, 1897, Miss Edith E. Baisch. Began 
active career at Detroit in employ of M. M. Stanton, wholesale furnish- 
ings, and spent 7 years in the store and 8 years on the road as traveling 
salesman for the house ; remained with this firm until he began for self 
in 1902 as importer of linens and handkerchiefs. Member Masonic order. 
Knights Templar. Recreation: Outdoor sports. Office: Hodges Bldg., 
121 Jefferson Av. Residence: Jefferson Apts. 

EMERSON, Justin Edwards, physician ; born, Waialua, Oahu, Ha- 
waii, Aug. II, 1841 ; son of Rev. John S. and Ursula Sophia (Newell) 
Emerson ; graduate Williams College, A. B., 1865 (A. M.) ; graduate Har- 
vard Medical School, 1868; married at Kalamazoo, Mich., Dec. 26, 1877, 
Wilimena H. Eliot, A. M., M. D. ; assistant physician Michigan Insane 
Asylum, Kalamazoo, 1870-7; traveled in Europe, 1878-79; in practice in 
Detroit since Oct., 1880; consulting neurologist Harper Hospital, and of 
Children's Free Hospital, Detroit; attending physician St. Joseph's Re- 
treat, Dearborn, Mich. Fellow American Academy of Medicine (presi- 
dent, 1893) ; member American Medico-Psychological Association, Amer- 
ican Medical Association, Michigan State Medical Society, Wayne Coun- 
ty Medical Society, Detroit Academy of Medicine, S. A. R., Detroit 
Association of Charities. Republican. Mason. Member Sons of the 
American Revolution, Society of the Colonial Wars. Club : Old Club. 
Recreations: Study of alphabets of different languages; searching gen- 
ealogies. Address : 128 Henry St. 



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EMMERT, John Harley, auditor ; born, Hedgesville, W. Va., Aug. 
31, 1858; son of John and Louise (Burkhart) Emmert ; educated in pubHc 
schools of Maryland and at Fort Scott, Kan. ; married, Kansas City, Dec. 
6, 1883, Cynthia H. Finney. Began active career at Fort Scott as tele- 
graph operator of the Missouri River, Fort Scott & Gulf Rd., now part 
of the Frisco system, and became assistant to the general manager and 
later division superintendent and general superintendent of the road ; 
was assistant to the president of the Santa Fe, Prescott & Phoenix Ry., 
at Prescott, Ariz., 1899-1905 ; came to Detroit, 1905, and has since been 
auditor of estate of Simon J. Murphy; also auditor and director Simon 
J. Murphy Co., Murphy Power Co., Murphy Heating Co. and Murphy 
Storage & Ice Co. Republican. Member Board of Commerce. Clubs : 
Detroit, Detroit Golf. Recreations: Golf and other outdoor diversions. 
Office: 1225 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 45 Alexandrine Av., E. 

EMMONS, Harold Hunter, lawyer; born, Detroit, June 30, 1875; 
son of Marcus A. and Alma M. Emmons ; graduate Detroit High School, 
classical course, Feb., 1893 ; University of Michigan, degrees of A. B., 
1897, LL. B., 1899; unmarried. Has been engaged in practice in Detroit 
since July i, 1899; member law firm of Maybury, Lucking, Emmons & 
Helfman, originally established 1878, present firm, Jan. i, 1903. Lieuten- 
ant, junior grade, Michigan State Naval Brigade. Republican. Member 
Delta Chi. Club: Detroit Boat. Recreations: Baseball, football, hand- 
ball, tennis and rowing, at different periods. Office: 511 Moffat Blk. 
Residence : 635 2nd Av. 

ENDICOTT, John, treasurer The Newcomb-Endicott Co., wholesale 
and retail dry goods and carpets; born, Beverly, Mass., July 12, 1867; son 
of Robert R. and Anna W. (Sheldon) Endicott; educated at Phillips Ex- 
eter Academy, N. H., and Harvard University, graduating with degree 
of A. B. ; married at Detroit, Aug., 1893, Elizabeth Watson (now de- 
ceased) ; again at Detroit, Aug. 9, 1902, Miss Mary Elizabeth Booth. 
Was with Union Pacific Ry. Co., at Omaha, Neb., and Sioux City, la., 
1889-91 ; came to Detroit, 1891, and became connected as head book- 
keeper with the house with which he has since continued ; admitted as 
member of the firm, 1896, and has been treasurer since incorporation, 
1903. Owner of large stock farm near Birmingham, where he breeds 
Hackney horses. Republican. Unitarian. Recreation: Breeding fine 
horses. Office : 190-206 Woodward Av., Detroit. Residence : Detroit ; 
summer residence : Birmingham, Mich. 

ENGLE, Seth Eldridge, lawyer; born, Sharon, N. Y., Mar. 14, 1840; 
son of Martin and Louisa (Seeley) Engle; educated in Sharon Springs 
up to 1855 ; at Kisco Institute to 1857 ; Lombard University, Galesburg, 
111., to 1861 ; University of Michigan, 1863-64; married, Pittsfield, Mich., 
1866, Amelia A. Crittenden. Enlisted in 17th Michigan Volunteer In- 
fantry, 1862, and was wounded at battle of South Mountain, Sept. 14, 
1862; was in general practice in Washtenaw Co., Mich., 1866-75; re- 
moved to Detroit, 1875, where he has continued in practice alone. Re- 



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publican until nomination of McKinley. Member G. A. R., Knights of 
Pythias, National Union. Recreation: Travel. Office: 705 Whitney 
Opera House Bldg. Residence : 82 Lincoln Av. 

ENGLISH, William R.; born, Adrian, Mich., Feb. 14, i860; son of 
Richard and Catherine (Leonard) English; educated in public schools of 
Adrian ; unmarried. Engaged in farming until 1895, when he removed to 
Milwaukee and remained there for 3 years not engaged in any business ; 
came to Detroit, 1898, and has since been operating in real estate in all 
its branches. Member Detroit Real Estate Exchange. Republican. Mem- 
ber Knights of Maccabees, Knights of Pythias. Recreation : Outdoor 
sports. Office: 905 Chamber of Commerce Bldg. Residence: 468 4th Av. 

EPSTEAN, George G.; born, Detroit, Sept. 21, 1874; son of Isaac 
and Bloome (Epstean) Epstean ; educated in public schools of Detroit, 
1881-88, Detroit Business University, 1890-91 ; married at Detroit, Feb. 5, 
1902, Anna Frankenstein. Began active career as bookkeeper for Mc- 
Laughlin Bros., real estate ; has been in general real estate business on 
his own account since 1892. Secretary Real Estate Board, 1905-06, and 
member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Recreation : Outdoor 
sports. Office: 311 Moffat Blk. Residence: 221 E. Hancock Av. 

ERDMAN, Charles; born, Silesia, Germany, May 14, 1845; educated 
in orphan school in Germany; came to America, 1873; married at Sagi- 
naw, Mich., 1891, Emma Wilhelm. Learned carriage making trade in 
Germany; located in Detroit, 1873; associated with Henry Sievers, 1875, 
as Sievers & Erdman, and organized firm of Sievers & Erdman. Lu- 
theran. Republican. Member Masonic order. Recreation: Music. Of- 
fice: Cor. Jeflferson Av. and Beaubien St. Residence: 81 Erskine St. 

ERICHSEN, Hugo, physician, author ; born, Detroit, June 22, i860 ; 
son of Qaus Detlef and Elise (Ruslaub) Erichsen ; on father's side of 
Danish extraction, on mother's Russian ; educated German-American 
Seminary, Detroit ; Realschule, Kiel, Germany ; Detroit Medical College, 
graduating Mar. 6, 1882; graduate Medical Department, University of 
Vermont, June 26, 1882, and from Royal College of Physicians and Sur- 
geons, Kingston, Ont., 1883. Married at Detroit, June i, 1886, Emma 
Amelia Eggeman. Practiced in Detroit since 1882; city physician, De- 
troit, 1888-90; professor diseases of the brain and nervous system Quincy 
School of Medicine, Medical Department Chaddock College, Quincy, 111., 
1883-85. Assistant editor Detroit Clinic, 1883, and subsequently asso- 
ciate editor Western Medical Reporter; for many years has been con- 
tributor to medical journals and standard popular magazines. Author: 
"Medical Rhymes," St. Louis, 1884; "The Cremation of the Dead," De- 
troit, 1887. Honorary member cremation societies of Milan, Italy, and 
The Netherlands, and of the Detroit Florists' Club. Founder of Michi- 
gan Cremation Association and Detroit Crematorium. Mason. Recrea- 
tions: Amateur photography and gardening. Office: Parke, Davis & 
Co. Residence : 240 Chandler Av. 



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EVERTS, Frank C, real estate; born, Indianapolis, Aug. 2, 1876; 
son of Fred D. and Louise (Snyder) Everts; educated in public schools 
of Indianapolis and Detroit up to 1889; married at Chicago, Apr. 23, 
1898, Elizabeth Weber (now deceased). Began active career in printing 
business with Detroit Evening News, 1890; resigned on account of ill 
health and traveled for one year, locating in Chicago, 1892, and entered 
insurance business ; assistant superintendent Prudential Life Insurance 
Co. until 1898; then manager Insurance Department of George Dreblow 
& Co., real estate, insurance and mortgage bankers, 1898-1900; acted as 
traveling salesman for advertising specialty house for one year and 9 
months and was with National Life Insurance Co. of Des Moines, la., 
selling bonds of the company, with headquarters in Chicago ; returned 
to Detroit, 1904, and became salesman for The Gerard, Stormfeltz, Love- 
ley Co., dealers in all branches of real estate, superintendent, 1905, and 
since Apr. 23, 1907, has been general manager for the company. Repub- 
lican. Member Masonic order. Independent Workmen. Recreation: 
Boating. Office : 76-78 Griswold Bldg. Residence : 28 Fairbanks St. 

EYRE, George F. C. ; born, Brighton, Ont., Can., Oct. 9, 1866; son of 
John and Calista Adelaide Victoria (Stevens) Eyre; educated in public 
schools of Brighton ; Upper Canada College, Toronto, Ont. ; University 
of Michigan, degree of LL. B., 1895 ; married at Detroit, Nov. 6, 1888, 
Ada B. Perry; practiced law at Detroit, 1895-1900; has been president 
American Health and Accident Insurance Co., with head office in De- 
troit, since 1900; also president and treasurer American Casualty Insur- 
ance Co., head office, Buffalo, N. Y. Republican. Protestant. Mason. 
Office : Chamber of Commerce Bldg. Residence : 59 Ledyard St. 

FABER, William Frederic, clergyman; born, Buffalo, N. Y., Feb. 
27, i860; son of Theobald and Caroline W. (Schoenthal) Faber; attended 
public schools and Central High School, Buffalo ; A. B., University of 
Rochester, N. Y., 1880 (D. D., 1905) ; graduate Auburn Theological Sem- 
inary, 1883; A.M., Hobart College, 1898; married at Buffalo, June 26, 
1883, Miss D. Jeannette Kniest (who died, 1895). Ordained minister 
Presbyterian Church, 1883 ; pastor First Presbyterian Church, Westfield, 
N. Y., 1883-92 ; entered Episcopal Church, 1892 ; rector Grace Church, 
Lockport, N. Y., 1893-1905, St. John's Church, Detroit, since 1905. Mem- 
ber Delta Upsilon, Phi Beta Kappa, Royal Arcanum. Author: "Thoughts 
for Thought," "The Church for the Times," "Nobiscum Deus," "Henry 
VIII," and "The Reformation;" also a number of articles and sermons. 
Address: 344 Woodward Av. 

FALES, Bingley Russell, assistant general manager The Edison Il- 
luminating Co. ; born in Ionia Co., Mich., Apr. 25, 1866 ; son of Loren 
C. and Eliza (Russell) Fales; educated in public and high schools of 
Ionia; studied law in office of Alexander F. Bell, Ionia; admitted to the 
bar of Michigan in 1888; married, 1899, Alice Peck, of Minneapolis, 
Minn. Practiced law in Ionia, 1888-90, being elected Circuit Court com- 



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missioner of Ionia County in 1888; in 1890 came to Detroit and continued 
in the practice of law ; in 1899 was appointed an assistant prosecuting at- 
torney of Wayne Co., which position he filled for three years ; in 1902 re- 
signed office and became interested in commercial pursuits, organizing 
the Central Heating Co., of which he became secretary and general man- 
ager; in 1906 was made assistant general manager of The Edison Il- 
luminating Co. Is also president and general manager of the Central 
Station Steam Co. Served 3 years in the Michigan National Guard at 
Ionia, and 9 years in Michigan Naval Reserves at Detroit ; held commis- 
sion as lieutenant of navigation and ordnance at time of resignation ; 
served in Spanish-American War as quartermaster 3d class on U. S. S. 
Yosemite. Republican. Congregationalist. Mason. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce, Detroit Engineering Society. Clubs : Detroit, De- 
troit Boat, Detroit Golf. Office: 18 Washington Av. Residence: 375 
Seminole Av. 

FARMER, Arthur John, map publisher; born, Detroit, Nov. 23, 
1876; son of Silas and Orpha C. (Littlefield) Farmer; educated in De- 
troit High School, 1892-95 ; University of Michigan ; unmarried. Began, 
April I, 1898, as member Silas Farmer & Co., map publishers (estab- 
lished, 1826), of which he is president and treasurer. Also president and 
treasurer The Acme Chemical Co., The Vaux Music Co., The D. R. 
Vaux Co. ; president Self-Copying Stationery Co. Has taken out 8 or 10 
U. S. patents. Member Sons of American Revolution, Delta Upsilon. 
Clubs: Detroit Boat, Detroit Automobile, Country. Recreations: Mo- 
toring and inventing. Office: Farmer Bldg. Residence: 655 2nd Av. 

FARR, Merton E., president and treasurer Detroit Shipbuilding 
Co. ; director Scotten-Dillon Co., McCreery Engineering Co. ; treasurer 
Northway Motor and Manufacturing Co. Member Board of Commerce. 
Club : Detroit. Office : Detroit Shipbuilding Co. Residence : 40 Putnam 
Avenue, 

FARRAND, Jacob S., Jr., wholesale druggist ; born, Detroit, June 
II, 1857; son of Jacob S. and Olive M. (Coe) Farrand; educated in pub- 
lic and high schools of Detroit ; unmarried. Has been engaged in whole- 
sale drug business in Detroit since 1876; secretary and treasurer Farrand, 
Willij-ms & Clark since its incorporation; director Commercial National 
Bank. Republican. Presbyterian. Clubs : Detroit Country, Detroit Rac- 
quet and Curling, Commercial, Bankers'. Recreations : Golf, horseback 
riding and outdoor diversions. Office: 11-18 Earned St., E. Residence: 
457 Woodward Av. 

FARRAND, William R.; born, Detroit, Sept. 9, 1853; son of Jacob 
S. and Olive M. (Coe) Farrand; educated in public schools of Detroit; 
married at Philadelphia, 1876, Cora B, Wallace. Has been treasurer of 
The Farrand Co., manufacturers of pianos, piano-players and organs 
since time of its organization, 1883. Ex-president Board of Estimates; 
ex-member Board of Lighting Commissioners, Detroit. Republican. 



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Presbyterian. Clubs: Country, Old Club. Office: 12th St. and Grand 
Trunk R. R. Residence: The Pasadena. 

FARRELL, Francis R., secretary and general manager Safety Fold- 
ing Bed Co., Ltd.; born, Rochester, N. Y., Jan. 18, 1878; son of Michael 
J. and Elizabeth (O'Neill) Farrell ; educated in Detroit parochial schools 
and Detroit College, graduating, degree of A. B., 1897; married at New- 
port, Mich., June 20, 1906, Nellie Loranger. Began active career in em- 
ploy of the Detroit Copper & Brass Rolling Mills Co., 1897; has been 
secretary and general manager of the Safety Folding Bed Co. since July, 
1905. Democrat. Catholic. Member Knights of Columbus, Knights of 
Equity, A. O. H. Recreation: Baseball. Office: 13-45 Widman PI., cor. 
Harper Av. Residence: 6205^^ Congress St., E. 

FAUROT, John P.; born, Canandaigua, N. Y., July 31, 1857; son of 
James and Sarah (Yerkes) Faurot; educated in public schools of Gene- 
see Co., Mich.; married at Durand, Mich., Aug. 10, 1878, Flora Peck. 
Began in railway service with Grand Trunk Rd., 1871, as night telegraph 
operator, Ionia, Mich., and was continuously identified with the company 
in various capacities for 29 years ; has been commercial agent New York 
Central lines, at Detroit, since 1900. Democrat. Mason, Knight Templar. 
Club: Detroit Transportation. Recreation: Fishing. Office: 219 Ham- 
mond Bldg. Residence: 451 Merrick Av. 

FAY, George Edwards, physician and surgeon ; born, Chicago, May 
3, 1875; son of Benjamin B. and Susan (Robinson) Fay; educated public 
and high school courses, Chicago; B. Sc, University of Michigan, 1899; 
M. D., Medical Department, University of Michigan, 1901 ; married, De- 
troit, Oct., 1905, Theodora Van Der Kar. Member surgical staff Uni- 
versity Hospital, Ann Arbor, 1900-01, and served as interne, 1901-02; 
began practice in Detroit, July, 1902. Republican. Protestant. Member 
Wayne County Medical Society, Michigan State Medical Society, Ameri- 
can Medical Association, Phi Upsilon. Recreation: Motoring. Office: 502 
Washington Arcade. Residence : 28 Ferry Av., W. 

FEE, Robert Lagora, cigar manufacturer; born, Binghamton, N. 
Y., Apr. 2^, 1866; son of Michael and Jane (Quigley) Fee; educated in 
public schools of Binghamton; married at Fowlerville, N. Y., 1901, 
Miss Eva Austin. Learned trade of cigar making at Binghamton; came 
to Detroit, 1886, and acted as traveling salesman for the Detroit Cigar 
Co., and later for the Banner Cigar Co. ; began manufacture of cigars 
on his own account, 1897, under title of the Lagora Fee Co., of which 
is proprietor. Also president of the Fee-Vincent Electric Car Co. and the 
Fee-Bock Auto Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. 
Recreation : Automobiling. Office : 228 Jefferson Av. Residence : Plaza 
Hotel. 

FENDLER, William F., wholesale hats, etc. ; born. New York City, 
Feb. 25, 1867; son of Ferdinand and Anna (Wenzel) Fendler; educated 
in St. John's German School, public schools and Detroit Business Uni- 



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versity; married at Detroit, 1899, Rose Zeuner. Has been a resident of 
Detroit since 1869; began active career in employ of August Rasch & 
Co., tailors; then was connected with H. A. Newland & Co., wholesale 
hats, continuing for 17 years; assisted in organizing wholesale firm of 
G. H. Gates & Co., 1899, and has since been buyer and member of the 
firm. Member German Salesmen's Association. Independent Republican. 
Member Schiller Lodge A. F. & A. M., Washington Lodge L O. O. F. 
Office: 190-192 Jefferson Av. Residence: 271 Seyburn Av. 

FERGUSON, Archibald Willard, manager R. G. Dun & Co. ; born, 
Hamilton, Ont., Nov. 20, 1859; educated at Gait Collegiate Institute and 
Hellmuth College, Ont. Entered employ of R. G. Dun & Co. at Hamil- 
ton, 1877; has been manager at Detroit since 1893. Episcopalian. Mem- 
ber Board of Commerce, Detroit. Mason. Clubs : Detroit, Detroit Coun- 
try, Old Club. Recreation : Outdoor diversions. Office : 3d floor Union 
Trust Bldg. Residence: Pasadena Apts. 

FERRY, Dexter Mason, Jr., secretary D. M. Ferry & Co.; born, 
Detroit, Nov. 22, 1873; son of Dexter M. and Addie E. (Miller) Ferry; 
educated in public schools of Detroit, University of Michigan, and at 
Columbia University, graduating, degree of A. B., 1898. Married, Pitts- 
burg, Oct. I, 1907, Miss Jeannette Hawkins. Began active career with 
National Pin Co. ; was elected secretary D. M. Ferry & Co., seeds, 1899, 
and still continues. Also treasurer National Pin Co. ; director Standard 
Life and Accident Insurance Co., American Harrow Co., Security Trust 
Co., Michigan Savings Bank, and officer and director in many other com- 
panies. President State Board of Education; member Michigan Legis- 
lature, 1901-02 and 1903-04. Republican. Congregationalist. Member 
Delta Kappa Epsilon, Michigan and Columbia University fraternities. 
Clubs: Detroit, Country, University, Detroit Boat (treasurer). Office: 
D. M. Ferry & Co. Residence : 1040 Woodward Av. 

FICK, Levi J., lawyer; born, Liberty, Pa., Nov. 23, 1848; son of 
John and Elizabeth (Brion) Fick ; graduate State Normal School, Mans- 
field, Pa., June, 1873 ; graduate Lafayette College, Pa., Bachelor of Ele- 
ments (B. E.), 1873, B. A., 1880, M. A., later; married at Philadelphia, 
Pa., Sept. 19, 1881, Elizabeth Shenton (now deceased) ; again, Corry, Pa., 
Oct. 28, 1905, Izora V. Hall. Earned money to pay his way through 
college by teaching school ; was principal of academy at New London, 
Pa., 1880-81 ; removed to Michigan and entered Law Department, Uni- 
versity of Michigan, was admitted to the bar, 1883, and began practice 
at Detroit, where he has since continued. Democrat. Member Palestine 
Lodge, F. & A. M. (trustee) ; Peninsular Chapter, Royal Arch Masons; 
Columbus Lodge No. i, Columbian League (Commander), Club: Du- 
rand (treasurer). Recreation: Literature. Office: 202 Whitney Opera 
House Blk. Residence : 350 W. Alexandrine Av. 

FIELD, George Samuel, lawyer; born New York City, Mar. 22, 
1869; son of William F. and Rebecca (Johnston) Field; graduate Corun- 



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na (Mich.) High School, 1892; University of Michigan, Law Department, 
degree of LL. B., 1895. Married at Perry, Mich., Feb. 2, 1897, Amy E. 
Morrice. Began practice at East Jordan, Mich., 1895 ; removed to De- 
troit, 1895 ; member law firm of Barbour & Field. Director and attorney 
Citizens' Savings Bank. Formerly circuit commissioner Charlevoix Co., 
city attorney, member Board of Education, alderman Sixth ward, city 
of Detroit. Republican. Congregationalist. Member Palestine Lodge, 
F. & A. M. ; Royal Arcanum. Recreations: Baseball and boating. Of- 
fice: 30 Buhl Blk. Residence: 1107 Brooklyn Av. 

FILER, Frank; born, Manistee, Mich., Aug. 21, 1854; son of Delos 
L. and Juliette (Golden) Filer; educated in public schools of Manistee; 
married at Ludington, Mich., 1883, Myrtle L. Carter. Began active ca~ 
reer in lumber business at Ludington, 1872; was member of firm of Gibbf. 
& Filer, and later Cartier & Filer, lumber dealers; was proprietor for 13 
years of Ludington Electric Light and Power Co. ; removed to Detroit, 
fall of 1901, and became associated with the Standard Tie Co., 1902, of 
which he has since been president. Director Citizens' Savings Bank, 
Detroit. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Ex-alder- 
man, Ludington. Congregationalist. Member Masonic order (32°), 
Knight Templar, Shriner. Clubs: Detroit, Country, Detroit Automobile. 
Recreations: Horses and automobiling. Office: 1217 Chamber of Com- 
merce. Residence: 25 W. Canfield Av. 

FINCH, Edward Brush, manufacturer; born. Holly, Mich., Oct. 16, 
1872; son of Nathaniel A. and Mary (Hadley) Finch; educated in Owos- 
so (Mich.) High School and University of Michigan, class 1896; married 
at Detroit, Jan. 17, 1900, Miss May Pungs. Began manufacture of bi- 
cycles and automobiles, as E. B. Finch & Co., 1897; then became secre- 
tary and treasurer of the Pungs-Finch Auto & Gas Engine Co., which 
positions he still holds ; has been manager of technical department of 
the Packard Motor Car Co. since July, 1906. President American Nov- 
elty Co. ; secretary Avon Realty Co. Ex-member Michigan National 
Guard and Michigan Naval Reserves. Presbyterian. Member Sigma 
Alpha Epsilon. Clubs: Detroit Boat, Detroit Automobile. Recreations: 
Motoring, boating. Office: Packard Motor Car Co. Residence: 1232 
Woodward Av. 

FINCK, Leon C, superintendent of stock, finishing and shipping di- 
vision, main laboratories of Parke, Davis & Co., Detroit; also first vice 
president Detroit Regalia Co. ; born in Sodus, Wayne Co., N. Y., Oct. i, 
i860; son of David and Mary (Fitzsimmons) Finck; attended public 
schools in Syracuse, N. Y. ; married, at Detroit, Nov. 25, 1902, Miss Mary 
Shaughnessy. Entered the pharmacy of Brown & Dawson, Syracuse, 
N. Y., at the age of 13 years, was advanced to leading prescription clerk 
and held that position until 1880; resigned and moved to Detroit; was 
appointed to a position in the laboratories of Parke, Davis & Co. in 
July, 1880; appointed foreman of Extract Department when 21 years 
old ; foreman of General Pharmaceutical Department 9 years ; manager 



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of Digestive Ferment Department several years ; head of Control De- 
partment and assistant superintendent 10 years; member and secretary 
of Board of Control governing Main Laboratories, 6 years ; 28 years with 
Parke, Davis & Co. Chief of Parke, Davis & Co's Fire Department, in 
which he has served as an officer during 25 years; professor of practical 
pharmacy, Detroit College of Medicine, 1891-92 ; registered pharmacist. 
Member Board of Managers Michigan Society Sons of American Revolu- 
tion ; member Society of Colonial Wars, and several other historical so- 
cieties. Recreations : Baseball pitcher, expert trick rider on high bi- 
cycle, etc. ; now divides leisure between driving automobile, genealogical 
research and library. Office: Parke, Davis & Co., Laboratories, Resi- 
dence: 145 Orleans St. 

FINCK, William Muir; born, Lyons, N. Y., June 25, 1854; son of 
David and Mary (Fitzsimmons) Finck ; educated in public schools of 
Syracuse, N. Y. ; married at Buffalo, N. Y., June 16, 1899, Katherine 
Rheinor. Came to Detroit, 1876; began manufacture of overalls as part- 
ner of firm of Fitzsimmons & Finck, 1886, continuing until 1891 ; mem- 
ber of firm of Hamilton Carhartt & Co., 1891-02, and since Apr., 1902, 
president and secretary of W. M. Finck & Co., manufacturers of over- 
alls. Recreations: Automobiling, fine arts. Office: 1160 Gratiot Av. 
Residence : 145 Van Dyke Av. 

FINN, Albert Henry, treasurer and manager The Franklin Press ; 
born, St. Clair, Mich., June 15, 1862; son of Rev. Silas and Cynthia (Ea- 
ton) Finn ; educated in public schools and Kalamazoo College ; married, 
Detroit, June 30, 1886, Katherine Scott. Began active career as clerk in 
general store at Royal Oak, Mich. ; established, 1879, the Royal Oak 
Midget, of which he was editor and proprietor; removed the business to 
Capac, Mich., 1879, ^"^ there published the Capac Argus; later became 
editor and publisher of the Fort Gratiot Sun and the Port Huron Trib- 
une; came to Detroit, 1890, as advertising manager of The Detroit Jour- 
nal, and became business manager and assistant general manager, retiring 
with change of ownership; was connected with The Chicago Tribune, 
1901 ; returned to Detroit, 1902, and bought The Christian Herald, of 
which he was editor and publisher for 4 years ; established The Franklin 
Press, publishers and printers, 1903, and also bought The Pilgrim, a 
magazine published in Battle Creek, Mich., which he moved to Detroit 
and became its editor and publisher. Independent Republican. Baptist; 
trustee North Baptist Church ; member National Council Baptist Broth- 
erhood. Member Detroit Board of Commerce, Sons of American Revo- 
lution. Mason. Recreations : Golf, fishing, traveling. Office : 39-45 Con- 
gress St., W. Residence : 120 Virginia Av. 

FINN, John, contractor; born. Queen's Co., Ireland, May 2, 1853; 
son of George and Frances (Carroll) Finn; came to America at 18; edu- 
cated in public schools of Ireland and Detroit ; married at Brighton, 
Mich., 1880, Miss Margaret Russell. Began career in Detroit in employ 
of William Carpenter, learning the bricklaying trade, 1873 > ^^^ erected 



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many buildings in Detroit. Independent in politics. Catholic. President 
Builders' Exchange; member Detroit Board of Commerce. Recreation: 
Reading. Office: 12-13 Peninsular Bldg. Residence: 140 Chandler Av. 

FISHER, Robert L., wholesale millinery; born, Detroit, Sept. 6, 
1872; son of Albert C. and Frances (Guerin) Fisher; educated in public 
schools of Detroit; married at Birmingham, Mich., Feb. 22, 1897, Miss 
Stella Rundel. Began active career in jewelry business, continuing 1890 
98 ; has been secretary and treasurer of the Mitchell-Moody-Garton Co., 
wholesale milliners, etc., since 1898. Director Detroit Wholesalers' As- 
sociation. Club: Commercial. Office: 158-160 Jefferson Av. Residence: 
46 Gladstone Av. 

FISK, William T., manufacturer; born, Detroit, Nov, 12, 1870; son 
of William J. and Emma (Fillery) Fisk; educated in Detroit public 
schools. Olivet College and Detroit Business University ; married at 
Marshall, Mich., 1895, Miss Grace Ackerson. Engaged in shoe manufac- 
turing business, 1893-03 ; has been chairman The Casket Hardware Man- 
ufacturing Co. since 1903. Episcopalian. Member Masonic order, Knights 
Templar, Recreation: Reading. Office: 818-820 Warren Av., W. Resi- 
dence : 326 Calumet Av. 

FITZPATRICK, William George, lawyer; born, Hoyt's Corners, 
O., Nov. 29, 1875; son of Edward and Catherine (Kennedy) Fitzpatrick; 
educated in public schools of Saginaw Co., Mich. ; St. Mary's Seminary, 
Saginaw, 1883; Sacred Heart Academy, Au Sable, Mich., 1885-90; De- 
troit Business University, 1893-94; Detroit College of Law, 1895-97; de- 
gree of LL. B., 1897; married at Detroit, June 26, 1901, Katherine Eliza- 
beth Farnam, Began reading law in office of Hon. T. E. Tarsney, 1894; 
became member of firm as Tarsney & Fitzpatrick, 1898, which still con- 
tinues. Member Detroit Bar Association, Michigan State Bar Associa- 
tion. Democrat. Catholic. Member Knights of Columbus, Knights of 
Equity. Club : North Channel, Recreations : Hunting and fishing. Of- 
fice: 404-406 Whitney Bldg, Residence: 145 Blaine Av. 

FIXEL, Arthur Ellis, lawyer ; born, Saginaw, E. S., Mich., Feb. 22, 
1885; son of Adolphus and Bertha (Klein) Fixel ; educated in public 
schools of Saginaw, 1890-98; Saginaw E. S. High School, 1898-1900; 
graduate Detroit Central High School, 1900-02 ; Law Department, Uni- 
versity of Michigan, 1902-05, graduating, LL. B., 1905 ; unmarried. Has 
practiced in Detroit since June, 1905. Member Harmonic Society, Alum- 
ni Association University of Michigan. Office: 503 Hammond Bldg. 
Residence : 557 3rd Av. 

FLINN, Elisha H.; born, Riga, N. Y,, Dec. 16, 1843; son of James 
R. and Mary A. (Harmon) Flinn ; educated in public and private schools 
of Le Roy, N. Y. ; married, Detroit, Sept. 21, 1871, Samantha Whitwood. 
Studied law and was admitted to the bar in Detroit, 1868; practiced un- 
til 1885, when he and G, O, Robinson withdrew to devote their attention 
to private interests; has been an extensive operator in iron and timber 



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interests, as member of firm of Robinson & Flinn, since 1871. Also pres- 
ident Farrand Co. ; vice president Old Detroit National Bank ; director 
Wayne County Savings Bank, Detroit Trust Co., Pacific Lumber Co., 
F. A. Thompson Co. ; president Lake Superior Iron & Chemical Co. ; 
trustee Grace Hospital. Republican. Presbyterian. Clubs: Detroit, 
Country, Huron Mountain. Recreations : Trout fishing and golf. Of- 
fice: 1220 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 27 Putnam Av. 

FLINN, James Harmon, lawyer; born, Detroit, Mar. 25, 1874; son 
of Elisha Herbert and Samantha (Whitwood) Flinn ; educated at Uni- 
versity of Michigan and Detroit Law School; married, New York City, 
Nov. 10, 1906, Miss Ethel Garrettson. Admitted to bar, 1899, at Detroit ; 
director Citizens' Savings Bank, Hayes Manufacturing Co. ; director and 
secretary National Toothpick Co. Member Board of Commerce. Repub- 
lican. Member Psi Upsilon. Clubs: Detroit, Country, Automobile, De- 
troit Boat, University. Recreation: Boating. Office: 1220 Penobscot 
Bldg. Residence: 216 Seminole Av. 

FLINTERMANN, Johann, physician; born, Amsterdam, Holland, 
Sept. 26, 1840; son of Rudolph and Margaretha (Regenbogen) Flinter- 
mann ; educated in public and Latin schools of Schuettorf, Hanover, Ger- 
many, Gymnasium at Lingen, and Gottingen University, graduating, M. 
D., Mar. i, 1864; passed examination for license to practice, 1864, City of 
Hanover; married at Gottingen, Germany, May 21, 1867, Doretta Schae- 
fer. Came to America, June 23, 1867, and has practiced in Detroit since 
June 28, 1867. President Board of Health, City of Detroit, 1881 ; presi- 
dent Medical and Library Association, 1893-94. Member Wayne County 
Medical Society, Detroit Academy of Medicine, American Medical As- 
sociation, honorary member Michigan State Medical Society. Mason, 
member Schiller Lodge, F. & A. M. Recreations : Literature and philoso- 
phy. Office and residence : 368 Woodward Av. 

FLOWERS, Charles, lawyer ; born, Bucks Co., Pa., Dec. 14, 1845 ; 
son of Joseph and Sarah (Pickering) Flowers ; educated in public schools, 
Concord Seminary, Delaware Co., Pa., 1861 ; Fort Edward Collegiate In- 
stitute, Fort Edward, N. Y., 1864-65. Married at Chester, Pa,, June 30, 
1868, Mary E. de Normandie. Was stenographer and official reporter cir- 
cuit court, Detroit, 1868-81 ; circuit court commissioner, 1881-84; corpora- 
tion counsel, Detroit, 1896-1900; fire commissioner, 1894-98. In practice 
of law since 1879. Republican as to politics. Quaker in religious belief. 
Member B. P. O. E. Clubs : Fellowcraft, Harmonic. Office : 300 Moffat 
Bldg. Residence : 43 Chandler Av. 

FLYNN, William Henry, lawyer; born in Huron Co., Mich., Oct. 21, 
1866; son of Edward and Matilda (Barnum) Flynn; educated in public 
schools of Saginaw, Mich., Detroit Business University and Detroit 
College of Law, LL. B., 1896; married at Bad Axe, Mich., Nov. 4, 1889, 
Catherine A. Miller. Learned blacksmith's trade in his father's shop 
in Huron Co. and became proprietor of a shop at Ubly, Mich. ; began 



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practice of law in Detroit in offices of Thomas S. Jerome and Gen. 
Henry M. Duffield; has been member firm of Flynn & Sevald since 
April, 1900. Republican. Member Wayne County Bar Association. 
Deputy Grand Master, I. O. O. F. Office: 614 Union Trust Bldg. 
Residence : 30 Cameron Av. 

FOLEY, Right Reverend John Samuel, R. C. Bishop of Detroit; 
born, Baltimore, Nov. 5, 1833 ; son of Mathew and Elizabeth (Murphy) 
Foley; graduate St. Mary's College, 1850; studied in St. Mary's Eccle- 
siastical Seminary, Baltimore, and at the Roman Seminary; ordained 
priest, by Cardinal Patrizzi, 1856. Rector St. Bridget's, Baltimore ; six 
years at Ellicott City, Md. ; then in Baltimore as assistant pastor St. 
Peter's ; founder and pastor St. Martin's, Baltimore ; was active in 
establishing new schools, in developing St. Joseph's House of Industry, 
Sisters of the Good Shepherd, etc. Has been Bishop of the Diocese 
of Detroit since 1888. Address: 31-33 Washington Blvd. 

FOLSOM, Robert M.; born, Worcester, Mass., Dec. 26, 1871 ; son 
of William H. and Mary J. (Boswell) Folsom ; educated in grammar 
school, Worcester; married at Detroit, June 25, 1897, Nettie Metcalf. 
Began active career as office man and bookkeeper, Worcester Corset 
Co., September, 1887 ; became weighmaster Lake Superior Smelting 
Co., Dollar Bay, Mich., August, 1894; has been secretary and treasurer 
American Vapor Stove Co., manufacturers of gasoline burners and 
stoves, Detroit, since January, 1902, Also secretary and treasurer 
American Hydrogen-Burner Co. Member Detroit Commercial Club. 
Republican. Universalist. Recreation : Collecting postage stamps. 
Office: 18 E. Atwater St. Residence: 1020 Brush St. 

FORBES, Edwin Bannister, physician; born, Lowell, Mass., May 
20, 1874; son of William and Irene (Pierce) Forbes; educated in public 
schools of Lawrence, Mass. ; student Phillips Academy, Andover, Mass., 
three years; M. D., Harvard University Medical School, 1897; post- 
graduate work, Vienna, Austria, 1898-99, and at Woman's Hospital, 
Buda Pest, 1899; married at Detroit, Nov. 22, 1899, Janette Fisher. 
Has practiced in Detroit since 1900; county physician Wayne Co., 1904- 
1908. Republican. Episcopalian. Member American Medical Asso- 
ciation, Michigan State and Wayne County Medical societies. Mason., 
Member New England Society. Clubs : Detroit Boat, Fellowcraft 
(treasurer). Harvard Club of Michigan (director). Recreation: Auto- 
mobiling. Office: 17 Grand Circus Bldg. Residence: 94 Palister Av. 

FORBUSH, William Byron, clergyman ; born, Springfield, Vt., 
Feb. 20, 1868; son of Rufus Orestes and Eliza Ann (Spencer) Forbush ; 
graduate Springfield High School; A. B., Dartmouth College, 1888: 
graduate Union Theological Seminary, New York, 1892; Ph. D., New 
York University, 1892; Litt. D., Hanover College, 1895; married at New 
York City, Nov. 29, 1890, Maud Muller Barden. Pastor Woodward Av. 
Congregational Church since 1906. Republican. President General 



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Alliance of Workers with Boys; director Detroit Recreation League, 
D'Arcambal Farm School ; trustee Franklin Street Settlement ; member 
Detroit Board of Commerce. Author: The Boy Problem (6th edition), 
Boston, 1901 ; Travel Lessons in the Life of Jesus, New York, 1904; 
The Boys' Life of Christ (2d edition), New York, 1905; Ecclesiastes in 
the Metre of Omar, Boston, 1906. Office: Woodward Av, Cong'l 
Church. Residence : 706 2d Av. 

FORD, Emory Leyden; born. New Albany, Ind., Jan, 3, 1876; son 
of Emory Low and Ella L (Neat) Ford; graduate Princeton University, 
degree of B. S., 1896; widower. Began business career as chemist 
Michigan Alkali Co., manufacturers of heavy chemicals, 1896, became 
purchasing agent and since 1900 has been secretary and treasurer of 
the company. Also vice president J. B. Ford Co., Anderson Forge and 
Machine Co. ; director Franklin Steamship Co., Fremont Steamship 
Co., Old Detroit National Bank. Republican. Presbyterian. Member 
Masonic order (32°), Knight Templar. Clubs: Detroit, University, 
Country, Detroit Boat, Old Club, Detroit Racquet and Curling, Auto- 
mobile, Recreations: Yachting and Automobiling. Office: 814 Ma- 
jestic Bldg. Residence: 33 E, Kirby Av. 

FORD, Henry; born, Greenfield, Mich., July 30, 1863; son of Wil- 
liam and Mary (Litegott) Ford; educated in district school, Greenfield; 
married at Greenfield, Apr. 11, 1888, Clara J. Bryant. Came to Detroit, 
1887; formerly chief engineer Edison Illuminating Co. ; has been engaged 
in manufacture and sale of automobiles as the Ford Motor Co. since 
Mar. 16, 1903. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Mason. Clubs: 
Fellowcraft, Automobile Club of America, New York Automobile Club. 
Recreations : Automobiling and hunting. Office : Cor. Piquette and 
Beaubien Sts. Residence : 145 Harper Av. 

FORD, John Battice, vice president and general manager Michigan 
Alkali Co.; born, New Albany, Ind., Oct. 25, 1866; son of Edward and 
Mittie (Penn) Ford; educated at Western University of Pennsylvania, 
Pittsburgh, and Harvard University, special course and Law School, 
1888; married at Sandusky, O., 1895, Miss Helen Sloane. Began busi- 
ness career as treasurer of the Pittsburgh Plate Glass Co., Pittsburgh, 
Pa., 1888, continuing until 1893 ; came to Wyandotte, Mich,, with his 
grandfather, 1893, and founded the Michigan Alkali Co., manufacturers 
of heavy chemicals, with which he has since been identified ; located in 
Detroit, 1893. President J. B. Ford Co., Huron Portland Cement Co. ; 
vice president Edward Ford Plate Glass Co., Toledo, O. ; director Old 
Detroit National Bank, Security Trust Co., Michigan Savings Bank, 
etc. Member Board of Commerce. Republican. Episcopalian. Clubs: 
Detroit, Country, Automobile, Detroit Curling and Racquet. Recre- 
ations: Automobiling and golf. Office: 814 Majestic Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 1730 Jefferson Av. 

FORD, Walter Buhl, secretary and treasurer Menzies Shoe Co.; 
born, Detroit, Sept. 22, 1873; son of James H. and Frederica (Buhl) 



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Ford ; educated in public schools of Detroit, Yale University, graduating, 
B. A., 1896, and Yale Law School, degree of LL. B., 1898; unmarried! 
Has been secretary and treasurer of the Menzies Shoe Co., manufac- 
turers of shoes, since 1902. Clubs: Detroit, University, Yondotega, 
Country. Recreation: Outdoor sports. Office: Menzies Shoe Co' 
Residence: 1017 W. Fort St. 

FORD, Walter D., physician; born, Peru, Ind., Dec. 10, 1877; son 
of Lafayette and Lou (Johnson) Ford; educated in Detroit public 
schools to 1895 and Detroit College of Medicine, degree of M. D., 1899 ; 
married at Detroit, June 17, 1902, Clara Madeline Deane. Has practiced 
in Detroit since May, 1899. Member Wayne County and Michigan 
State Medical societies, American Medical Association. Recreation: 
Aquatic sports. Office: 1022 3d Av. Residence: 274 Kirby Av., w! 

FORLER, Henry C. L., lawyer; born, Niles, Mich., Oct. 19, 1874; 
son of George K. and Catherine (Smith) Forler; educated in public 
schools of Niles and Detroit College of Law, graduating, LL. B., 1901 ; 
married at Detroit, June 24, 1903, Isabel Nesbitt. Was in office of 
Judge Alfred J. Murphy previous to graduating in law ; has since been 
in general practice. Democrat. Member Detroit Bar Association. 
Office: 37 Buhl Blk. Residence: 96 Pitcher St. 

FORMAN, Thomas; born, Lafayette, Ind., Aug. 7, 1853; son of 
George S. and Emma (Learning) Forman ; educated in public and high 
schools of Lafayette, Ind.; married at Petoskey, Mich., 1893, Miss 
Minnie Hankey. Came to Detroit, 1879, and entered into partnership 
with Charles Dickerson, firm Dickerson & Co., hatters; removed to 
Petoskey in 1882 and became manager of the Pine Lake Lumber Co. ; 
entered lumber business on own account 1893, and incorporated as the 
Thomas Forman Co., lumber and hardwood flooring, of which is presi- 
dent and manager. Republican. Presbyterian. Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Office: Gregory and Fort Sts. Residence: 30 W. 
Forest Av. 

FOSTER, Edward D., president Standard Savings and Loan Asso- 
ciation; born, Scio, Mich., May 12, 1838; son of Dwight C. and Alma J. 
(Seymour) Foster; married at Detroit, 1871, Miss Marian Langley. 
Has been a resident of Detroit since June 23, 1854; began active career 
as clerk in hardware store, Detroit; at close of five years engaged in 
sale of leather and findings under title of Mumford, Foster & Co., con- 
tinuing, 1863-88, and as E. D. Foster & Co., 1888-97; retired from active 
participation in mercantile business, 1897, and has since devoted his 
attention to the Standard Savings and Loan Association. Republican. 
Congregationalist. Member A. O. U. W., National Fraternal Union. 
Office: 45 McGraw Bldg. Residence: 124 Charlotte Av. 

FOWLER, George Barber, lawyer; born, Enfield, Conn., June 25, 
1867; son of Royal A. and Ellen H. (Barber) Fowler; graduate Hart- 
ford (Conn.) High School, 1884; B. A., Yale University, 1888, LL. B., 



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1890; married at Detroit, May 18, 1899, Grace M. Filer. Practiced in 
Hartford, 1890-99, associating with Judge Charles H. Briscoe and James 
P. Andrews; removed to Detroit, 1899, and has since been junior 
member of the firm of McDonald & Fowler; president McCreery Engi- 
neering Co. Republican. Episcopalian. Member Detroit Bar Asso- 
ciation, Hartford (Conn.) County Bar. Mason, Knight Templar (Wash- 
ington Commandery No. i, Hartford, Conn.). Clubs: Detroit, Uni- 
versity, Country (Detroit); Yale (New York). Recreation: Outdoor 
sports. Office: 715 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 36 Canfield Av., W. 

FOX, Harry Joseph, cashier Central Savings Bank; born, Detroit, 
Sept. 21, 1871 ; son of Martin and Matilda (Van de Zandt) Fox; edu- 
cated in public schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, Jan. 29, 1896, 
Agnes Barium. Began active career as bookkeeper in employ of the 
Peninsular Savings Bank, 1888; became assistant cashier of the Home 
Savings Bank, 1890; has been cashier Central Savings Bank since Jan. i, 
1900. Roman Catholic. Member Knights of Columbus, Maccabees, 
Catholic Mutual Benefit Association. Recreation : Athletics. Office : 
Majestic Bldg. Residence: 34 Farnsworth Av. 

FRANCIS, John Miller, chemist; born, Jacksonville, Ala., Oct. 25, 
1867; son of Miller W. and Julia (Clark) Francis; educated in public 
schools of Alabama and University of Alabama, degree of M. A., 1887; 
post-graduate course at Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, 1889-90; 
married, Tuscaloosa, Ala., 1891, Evie E. Harris. Adjunct professor of 
chemistry, University of Alabama, 1887-92 ; chemist for Parke, Davis 
& Co. since 1892, and chief chemist since August, 1904. Republican. 
Presbyterian. Member American Association for the Advancement of 
Science, American Chemical Society, American Pharmaceutical Asso- 
ciation, Society of Detroit Chemists. Office: Parke, Davis & Co. 
Residence : 240 Seyburn Av. 

FRANKLIN, Leo M., clergyman; born, Cambridge City, Ind., 
Mar. 5, 1870; son of Michael H. and Rachel (Levy) Franklin; attended 
public schools and Hughes High School, Cincinnati, graduating from 
the latter, with honors, 1888; LL. B., University of Cincinnati, 1892, 
also winner of Beta Kappa Key ; received degree of Rabbi, Hebrew 
Union College, 1892; married at Chicago, July 15, 1896, Hattie M. Ober- 
felder. Rabbi Jewish Church, Omaha, Neb., 1892-99, Temple Beth El, 
Detroit, since January, 1899. President Hebrew Union College Alumnae 
Association ; chairman editorial board of Young Israel, a magazine for 
Jewish religious schools ; member Fine Arts Society, Achseological 
Society, and director of many social, civic and philanthropic organiza- 
tions ; an active worker in promotion of model tenement house move- 
ment. Member Phi Beta Kappa. Club: Phoenix. Office: Temple 
Beth El. Residence: 71 Brainard St. 

FRANKLIN, Wallace; born, Cowlesville, N. Y., Mar. 22, 1847; 
son of William T. and Elizabeth (Austin) Franklin; educated in public 



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schools, Erie County Academy, Alden, N. Y., and Alexander Academy, 
Alexander, N. Y. Began active career as traveling representative Buf- 
falo Scale Co. ; removed to Grand Rapids, Mich., 1882, as Michigan rep- 
resentative of Fairbanks, Morse & Co. ; has been manager at Detroit 
for Westinghouse, Church, Kerr & Co., engineers, since 1897. Secretary 
and assistant treasurer Grand Rapids, Grand Haven & Muskegon Ry. 
Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce, Hoo-Hoo, Mason. Clubs: 
Detroit, Peninsular. Office : 1018 Penobscot Bldg. Residence : 26 
Lathrop Av. 

ERASER, Elisha Alexander, lawyer; born, Bow^manville, Ont., Can., 
Mar. 13, 1837; son of Rev. Niram A. and Elizabeth (Fletcher) Eraser; 
attended Baldwin Institute, Berea, O., 185 1 ; Oberlin College, 1852-56; 
University of Michigan, graduating, degree of A. B., 1863, honorary 
degree of A. M. conferred by same university, 1866; married at Detroit, 
Dec. 24, 1863, Maude J. Lymburner. Began practice of law at Battle 
Creek, Mich., 1873; was city attorney, Battle Creek, 1875-76; has been 
in practice in Detroit since 1876; professor Detroit College of Law since 
1892, lecturing on contracts, constitutional law and international law. 
Presbyterian ; ruling elder in Fort Street Presbyterian Church, Detroit, 
since 1877 ; delegate to General Assembly Presbyterian Church in the 
United States of America, New York City, 1889 and 1904, and member 
judicial committee, both sessions; selected, 1900, as member of commit- 
tee for revising creed of said church, and so acted until adoption of 
report of committee, 1904; chosen to represent the Presbyterian Church 
in U. S. of America at Pan-Presbyterian Alliance, Liverpool, Eng., June, 
1904, and by request delivered a popular address before the alliance on 
"Christianity and National Expansion." Republican. Recreation : Out- 
door sports. Office: 16-17 McGraw Bldg. Residence: 1054 4th Av. 

FRASER, William A., president Detroit Brass Works. Member 
Detroit Board of Commerce. Office: 1304 Brooklyn Av. Residence: 
703 Trumbull Av. 

FRAZER, Allan Howard, lawyer; born, Detroit, Jan. 26, 1859; son 
of Thomas and Cecilia (Clancy) Frazer; educated Detroit public schools 
and University of Michigan, graduating, degree of Ph. B., 1881 ; married 
at Detroit, Jennie Palmer. Admitted to the bar, 1882; in general prac- 
tice since, except while prosecuting attorney Wayne Co. Republican. 
Was assistant prosecuting attorney Wayne Co., 1889-90; elected prose- 
cuting attorney, 1892, and reelected three times, declining renomination 
for fifth term in order to return to general practice of law. Widely 
noted for aggressiveness against lawbreakers ; 566 cases on the docket 
when he entered office, 1893 ; within two years broke up the Considene 
gang of criminals that had been operating in defiance of law, in Detroit, 
for fifteen years, and sent the leader to prison. Clubs : Detroit Boat, 
Michigan. Office: Hammond Bldg. Residence: 1986 Woodward Av. 

FREER, Charles Lang, capitalist; born at Kingston, N. Y., 1856; 
son of Jacob R. and Phoebe Jane (Townsend) Freer; educated in public 



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schools, Ulster Co., N. Y. (A. M., University of Michigan) ; unmarried. 
Was engaged in railway service and manufacturing in Detroit ; now 
retired. Connoisseur in art; director American Academy in Rome. 
Clubs: Grolier, Players (New York); Caxton (Chicago); Copley So- 
ciety (Boston) ; Yondotega, Witenagemote, Detroit, University, Lake 
St. Clair Fishing and Shooting (Detroit). Office: Union Trust Bldg. 
Residence : 33 Ferry Av. 

FRENSDORF, Edward, wool, grain and seeds; born, Hudson, 
Mich., November, 1863; son of Louis and Caroline (Rosenfield) Frens- 
dorf; educated in public schools and two years at Walnut Hills Aca- 
demy; unmarried. Began active career at 18 with his father; was 
given interest in firm at 21 and has since devoted his attention mainly 
to enlarging the business of L. Frensdorf & Son, founded 1857; now the 
largest wool buyer in Michigan and operating nine grain elevators 
(senior member and principal owner of firm). Also president Globe 
Fence Co., Neptune Paint Co. ; vice president Detroit Times Co. ; direc- 
tor Western Shoe Co., Toledo, Boies State Bank, First State Bank, 
Hillsdale, Mich. Served three terms as member city council of Hudson 
and two terms as mayor. Mason (32°), Shriner; member Knights of 
Pythias. Recreation : Horses. Office : Detroit. Residence, Hudson, 
Mich. 

FREUD, Leopold, real estate and securities; born in Hungary, 
Sept. 26, 1848; son of Marcus and Josephine (Levy) Freud; came to 
America, 1857; educated in Detroit public schools and Detroit Business 
University; married at Detroit, 1881, Hanna Sittig. Began active career 
in general merchandise business owned by his father in the copper 
country; established in business for self at age of 25, at Cliflf Mine, 
Keweenaw Co. (L. S.), Mich.; sold out in 1878 and removed to Detroit, 
where he has since been engaged in real estate and investment securities. 
Stockholder Peoples State Bank. Republican. Member Temple Beth El. 
^lember Detroit Board of Commerce, Detroit Municipal League. Mason 
(Council). Clubs: Phoenix, Harmonic Society. Recreations: Fond 
of music and travel. Office : 520 Moffat Blk. Residence : 90 High St., 
E., Detroit; summer residence, Grosse Pointe, Mich. 

FRIEDBERG, Jacob, jeweler; born, Wilna, Russia, Oct. 10, i860; 
son of Barney and Anna M. (Hurwitch) Friedberg; educated in public 
schools of Russia ; married at Nowogrudok, Russia, 1879, Mollie Israel. 
Came to America October, 1886; began business career in manufacture 
of pants at Cleveland, O., continuing, 1893-96; came to Detroit, 1897, and 
engaged as jobber in clothing for nine years ; associated with his son, 
Morris, 1906, and established the firm of J. Friedberg & Son, diamond 
importers and dealers in watches and jewelry, in which still continues. 
Jewish faith. Member Knights of Pythias. Recreation : Reading. 
Offi,ce: 210 Woodward Av. Residence: 600 Brush St. 

FRIEDBERG, Morris, jeweler; born, Russia, June 15, 1881 ; son of 
Jacob Friedberg; came to America, 1891 ; educated in public schools 



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and business college, Cleveland ; married at Petoskey, Mich., June i8, 
1907, Bettye Blumrosen. Began in jewelry business, 1897, as a clerk in 
the firm of George Schaffner, Detroit; was with L. R. Grosslight, jeweler, 
1902-1906; junior member of firm of Friedberg & Son, since 1906. Jewish 
faith. Member Knights of Pythias. Club : Petoskey Fishing. Recre- 
ation : Automobiling. Ofiice: 210 Woodward Av, Residence: 574 
4th Av. 

FRIEDMAN, William, lawyer; born, Detroit, Apr. i, 1880; son of 
Samuel and Celia (Weisman) Friedman ; graduate Detroit Central High 
School, attended Detroit College of Law and University of Michigan, 
graduating from Law Department of the University, LL. B., 1901. Has 
practiced in Detroit since July, 1901 ; member firm of Friedman & 
Smilansky since December, 1905. Member Detroit Bar Association. 
Republican. Jewish religion. Member Union Lodge No. 3, F. & A. M., 
Michigan Sovereign Consistory, (32°), Moslem Temple, A. A. O. 
N. M. S. ; Independent Order B'nai B'Rith. Clubs : Mutual, Y. M. H. A. 
(director). Recreation: Outdoor Sports. Ofiice: 75 Home Bank 
Bldg. Residence: 170 E. Montcalm St. 

FROST, Harry Washington; born, Felicity, O., Feb. 22, i860; son 
of Marcus O. and Mary S. (Carter) Frost; public and high school edu- 
cation; married at Minneapolis, Sept. 12, 1883, Nellie M. McCord. 
Began active career as a boy in office of the Marshall Herald, Marshall, 
111.; acquired half interest in the paper, 1881, and continued under firm 
name of M. O. Frost & Son until 1883, when sold out; removed to 
Topeka, Kan., and began publishing the Saturday Evening Lance, June, 
1883 ; went to Chicago as secretary and western business manager of 
the Railway Age, 1892, continuing for five years; located in Detroit, 
1897, and acted as general manager of the Monarch Brake Beam Co., 
and was identified with Berry Bros., Ltd., 1902-05 ; organized the Frost 
Railway Supply Co., 1905, of which has since been president. Was 
member 7th Battalion, Illinois National Guard, advancing to captain, 
and resigned, 1881 ; was lieutenant-colonel 3d Regiment, Kansas Na- 
tional Guard, resigning, 1892. Republican. Member Ohio Society, of 
Detroit. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Boat, Detroit Golf; Union League 
(Chicago). Recreation: Outdoor sports. Office: 812 Penobscot Bldg. 
Residence: Addison Apts. 

FROTHINGHAM, George Edward, physician and surgeon; born, 
Gray, Me., Nov. 9, 1867; son of George E. and Lucy (Barbour) Froth- 
ingham ; educated in public and high schools of Ann Arbor, Mich., 
University of Michigan two years and Detroit College of Medicine, 
graduating, M. D., 1890; unmarried. Has practiced in Detroit since 
1890, making specialty of treatment of eye and ear; member staff 
Harper Hospital ; clinical professor Detroit Medical College. Republican. 
Member Wayne County and Michigan State Medical societies, Ameri- 
can Medical Association, Detroit Ophthalmological and Octological 
Club. Formerly surgeon Detroit Light Infantry, Michigan State Guard. 



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Club : Detroit. Recreations : Bowling and outdoor sports. Mason 
(32°), Knight Templar (Detroit Commandery), Shriner. Address: 700 
Woodward Av. 

FRY, John Henry; born, Cheltenham, Eng., Apr. 23, 1848; son of 
James B. and Zelophehad (Thorn) Fry; came to America with parents, 
1850; educated in public schools of Michigan; married at Detroit, Nov. 6, 
1889, Harriet A. Wayne. Began active career as clerk in employ of 
Morris Salter, Disco, Mich., general merchandise, continuing as book- 
keeper and deputy postmaster; removed to Detroit, 1866, and became 
connected with the Peninsular Herald ; was in general offices of the 
Blue Line system of railroads, 1868-72, after which was with various 
railroads, and served as chief clerk of the passenger and ticket depart- 
ment of the Canada Southern R. R. ; was identified with the Detroit 
City Railroad, 1884-95, retiring from the service as general superin- 
tendent; connected with Majestic Co., 1895-99; was secretary and gen- 
eral manager of the Detroit Telephone Co. and the New State Tele- 
phone Co., 1899-1901 ; general passenger agent, D. U. R., 1901-07; since 
July, 1907, manager Majestic Bldg. Republican. Methodist. Recre- 
ation: Reading. Office: 801-3 Majestic Bldg. Residence, 39 King Av. 

FULLER, Jay, lawyer; born, Sherwood, Mich., Feb. 18, 1856; son 
of Jerome B. and Elizabeth M. (Wells) Fuller; graduate University of 
Michigan, Ph. B., 1880; Law Department, University of Michigan, 
LL. B., 1881 ; married, Ypsilanti, Mich., May 24, 1878, Alexandrine 
Egoroff. Has practiced in Detroit since 1880. Member Detroit Bar 
Association. Republican. Mason, Knight Templar, Shriner, Odd 
Fellow. Office: 48 Buhl Blk. Residence: 771 Lincoln Av. 

FULLERTON, Irwin; born, Hudson, O. ; son of Daniel and 
Hannah (Meech) Fullerton ; educated in public schools of Cleveland; 
married, Cleveland, Oct. 30, 1885, Sarah Clymer. Began business career 
as bookkeeper for the Craig Baking Powder Co., Cleveland ; removed to 
Detroit and has been general auditor of the Detroit United Railway Co. 
since 1891. Presbyterian. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Club: 
Fellowcraft: Office: 12 Woodward Av. Residence: yy King Av. 

FULWELL, George, proprietor Hotel Normandie; born, Coventry, 
Eng., May 12, 1861 ; son of George and Sarah (Fox) Fulwell ; educated 
in public schools of England; came to America, 1879; married, St. Louis, 
June II, 1883, Matilda M. Jones; has two daughters. Lento R. and Mary 
Roma. Began hotel experience with the Rossin House, Toronto, Can., 
1879, and continued hotel connections as follows : Weddell House, 
Cleveland, 1880; Southern Hotel, St. Louis, 1881-82; Gault House, 
Louisville, Ky., 1882-85; Peabody Hotel, Memphis, Tenn., 1885-88; 
Bates House, Indianapolis, 1888-90; returned to Louisville, 1890, and 
was manager Hotel Rosinier, 1891-92; returned to Bates House, Indian- 
apolis, and continued there until 1900, when he became proprietor of the 
Denison Hotel; removed to Detroit, 1905, and purchased the Hotel Nor- 



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mandie, of which he has since been proprietor. Republican. Episco- 
palian. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Member all Masonic 
bodies; B. P. O. E. Office and residence: Hotel Normandie. 

FUSSEY, Alfred W., vice president Detroit Brass Works; born, 
Detroit, Feb. 23, 1861 ; son of Timothy and Hannah (Haigh) Fussey ; 
educated in public schools of Detroit ; married at Detroit, December, 
1885, Caroline E. Nebe. Filled position of chief clerk of The Bradstreet 
Co. for fifteen years and was solicitor for R. G. Dun & Co. for five years ; 
has been vice president since January, 1904, of the Detroit Brass Works, 
manufacturers of steam, water and gas brass goods. Republican. Epis- 
copalian. Member Palestine Lodge No. 357, F. & A. M., Detroit. 
Office: 1304 Brooklyn Av. Residence: 244 Kirby Av. W. 

FYFE, Richard, Henry, merchant, banker; born, Oak Orchard, 
Creek, N. Y., Jan. 5, 1840; son of Claudius L. and Abby (Gilbert) Fyfe ; 
educated in public schools; married at Detroit, Mich., 1868, Abby L. 
Rice. Located with parents in Michigan, 1852; came to Detroit from 
Hillsdale, 1857 ; began active career as clerk in store ; entered boot and 
shoe business as R. H. Fyfe, 1865, later admitting partner; senior mem- 
ber R. H. Fyfe & Co., retail boots and shoes. President Citizens' Sav- 
ings Bank. Independent Republican. Lighting commissioner for seven 
years ; trustee of Detroit College of Medicine since its organization. 
Clubs: Detroit, Old Club. Office: 183-185 Woodward Av. Residence, 
939 Woodward Av. 

GAGE, Alexander Kimball, lawyer; born, Lawrence, Kan., May 17, 
1874; son of William Tenney Gage (son of William Gage and Eleanor 
Kimball) and Elizabeth (Godwin) Gage (daughter of Henry Goodwin 
and Jerusha Ann Peters) ; educated Barrows School, Hartford, Conn. ; 
district school, Cromwell, Conn. ; Cass school, Detroit, graduating, June, 
1888; Detroit High School, graduating, June 24, 1892; Trinity College, 
Hartford, Conn., A. B., June, 1896; Detroit College of Law, LL. B., 
April 19, 1899; married at Detroit, Apr. 18, 1903, Gertrude Mary Candler, 
daughter of Claudius H. Candler (son of William Candler and Letitia 
Thomas), and Mary V. Kaple (daughter of John H. Kaple and Fanny 
Chapel). Has engaged in general practice at Detroit since Apr. 22, 1899; 
member firm of Hill, Gage & Ranney, 1899-02; alone since 1902. Secre- 
tary Detroit Bar Association since June, 1907. Republican. Episco- 
palian. Member Beta Beta of Psi Upsilon. Club : University. Recre- 
ations: Baseball and tennis. Office: 808 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 
61 Garfield Av. 

GAGE, William Tenney, insurance ; born, Le Roy, N. Y., Mar. 16, 
1844; son of William and Eleanor (Kimball) Gage; educated in Con- 
cord (N. H.) High School and Dartmouth College, graduating, A. B., 
1864, A. M., 1867; married, ist, at Anamosa, la., Jan. 9, 1868, Elizabeth 
Godwin (now deceased) ; 2nd, Detroit, Aug. 2, 1905, Eugenia Bury. 
Engaged in teaching school until 1882, when he became identified with 



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the Aetna Life Insurance Co. at Chicago and a year later was appointed 
general agent of the company at Detroit ; has been general agent for 
Michigan of the Northwestern Life Insurance Co. of Milwaukee since 
1889. Vice president Central Savings Bank. Served in the Union 
Army, 9th Squadron, Rhode Island Cavalry, at the time of the Civil 
War, Member Michigan Life Underwriters' Association, Michigan 
Branch Achaeological Institute of America. Republican. Episcopalian. 
Member Masonic order (32°), Shriner; Sons of American Revolution. 
Clubs: Detroit, Grosse Isle Casino Association (president). Recre- 
ations: Billiards, whist, horticulture. Office: 615 Hammond Bldg. 
Summer residence: Grosse Isle, Mich.; winter residence, Pasadena 
Apts., Detroit. 

GAINES, Percy F., railroad official ; born, Detroit, Jan. 8, 1863 ; son 
of John and Mary (Richards) Gaines; educated in public schools of 
Detroit and Bay City; married at Saginaw, Mich., June, 1888, Miss 
Alice Rose. Began active career as clerk in local freight office Lake 
Shore & Michigan Southern Ry., 1882; became connected with general 
freight department Flint & Pere Marquette R. R. at Saginaw, Mich., 
1885; then was one year with Cincinnati, Saginaw & Mackinaw R. R. ; 
returned to freight department Flint & Pere Marquette R. R, ; came to 
Detroit, 1901, as assistant general freight agent of the Pere Marquette 
Ry. ; has been general freight agent of the same road since November, 
1905. Member American Association Freight Traffic Officers. Inde- 
pendent in politics. Congregationalist. Clubs: Fellowcraft, Transpor- 
tation, Mycological. Recreation : Outdoor Sports. Office : 308 Union 
Station. Residence: 134 Longfellow Av. 

GALLAGHER, Frank, manufacturer; born, Palo, 111., Oct. 13, 1865; 
son of Eli B. and Esther (Underwood) Gallagher; educated in public 
schools of Palo; married in Iowa, 1886, Mary L. Tubbs. Began active 
career in retail bakery and confectionery business, 1885 ; entered whole- 
sale trade, bakers', confectioners' and soda fountain supplies, Chicago, 
1892; came to Detroit, 1897, and is president E. B. Gallagher & Co., 
organized, 1899, incorporated, 1901. Republican. Methodist. Member 
A. F. & A. M., R. A. M. Office: 133 Jefferson Av. Residence: 115 
Harmon Av. 

GALLOGLY, Elmer Ellsworth, president Morse Advertising 
Agency; bom, near Zanesville, O., Aug. 15, 1862; son of James (M. D.) 
and Elizabeth (West) Gallogly ; educated in public schools of Zanesville ; 
married at Omaha, Neb., May 7, 1896, Miss Elizabeth Heslet, who died 
at Detroit, Mar. 27, 1904; again, Asheville, N. C, Jan. 11, 1906, Mrs. 
May Lorimer. Studied pharmacy and chemistry at Zanesville; employed 
as drug and prescription clerk, Austin, Tex., 1883, and at Miles City and 
Helena, Mont., 1886-90; entered retail drug business at Butte, Mont., 
as E. E. Gallogly & Co., February, 1891, selling out, August, 1900; 
removed to Detroit, April, 1902. Began in advertising business at 
Butte, September, 1901, and has been at head of Morse Advertising 



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Agency since its organization ; vice president The Herpicide Co. ; also 
operator in ranches and timber lands of Ravalli Co., Mont., on own 
account. President Montana State Pharmaceutical Association, 1899- 
1900. Mason. Clubs : Detroit, Detroit Golf. Recreations : Automo- 
biling and hunting. Office: 35 Milwaukee Av., W. Residence: 124 
Lothrop Av. 

GANAPOLr, Boris Lr., concert singer and teacher of music; born, 
Svenigoradka, Russia, July 10, 1864; son of Moses Leon and Sara 
(Kahn) Ganapol; educated in music at Imperial Conservatory, Kieff, 
Russia, 1884-89, graduating, 1889; served in grand opera as leading 
baritone for two years ; married at Detroit, May 29, 1900, Lilla Grace 
Smart. Came to America and located in Detroit, 1891 ; director Ganapol 
Music Studios, Detroit, since 1901 ; director Temple Beth El choir. 
Republican. Jewish religion. Recreation: Reading. Studio: 10 
Witherell St. Residence : 97 Erskine St. 

GANS, Emmett W.; born, Sparta, O., May 20, 1861 ; son of Dr. D. L. 
and Margaret Gordon (Hanna) Gans ; educated at Hiram College (O.) 
Preparatory School ; University of Indianapolis, Butler College, degree of 
Ph. B., 1887 ; Spencerian Business College, Cleveland. Married at Mans- 
field, O., Aug. 17, 1892, Mary Churchill Weldon (now deceased). Was 
with The Burrows Bros. Co., Cleveland, for a few months after leaving 
college; identified for eighteen years with the Aultman-Taylor Ma- 
chinery Co., Mansfield, O., successively as general salesman, manager 
of collections and general superintendent, also was director in the com- 
pany ; for a number of years has been actively connected with the 
Western Straw Board Co., St. Mary's, O. ; has been in general manage- 
ment of the Reliance Motor Car Co. since January, 1907. Member 
advisory board Farmers' Savings and Trust Co., Mansfield, O. ; director 
and treasurer The Western Straw Board Co. ; also of the Bloomer Bros. 
Co., St. Mary's, O. Member Detroit Board of Commerce and the Ohio 
Society of Detroit, Delta Tau Delta college fraternity. Club : Mansfield 
Country Club (Mansfield, O.). Recreations: Music and golf. Office: 
89 E. Fort St. Residence : 50 Holbrook Av. 

GARDNER, Oliver N., Detroit manager Otis Elevator Co. ; born, 
South Rockwell, Mich., July 19, 1872; son of John K. and Sarah 
(Whitsey) Gardner ; educated in public schools of Detroit ; married at 
Detroit, 1898, Adele Elblein. Began active career as apprentice boy 
Michigan Elevator and Engine Co., 1889, which was succeeded by the 
Gardner Elevator Co., 1896, of which was secretary and treasurer ; com- 
pany sold out to Otis Elevator Co., Aug. i, 1906; has been manager at 
Detroit for Otis Elevator Co., manufacturers of passenger and freight 
elevators, since August, 1906. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Mason, Knight Templar, Shriner. Clubs : Detroit, Fellowcraft, Munos- 
kong Hunting and Fishing (treasurer); Toledo (Toledo, O,). Recre- 
ations: Hunting and fishing. Office: 702-704 Penobscot Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 325 W. Grand Blvd. 



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GARTON, Charles; born, Boston, Eng., Dec. 4, 1862; son of Ben- 
jamin and Susannah Garton; came to America, 1875, and was educated 
in pubHc schools of England and Detroit and Detroit night school; 
married, Detroit, 1896, Miss Marie Koepcke. Began active career as 
office boy, at age of 14, in office of R. W. Allen ; at 16 went to Chicago 
and later St. Louis, and became connected with dry goods business with 
Penny & Gentles Co. ; returned to Detroit, 1885, engaged with James 
Lowrie & Sons, retail dry goods, and later with Macauley & Co., whole- 
sale milliners, as traveling salesman, until 1898; was one of the organ- 
izers of Mitchell, Moody & Garton Co., 1898, incorporated same year, 
and has since continued as member of the company. Independent in 
politics. Presbyterian. Club : Commercial. Recreations : All lines of 
outdoor sports. Office: 158-160 Jefferson Av. Residence: y'j Hague 
Avenue. 

GARVEY, William V.; born, Detroit, July 14, 1868; son of John and 
Mary (Doherty) Garvey; educated in public and high schools, Detroit, 
and Spencerian Business College; married at Detroit, Sept. 5, 1894, 
Nellie A. Morrow. Began active career as assistant bookkeeper Martin 
Maier & Co., March, 1888; became bookkeeper and cashier for the firm, 
1897; admitted to firm and elected secretary and treasurer, 1905, manu- 
facturers and retailers of trunks, bags and travelers' goods. Catholic. 
Club: Commercial. Recreation: Yachting. Office: 102 Woodward 
Av. Residence : 684 Morrell St. 

GAST, Gustav L., furniture manufacturing ; born, Prussia, Germany, 
June I, 1868; son of William and Louisa (Smud) Gast; came to Detroit, 
1877; educated in schools of Germany and Detroit; married at Detroit, 
1889, Miss Ida Kern (deceased, 1899) ; again, Detroit, 1901, Miss Minnie 
Kern. Learned trade of cabinet maker in Detroit with Herman Bock; 
organized the Detroit Furniture Manufacturing Co., 1892, and has since 
been president and manager of the company. Republican. Lutheran. 
Recreations: Fishing and boating. Office: 803-809 Bellevue Av. 
Residence : 876 Meldrum Av. 

GASTON, George T., city clerk ; educated in public schools. Was 
chief clerk to City Clerk John A. Schmidt, 1895-1902; city clerk, since 
1902. Republican. Mason. Club: Fellowcraft. Office: City Hall. 
Residence: 336 Avery Av. 

GATES, George Herbert, wholesale hats and caps; born, Somerset, 
Mich., Apr. 26, 1857; son of William Richard and Elizabeth (Mosher) 
Gates; educated in Hudson (Mich.) High School; married at Genesee, 
111., 1879, to Miss D. A. Farwell. Began active career at Morenci, Mich., 
where he was engaged in general merchandising, 1873-85 ; went to 
Omaha, Neb., and was in wholesale business until 1902; returned to 
Morenci, Mich., and became president Bank of Morenci, continuing until 
1896; came to Detroit, 1896, and has been at the head of G. H. Gates 
& Co., wholesale hats and caps, since 1899. Mason, Knight Templar, 



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Shriner. Clubs: Fellowcraft, Commercial. Recreation: Outdoor di- 
versions. Office: 190-192 Jefferson Av. Residence: 30 Peterboro St. 

GATES, Jasper C, lawyer; born, Pleasantville, Pa., Mar. 23, 1850; 
son of Rev. Aaron and Amanda Malvina (Cross) Gates; educated at 
Pleasantville (Pa.) Academy; Union College, Schenectady, N. Y., grad- 
uating, C. E., 1872, A. B., 1873, honorary degree of A. M., 1893 ; Albany 
Law School, LL. B., 1874; married at Kalamazoo, Mich., Oct. 8, 1878, 
Miss Lulu Foster. Began practice at Kalamazoo, June, 1875 ; member 
of Eraser & Gates, 1876-98; removed to Detroit, 1876; professor Detroit 
College of Law since 1893; subjects: Evidence, real property, trusts, 
landlord and tenant, domestic relations, agency. Prepared legislative 
bills which became laws with slight amendments, as follows : 1891, 
Civil service examination of prospective jurors Wayne Circuit Court, 
limiting appeals from justice court in Wayne County, caucus law for 
Detroit; 1903, primary election law, Wayne County; 1907, Juvenile 
Court law, Detroit. Member Detroit Board of Commerce, Detroit 
Municipal League (executive committee). Republican. Baptist. 
President Detroit Baptist Union ; chairman Michigan Baptist Sunday 
School Board. Recreations : Literature and travel. Office : 52-53 
Home Bank Bldg. Residence : 642 2nd Av. 

GAY, James P.; born, Hamilton, Ont., Apr. 26, 1857; son of James 
and Catherine (Kennedy) Gay; educated in public schools; married at 
Hamilton, 1882, Jessie Young. Began railway service at Hamilton, in 
parcel office of Great Western Rd. of Canada, 1873, later in office 
of local freight agent at London and Hamilton, Ont. ; was in general 
freight office Grand Trunk Ry. at Hamilton and Toronto, and became 
chief clerk to traffic manager D. G. & H. R. R., at Detroit; division 
freight agent at Stratford, Ont., 1902-04; has been manager Grand 
Trunk Despatch and Milwaukee and Michigan Fast Freight Lines since 
June I, 1904. Republican. Presbyterian. Member A. O. U. W., Royal 
League. Clubs: Transportation (Detroit and Buffalo). Office: 12 
Brush St. Depot. Residence: 179 Alexandrine Av., W. 

GEER, Harrison, lawyer; born, Sterling, near Utica, Mich., Aug. 
18, 1843; son of James S. and Mary Ann (Weston) Geer; educated in 
public schools of Lapeer, Mich., and Eastman Business College, Pough- 
keepsie, N. Y., graduating, August, 1863 ; married at Lapeer, June 29, 
1876, Abbie F. White. Admitted to the bar at Flint, Mich., April, 
1865; began active practice in January, 1869, at Lapeer; formed partner- 
ship with Silas B. Gaskill, which continued until January, 1877; has 
been in partnership with William B. Williams since January, 1879; came 
to Detroit, May i, 1894. For many years has been connected with legal 
department of the Grand Trunk Railway System and has had charge of 
trials of a majority of cases of the company since 1894. Was collector 
of customs at Port Huron, Mich., 1889-93. Office: 18 Buhl Blk. Resi- 
dence : 694 Woodward Av. 



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GEHLERT, Richard S.; born, East Saginaw, Mich., Jan. 13, 1867; 
son of John G. and Louise Gehlert; educated in public schools and 
business university, Detroit; married at Detroit, June 4, 1890, Miss 
Tillie Altenbrand. Began in coffee, tea and spice business, in Detroit, 
1888, later going to New York, where he was connected with Packard, 
Thomas & Co., and Eppens, Smith & Wiemann; returned to Detroit, 
1895, and became manager of the manufacturing department of Phelps, 
Brace & Co., continuing six years; organized firm of Gould & Gehlert, 
1901, the title becoming Gehlert Coffee Co., 1903, which still continues. 
Member Detroit Credit Men's Association. Republican. Episcopalian. 
Member Masonic order, Loyal Guard. Recreation: motor boating. 
Office: 59 Jefferson Av. Residence: 3615^ Field Av. 

GEMMER, George Andrew; born, Williamsport, Ind., Sept. 3, 1876; 
son of Phillip and Marie (Fleming) Gemmer; graduate Purdue Uni- 
versity, degree of M. E., 1899; married, Marion, Ind., 1901, Miss Nettie 
Brown. Began active career in Marion as manufacturer of stationary 
engines, 1899; changed to manufacture of automobile parts, 1903; 
removed to Detroit, May, 1907, and continues as Gemmer Manufac- 
turing Co. (incorporated). Republican. Member Masonic order. 
Recreations: Automobiling and outdoor sports. Office: 741 Merrick 
St. Residence : 305 Merrick Av. 

GEORGE, Charles J., contractor; born, Detroit, Nov. 21, 1857; son 
of Henry and Harriet E. (Hughes) George; educated in public schools. 
Learned carpenter's trade under his father and has engaged in contract- 
ing and building since 1877; president George & Co. Among the build- 
ings erected by him are the Penobscot Bldg., Union Trust Bldg., Fort 
St. Union Depot, Michigan Telephone Go's Bldg., etc. President Board 
of Education, City of Detroit (member since 1903) ; ex-president Build- 
ers' Association of Detroit. Republican. Mason (32°), Past Com- 
mander Detroit Commandery No. i, K. T. ; member Mystic Shrine. 
Club: Rushmere. Recreations: Fishing and shooting. Office: 527- 
537 Beaubien St. Residence: 781 4th Av. 

GEORGE, Edwin S., furrier ; born, Slatington, Pa., Sept. 23, 1873 ; 
son of Manno D. and Abigail (Hamm) George; educated in public 
schools of Morenci, Mich., and Fayette Normal School ; married at 
Detroit, Sept. 5, 1899, Bessie Scotten. Came to Detroit, 1890, and 
entered employ of Annis & Miller, furriers ; on dissolution of the firm 
he continued in the fur business with the junior partner, William H. 
Miller, continuing until March, 1897, when he began alone ; soon after 
bought out the business of Walter Buhl & Co. and consolidated it with 
his own, and continues as wholesale and retailer dealer, importer and 
exporter of furs. Also proprietor of Standard Auto Co. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Republican. Presbyterian. Mason. Clubs: 
Detroit, Old Club, Country, Detroit Boat, Automobile Club of Detroit. 
Recreations: Automobiling and farming. Office: 172 Jefferson Av. 
Residence: 221 Vinewood Av. 



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GEORGE, Henry Franklin, contractor and builder ; born in Detroit, 
Apr. 4, 1882; son of Charles J. and Mariana (Wood) George; unmarried. 
Began active career in employ of Union Trust Co., 1898; was identified 
with Henry George & Son, contractors, 1899-1905; since 1905 in business 
for self as mason contractor; vice president George & Co., since 1907. 
Republican. Member Michigan Naval Brigade. Club : Detroit Boat. 
Recreations: Horseback riding, shooting. Office: 718 Penobscot Bldg. 
Residence: 781 4th Av. 

GEORGE, Ransom Gardner, lawyer; born, Chicago, Oct. 4, 1870; 
son of Austin and Sarah (Wadhams) George; educated at Michigan 
State Normal School, Ypsilanti, Mich.; graduate University of Michi- 
gan, A. B., 1893 ; LL. B., Law Department, University of Michigan, 
1897; married at New Work City, Sept. 14, 1904, Myrtelle Ely. Admitted 
to the bar, 1897, and has since practiced at Detroit ; member law firm 
of Robson, George & Fisher. Served in U. S. Navy during Spanish- 
American War, on board U. S. Yosemite. Clubs : Country, Detroit Boat, 
University. Office : 720 Hammond Bldg. Residence : 168 Jos. Campau 
Avenue. 

GERSHOW, John F., credit man Newcomb-Endicott Co.; born, 
Detroit, Mar. 25, 1863 ; son of Ernest C. and Apolina (Schneider) 
Gerschow; educated in St. John's Lutheran School, three years; public 
schools, four years ; Bryant & Stratton Business College, one year ; mar- 
ried at Detroit, Apr. 9, 1896, Mrs. Isabel McDonald. Began active career 
as cash boy with Newcomb, Endicott Co., dry goods, April 6, 1877, and 
has since continued with the company, successively as parcel boy, ship- 
ping clerk, bookkeeper, and since 1885 as credit man. Also secretary 
and treasurer Winn & Hammond, printers and book makers, established, 
1882. Republican. Lutheran. Mason, member Kilwinning Lodge No. 
297, F. & A. M. (treasurer since 1896), Detroit Commandery No. i 
(treasurer), Moslem Temple Mystic Shrine. Clubs: Harmonic, German 
Salesmen. Recreations : Boating, fishing and bowling. Office : New- 
comb-Endicott Co. Residence : 488 14th Av. 

GIAQUE, Alonzo J., freight agent, Detroit ; born. Van Buren Co., 
la., July 15, 1858; son of Charles and Abagail (Anderson) Giaque; edu- 
cated in public schools ; married at Jackson, Mich., 1880, Mary U. Van 
Tassel. Lived on farm until 1878; acted as clerk Detroit, Lansing & 
Northern R. R., and Michigan Central Rys., West Detroit and Detroit, 
1878-1881 ; chief clerk Michigan Central R. R., Michigan City, Ind., 
Jackson, Mich., and Suspension Bridge, N. Y., 1881-91 ; freight agent, 
Suspension Bridge, 1891-99; freight agent, Detroit, since 1899. Repub- 
lican. Congregationalist. Office : Michigan Central Depot. Residence : 
478 Putnam Av. 

GIBBES, Heneage, physician; M. B., C. M., University of Aber- 
deen, Scotland; licentiate Royal College of Physicians, 1879; M. D., 
University of Aberdeen, 188 1 ; professor theory and practice of medicine 
and pathology, Michigan College of Medicine. Formerly curator Ana- 



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tomical Museum, Kings Colleg-e, London ; lecturer on physiology, normal 
and morbid histology, Westminster Medical School, London; cholera 
commissioner to India for English Government, 1884; professor pathol- 
ogy. University of Michigan ; health officer. City of Detroit. Member 
American Medical Association, British Medical Association; fellow 
Royal Medical and Chirurgical Society, London, etc. Editor: Practical 
Histology; Practical Pathology and Morbid Histology; also many medi- 
cal papers. Address : 585 John R St. 

GIBBS, James Hopkins; born, Ogdensburg, N. Y., Aug. 28, 1859; 
son of Calvin W. and Louise R. (Hopkins) Gibbs; educated in Ogdens- 
burg public schools and Norwich (Vt.) University; married at Ogdens- 
burg, 1880, Ida F. Moore. Began active career in dry goods business 
with his father, at Ogdensburg, later becoming head of the firm; came 
to Detroit, Oct. 25, 1882, and became office manager retail department, 
Taylor-Wolfenden & Co., dry goods ; entered The J. F. Hartz Company, 
1898. Presbyterian. Member National Union. Clubs : Detroit Yacht, 
Pointe aux Barques. Recreations: Boating, bowling. Office: 103-105 
Broadway. Residence: 1356 Champlain St. 

GIDDINGS, Theron F.; born, Kalamazoo, Mich., Dec. 25, 1843; 
son of Orrin N. and Harriet A. (Cock) Giddings; educated at Kalamazoo 
College; married at Kalamazoo, 1869, Julia E. D'Archambal. Began 
active career in fire insurance business at Kalamazoo, continuing for 
four years ; engaged in manufacture of leather goods for sixteen years ; 
was county clerk of Kalamazoo Co., 1879-91 ; commissioner of insurance 
State of Michigan, 1893-97 ; has been general superintendent agencies 
Michigan Mutual Life Insurance Co., since Aug. i, 1897. Republican. 
Member Masonic order (Grand High Priest Royal Arch Chapter of 
Michigan). Recreations: Literature and music. Office: 150 Jefferson 
Av. Residence : Lenox Apts. 

GIES, Joseph W., painter; born, Detroit, June 18, i860; son of 
Conrad and Madeleine (Dinser) Gies ; educated in parochial school, 
Detroit; studied art under William Bourgereau, Paris, and at Royal 
Academy, Munich, receiving diploma for "life" work; unmarried. Was 
in charge of the Detroit Museum Art School, 1890-95 ; established the 
Detroit Fine Arts Academy, 1895, of which he is director. Member 
Society of Western Artists. Studio: 704 Fine Arts Bldg. Residence: 
14 Adams Av., W. 

GILBERT, Edward Thomas; born Lewinsville, Va., June 29, 1849; 
son of John and Sarah Catherine (Ball) Gilbert; common school educa- 
tion, mostly at Zanesville, O. ; married at Footville, O., June 24, 1873, 
Eva Louise Holt. Began active career as telegraph operator Kansas 
City, Fort Scott & Gulf R. R., in Kansas, and continued, 1870-75 ; was 
chief clerk in purchasing agent's office Michigan Central Ry., at Detroit, 
1875-80; secretary Michigan Bolt & Nut Works, 1880-95, and has been 
vice president, treasurer and general manager of the company since 



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1895. Also president Associated Employers' Corporation and director 
American Chalk Co. Liberal Republican in politics. Presbyteriar.. 
Office : Foot Meldrum Av. Residence : 83 Brainard St. 

GILLESPIE, Arthur H., manager Pittsburgh Plate Glass Co., 
Detroit and Grand Rapids; born, Karns City, Pa., Dec. 24, 1878; son of 
Albert and Mary (Voland) Gillespie; educated in public and high 
schools of East Brady, Pa. ; unmarried. In general offices of Pittsburgh 
Plate Glass Co., 1888-99; traveling auditor of the company, in Pittsburgh, 
1899-1903 ; has been in Detroit since 1903 as secretary-treasurer and 
manager of branches at Detroit and Grand Rapids. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Republican. Presbyterian. Member Masonic 
orders (32°). Recreations: Fishing and hunting. Office: 53 E. Earned 
St. Residence : 937 Antoine St. 

GILLESPIE, John; born, Chicopee, Mass., Nov. 3, 1877; son of 
George and Agnes (Adams) Gillespie; educated in public schools of 
Chicopee; unmarried. Began active career as office boy Ames Sword 
Co., Mass., 1890, continuing with the company until 1900; was with 
Armstrong Regalia Co., Detroit, 1900-03 ; began in business for self as 
the Detroit Regalia Co., 1903, consolidating with the Morgan, Puhl & 
Morris Co. under title of Detroit Regalia Co., of which is general man- 
ager and director. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. 
Member Masonic order (32°), Knights Templar, Shrine; also I. O. O. F., 
Knights of Pythias, Maccabees, Eagles and Red Men. Clubs: Fellow- 
craft, Motor Boat. Recreation: Automobiling. Office: 117-119 Jeffer- 
son Av. Residence: 2107 John R St. 

GILLIS, Gaylord Wilson, wholesale dry goods ; born, Detroit, July 
I, 1873; son of Ransom and Helen A. (Gaylord) Gillis; educated in public 
schools and University of Michigan, graduating, B. L., 1896; unmarried. 
Has been connected with the wholesale dry goods house of Edson, 
Moore & Co., since 1896, and has been member of the firm since 1904. 
Director Citizens' Savings Bank. Presbyterian. Republican. Clubs : 
University, Detroit Boat, Commercial, Country. Recreation : Golf. 
Office : Edson, Moore & Co. Residence : 69 Alfred St. 

GILLMAN, Henry, scientist, author ; born, Kinsale, Ireland, Nov. 
16, 1833; son of Edward and Eleanor Mandeville (Hackett) Gillman ; 
descended from Adam Winthrop, lord of the manor of Groton, Suffolk, 
father of John Winthrop, governor of Massachusetts, 1630; academic 
education; came with his parents to Detroit, 1850; was ist assistant 
U. S. Geodetic Survey of Great Lakes, in charge of a topog. and hydro- 
graphical party, 1851-69; asst. supt, construction loth and nth light- 
house districts on Northern Lakes, 1870-6; married, 1858, Mary Julia, 
daughter of Hiram Reeve Johnson, of Detroit. Superintendent and libra- 
rian Detroit Public Library, 1880-85 ! U. S. consul, Jerusalem, 1886-91 ; 
took such a stand against expulsion of Jews from Palestine by Turks 
that his position was upheld by several European powers and exclusion 



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laws were modified. Known for his researches in archaeology and 
botany and his procurement and pubHcation of photograph fac-similes of 
texts of early Christian MSS. Fellow American Association for the 
Advancement of Science ; member British Association, American 
Oriental Society, etc; member-at-large for America, 1876, to Congress of 
Americanists, at Luxemburg. Author: Marked for Life (poems), 1863; 
The Wild Flowers and Gardens of Jerusalem and Palestine, 1894; 
Hassan — a Fellah (a Romance of Palestine), 1898; Vericourt Westhrop 
and Issue, 1903; also many scientific and other papers. Address: 107 
Fort St., W. 

GILLMAN, Robert Winthrop, physician; born, Detroit, Nov. 2, 
1865 ; son of Henry and Mary (Johnson) Gillman ; educated in public 
schools of Detroit; M. D., Detroit College of Medicine, 1889; post- 
graduate study for four years in London, Paris, Vienna and Berlin; 
unmarried. While abroad was appointed to British Ophthalmic Hos- 
pital, Jerusalem, Palestine, where he continued, 1889-92; has been in 
practice in Detroit since 1892, making a specialty of diseases of the eye 
and ear ; clinical professor of ophthalmology and otology, Detroit Col- 
lege of Medicine ; attending oculist and aurist, St. Mary's Hospital, St. 
Luke's Hospital, Woman's Hospital and Foundlings' Home. Democrat. 
Episcopalian. Member Wayne County and Michigan State Medical 
societies, American Medical Association, Detroit Academy of Medicine, 
Ophthalmological and Otological Club. Clubs : Detroit, Detroit Boat, 
Old Club. Recreation : Fishing. Address : 107 W. Fort St. 

GINSBURG, Bernard; born, Columbus, Ind., Aug. 14, 1864; son of 
Samuel N. and Rachel (Helfman) Ginsburg; educated in public schools 
of New York and Detroit, graduating from Detroit High School, 1881 ; 
married at Syracuse, N. Y., May 10, 1889, Ida E. Goldman (died, 1901). 
Established as dealer in iron, steel and metals, with father, in 1881, 
under firm name of R, L. Ginsburg, incorporated, 1907, as R. L. Gins- 
burg & Sons Co., of which is vice president and treasurer; director New 
York Car Wheel Co., of Buffalo; public lighting commissioner, Detroit, 
1902-05. Republican. Jewish religion. President United Jewish Chari- 
ties, Detroit ; vice president National Conference of Jewish Charities 
and of Social Conference Club of Detroit ; director Jewish Orphan 
Asylum, Cleveland ; Provident Loan Society, Detroit ; Play Ground Asso- 
ciation, Detroit. Member Detroit Board of Commerce, Independent 
Order B'nai B'rith. Office : 542 Franklin St. Residence : 84 Adelaide 
Street. 

GLASS, Samuel Stewart, insurance ; born, Detroit, Apr. 30, 1872 ; 
son of James Stewart and Lydia Amelia (Kermott) Glass; educated in 
public and high schools of Detroit; married, 1892, Mary Newell Allen 
Seely. Began as office boy with Sherman S. Jewett & Co., stove manu- 
facturers, and became assistant manager of the Detroit branch of the 
house; was called to Buffalo, N. Y., in 1892, as assistant to the general 
manager of the company; returned to Detroit, 1897, and has since been 



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member of firm of Blackman, Glass & Cook, fire, accident, plate glass 
and liability insurance. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Repub- 
lican. Methodist, Recreations: Automobiling, baseball. Office: 208- 
209 Moffat Blk. Residence : 34 Atkinson Av. 

GLEESON, John A., vice president Newland Hat Co. ; born, Ire- 
land, Feb. 14, 1862; came to America, with parents, 1864; educated 
in Detroit public schools; married at Detroit, 1890, Miss Nellie Nogle. 
Has been engaged in hat business since 1875, first with Buhl, Newland 
& Co., then as traveling salesman ; was admitted to the firm of Henry 
A. Newland & Co., 1899, and since its incorporation, 1904, as the New- 
land Hat Co., has been vice president of the company. Member of 
Detroit Board of Commerce. Catholic. Member Knights of Columbus. 
Recreation: Fishing. Office: 164-168 Jefferson Av. Residence: 590 
14th St. 

GNAU, George J., president Detroit Insurance Agency ; born, De- 
troit, June 25, 1871 ; son of Caspar and Elizabeth (Pfeiff) Gnau ; educated 
in public schools and at Detroit Business University; married at Detroit, 
Feb. 8, 1898, Adele R. Widman. Began active career as errand boy for 
Frank J. Martz & Co., 1883 ; office boy Pingree Shoe Co., 1886, book- 
keeper and cashier same, 1898, and Pacific coast representative of the 
firm until 1902; organized The Detroit Insurance Agency, with Arthur 
J. Gaukler, of which became secretary and treasurer ; reorganized as 
Detroit Insurance Agency, of which has been president and general 
manager since time of reorganization. Also treasurer Lemley Appraisal 
Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce, Harmonic Society, Detroit 
Fishing and Hunting Association, Republican. Episcopalian. Recre- 
ations: Hunting and fishing. Office: 314-319 Hammond Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 17 Alexandrine Av., W. 

GODDARD, Frank Holmes, contractor; born, New London, Conn., 
Dec, 23, 1866; son of James and Elizabeth (Holmes) Goddard ; educated 
in public schools of New London and at Seabury Institute, Saybrook, 
Conn. ; married at Detroit, Dec. 27, 1900, Elizabeth Burk. Learned trade 
of bricklayer, in which he continued until 1887, when he commenced 
as contractor; for seven years was member of firm of Chandler & God- 
dard, since which time he has operated on his own account. Member 
Detroit Builders' Association, Board of Commerce. Republican. Epis- 
copalian. Mason (32°), Knight Templar, Shriner. Recreation: Music, 
Office: 1308-1309 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 1300 Brush St. 

GODFREY, Marshall Hartley, fire insurance; born, Detroit, July 
16, 1845; son of Jeremiah and Sophronia (Perce) Godfrey; educated in 
public and private schools of Detroit and at Commercial College ; mar- 
ried at Buffalo, N. Y., Apr. 2, 1868, Marion I. Carrick. Learned the 
painter's trade and worked at it until 1866, when he became proprietor, 
the business having been established by his father, 1838; continued in 
painting until 1899, when the failure of the Majestic Building Asso- 
ciation forced him to retire; was general manager Detroit W^ter Works 



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System for fourteen months. Was connected for one and one-half years 
with New York Life Insurance Co. ; has been in fire insurance business 
since 1903. Director Dime Savings Bank. Served six years in state 
militia and attained rank of colonel. Democrat. Member Board of 
Water Commissioners, 1884-89, Board of Fire Commissioners, 1889-93 ; 
candidate for mayor of Detroit, 1893. Protestant. Member Masonic 
order (32°), Knights Templar, Shrine. Officer: 71 Fort St., W. Resi- 
dence : 467 2nd Av. 

GOLDBERG, Abe L., department store; born, Buffalo, N. Y., May 
30, 1861 ; son of Joseph S. and Rose (Van Stratten) Goldberg; educated 
in public schools of Cleveland, O. ; unmarried. Began as a boy 12 years 
of age in dry goods store and at age of 20 entered business for himself 
at Canton, O. ; came to Detroit, 1892, and is member of the firm of 
Goldberg Bros., established, 1878. Clubs: Phoenix, Avenue. Recre- 
ations : Breeding, driving and racing light harness horses, automobiling, 
baseball, golf. Office: 225-229 Woodward Av. Residence: Cadillac 
Hotel. 

GOLDBERG, Jacob E., department store; born, Holland, June 6, 
1856; son of Joseph and Rose Goldberg; came to America with parents, 
January, 1859; educated in public schools of Cleveland; married at 
Cleveland, April, 1891, Miss Jennie Anthony. Began business career 
in employ of William Taylor & Sons, Cleveland, 1878; associated with 
brother in dry goods business at Elyria, O., 1878, and later in Canton ; 
came to Detroit, 1892, and assisted in organizing firm of Goldberg Bros., 
importers, retailers and jobbers of dry goods, fancy goods and house 
furnishings. Republican. Club : Phoenix. Recreations : Automobiling, 
breeding and matinee racing light harness horses. Office: 225-229 
Woodward Av. Residence: 163 Putnam Av. 

GOLDBERG, Samuel X., department store; born in Holland, Oct. 
13, 1858; son of Joseph and Rose Goldberg; came to America with 
parents, January, 1859; educated in public schools of Cleveland; married 
at Philadelphia, 1890, Minnie Lape. Grew up in Cleveland and began 
active career in employ of William Taylor & Sons, April, 1870; engaged 
in dry goods business under title of Goldberg Bros., in Elyria, 1878, 
later at Canton, O., and since 1892 has been member firm of Goldberg 
Bros., importers, retailers and jobbers, dry goods, fancy goods and 
cloaks, Detroit. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. 
Recreations : Automobiling, baseball, golf. Office : 225-229 Woodward 
Av. Residence: 106 Warren Av., W. 

GOLDSMITH, Charles, manufacturer clothing; born, Flato, Ger- 
many, May 25, 1858; son of Solomon and Dora (Salinger) Goldsmith; 
educated in Germany; came to America, 1874; married at Detroit, 1877, 
Adelaide Aberstadt. Has been a resident of Detroit since 1874; began 
in manufacture of clothing at the commencement of his active career 
and has continued in same line to the present time ; senior partner 
Charles Goldsmith & Co., established, 1899. Member Detroit Board of 



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Commerce. Member Knights of Pythias. Office: 131 Jefferson Av. 
Residence: 150 Hancock Av., E. 

GOODALE, Charles Arthur; born, Monroe Co., Mich., June 16, 
1866; son of Solomon C. and Mary M. (Pelton) Goodale ; educated in 
pubHc and high schools of Chesaning, Mich., and Albion College, Albion, 
Mich. ; married at Chesaning, Oct. 14, 1894, Lizzie M. Clough. Began 
teaching school at age of 16; was clerk in store and traveling hardware 
salesman, 1887-96; entered life insurance business, March, 1896, and was 
secretary Union Life Insurance Co., Indianapolis, 1898-March, 1902; 
secretary Missouri State Life Insurance Co., St. Louis, March, 1902-07; 
has been president Michigan State Life Insurance Co. since June, 1907. 
Republican. Methodist. Mason, Knight Templar. Recreation : Fish- 
ing. Office: 633-637 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 678 Brush St. 

GOODALE, George Pomeroy, theatrical critic ; born, Orleans, 
N. Y., Aug. 12, 1843; son of Elijah and Mary Eleanor (Palmer) Goodale; 
educated in common schools and in newspaper office ; married, 
N. Almont, N. Y., 1864, Josephine Gardner; again, at Ann Arbor, Mich., 
1902, Katherine Brigham Moloney. Began active career as a printer in 
office of Courier, Geneva, N. Y., i860; was employed on papers in 
Angelica, Cuba, Belmont, Elmira, N. Y., and by the World, New York 
City; came to Detroit, 1865, and has since been continuously upon the 
staff of the Detroit Free Press ; reviewer of the drama and writer of a 
series of weekly articles entitled "The Kaleidoscope," written by him 
over the nom de plume of Signor Max, and appearing since 1904. Presi- 
dent Free Press Printing Co. Was member 141st New York Infantry, 
mustered out May 17, 1865. Democrat (repudiated Bryan and his 
teachings, 1896). Recreation: Baseball. Office: Detroit Free Press. 
Residence : 52 Lothrop Av. 

GOODENOUGH, Luman Webster, lawyer ; born, Ludington, Mich., 
Jan. I, 1873; son of Daniel W. and Lodema (Olney) Goodenough ; edu- 
cated in public schools; graduate University of Michigan, B. L., 1896; 
Law Department, University of Michigan, LL. B., 1898; married, De- 
troit, March, 1904, Elizabeth Noble. Began practice at Ludington; 
removed to Detroit, 1899, ^"^ has since continued in practice of the 
profession. Member Detroit Bar Association. Club : University. 
Office : 925 Hammond Bldg. Residence : 335 Seminole Av. 

GOODRICH, Edward; born. Auburn, N. Y., Dec. 26, 1867; son of 
James S. and Annie (Cheasbro) Goodrich; educated in public schools 
of New York State; married at Detroit, Oct. 30, 1900, Virginia A. 
Thayer. Engaged in wholesale commission business, Syracuse, N. Y., 
1885-95 5 buyer and storekeeper, Solvay Process Co., since 1895 ; pur- 
chasing agent Delray Connecting R. R. ; secretary Independence Lumber 
Co. Republican. Member New York Society of Detroit. Clubs: Fel- 
lowcraft, Solvay Boat. Recreation: Music. Office: Solvay Process 
Co. Residence : 1084 Trumbull Av. 



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GOODRICH, James S.; born, Blissfield, Mich., Apr. 26, 1843; son 
of Nelson L. and Ruth (Pease) Goodrich ; educated in public schools of 
Blissfield, Adrian College Preparatory School, Bryant & Stratton Com- 
mercial College, Detroit, graduating, 1864; married at Detroit, Feb. 22, 
1876, Clara I. Jenness. Worked on farm until 21 years of age; was in 
employ of David Preston, banker, Detroit, until Jan. i, 1884, since 
which time has been identified with real estate business, first with his 
brother, John C, under style of Goodrich Bros., and operating as above 
since death of his brother, 1907. Republican. Congregationalist. 
Member Masonic order. Club : Detroit Boat. Recreation : Boating. 
Office: Walker Blk., Fort and Griswold Sts. Residence: 67 Edmund 
Place. 

GOODRICH, Joseph Parshall, insurance, loans and real estate ; 
born, Blissfield, Mich., June 26, 1864; son of Nelson Lyman and Clarissa 
Cornelia (Parshall) Goodrich; graduate West Blissfield (Mich.) High 
School, 1881 ; married at Detroit, Nov. 7, 1889, Viella Tuttle. Entered 
insurance business, December, 1881, with late brother, John C. Good- 
rich ; was with Goodrich Bros., 1884-1901 ; founded Goodrich Insurance 
Agency, Jan. i, 1901, of which has since continued the head. Republican. 
Baptist. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Member Palestine 
Lodge No. 357, F. & A. M., King Cyrus Chapter No. 133, R. A. M., 
Michigan Sovereign Consistory (32°), Moslem Temple, A. A. O. 
N. M. S., all of Detroit. Recreation: Traveling. Office: 1135-1136 
Majestic Bldg., Detroit. Residence (summer) : 299 W. Sandwich St., 
Windsor, Ont. 

GORDON, Charles Edwin; born, Chicago, 1866; son of Henry 
David and Rozella R. (StofTord) Gordon; educated in Chicago public 
schools and by private teachers; married at Angola, Ind., Sept. 30, 1902, 
Wava Poland. Devoted a number of years to mechanical training; was 
with J. W. Reedy & Co., Chicago Elevator Works, two years; with 
Crane Co., Chicago, five years, and Ames & Frost, Chicago, three years ; 
was connected for two years with the Slayton Lyceum Bureau and acted 
as sales agent for the Whitely Steel Co., Muncie, Ind. ; was one of the 
organizers of the Western Malleable Steel Co., steel castings and drop 
forgings, in operation since Sept. 5, 1905. Recreation : Fishing. Office : 
1250 River St. Residence: 460 Hubbard Av. 

GORENFLO, August Herman, physician; born, Detroit, May 27, 
1874; son of Theodore and Marie (Melchoir) Gorenflo; educated in 
public schools ; M. D., Detroit College of Medicine, 1895 ; post-graduate 
studies at Vienna and Berlin; married at Detroit, 1906, Hattie Clippert. 
Has practiced in Detroit since 1895; demonstrator in bacteriology, De- 
troit College of Medicine; microscopist to Harper Hospital; surgeon 
Police Department, City of Detroit. Member American Medical Asso- 
ciation, Michigan State and Wayne County Medical Societies. Member 
Harmonic Society. Club: Detroit Yacht. Office: 124 Broadway. 
Residence : 89 Garfield Av. 



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GORMAN, John Joseph; born, Detroit, Mar. 28, 1865; son of 
Thomas A. and Mary (Marshall) Gorman; educated in public schools 
of Detroit; married, Detroit, Nov. 4, 1891, Margaret Doherty. Began 
active career as clerk in employ of J, L. Hudson, general merchandise, 
continuing, 1884-89; entered business in his own name, retail hats and 
men's furnishings, in which he has since continued. Democrat. Roman 
Catholic. Member Board of Commerce, B. P. O. E. Recreation : 
Horseback riding, hunting, fishing. Office : Michigan Av. and Lafayette 
Blvd. Residence : 500 Trumbull Av. 

GOSS, John C. ; born, Barnstable, England, May 15, 1848; son of 
John C. and Susanna (Ridd) Goss; educated in public schools; married 
at Bristol, Eng., 1871, Mary J. Allen. Served 7 years as apprentice to 
trade of sail making, at Bristol; came to Detroit, 1871, and followed 
trade until 1877, when he established The J. C. Goss Co., of which he is 
president and manager. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Former 
school inspector of Detroit. Republican. Methodist. Mason (32°), 
Shriner; member I. O. O. F., U. C. T, of America. Club : Detroit Yacht. 
Recreation: Fishing. Office: 10 Atwater St., E. Residence: 375 Penn- 
sylvania Av. 

GOUX, Louis J., physician; born, Detroit, Nov. 2, 1871 ; son of 
James J. and Catherina (Dormoy) Goux; educated in public and high 
schools of Detroit; Detroit College of Medicine, graduating, M. D., 1894; 
post-graduate courses at University of Michigan, Philadelphia Polyclinic, 
New York Post Graduate School and Vienna University; married at De- 
troit, Jan. 23, 1900, Charlotte B. Warren. Has practiced in Detroit since 
1898; specialist in eye, ear, nose and throat; ophthalmologist and otolo- 
gist to Eastern Michigan Asylum, Pontiac, Mich. Member Wayne Coun- 
ty Medical Society, American Medical Association, Academy of Ophthal- 
mology and Oto-Laryngology, Detroit Ophthalmic and Otologic Club. 
Clubs: Fellowcraft, Detroit Golf. Recreation: Golf. Office: 315-317 
Stevens Bldg. Residence: Mayview Flats, 73 N. Boul. E. 

GRAETHER, Theodore, real estate and loans ; born, Newark, N. J., 
Dec. 17, 1851 ; son of Arnold Graether and Mary (Jaeger) Graether; 
educated in public schools, Lutheran German School, Trenton, and 
Bridgeport (Conn.) public schools; married at Rochester, N. Y., Oct. 30, 
1879, Lillian A. Swift (now deceased) ; again, Rochester, Mar. 21, 1901, 
Alma A. Colton. Began active career in Cheveries Chain Factory, Tren- 
ton, 1864; removed to Bridgeport, Conn., and entered employ of Bridge- 
port Spring and Axle Co., 1866 ; with Aetna Spring and Axle Co., Bridge- 
port, 1873; removed to Rochester, N. Y., and was employed by James 
Cunningham & Son, coach builders, 1876-83 ; came to Detroit and was 
superintendent carriage department Detroit Steel and Spring Co., 1883- 
Jan., 1887; has been in real estate and building business since 1887; 
manager Theodore Graether & Co. since 1903. Protestant. Recreation : 
Travel. Office: 311 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 1283 14th Av., Detroit. 



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GRAHAM, Alexander D., manufacturer; born, Sidney, O., May 24, 
1855 ; son of Thomas B. and Jane E. (nee Ginn) Graham ; educated in 
public and high schools of Sidney. Married, Sidney, O., Mar. 28, 1876, 
Olive DeWeese (died, May 23, 1890). Began in dry goods business in 
Ohio, 1877; removed to Detroit, 1894, and continued in same line of busi- 
ness for 3 years ; assisted in organizing the Bell-Graham Co., of which 
he is president, 1900, and has since engaged in manufacture of dress 
skirts and petticoats. Recreation : Reading. Office : 1 1 W. Woodbridge 
St. Residence : 579 Woodward Av. 

GRAHAM, Burke M., manufacturer; born, Rochester, N. Y., Apr. 5, 
1854; son of Ansel B. and Sarah M. Graham; educated in public and 
high schools of Rochester; married, Detroit, 1878, Carrie Stringer. Came 
to Detroit, 1869, and began business career as clerk for Hayden & Bald- 
win, harness and saddlery, later becoming traveling salesman for the 
firm ; formed partnership with Edwin E. and Henry I. Armstrong in 
firm of Armstrong & Graham, 1880, wholesalers and manufacturers of 
harness and saddlery, and has since continued as member of the firm. 
Clubs : Detroit, Country, Old Club. Recreations : Fishing and hunting. 
Office: 132 Jefferson Av. Residence: 69 Davenport St. 

GRAHAM, Don M., physician and dentist; born in Dutton, Ont., 
Can., Aug. 4, 1874; son of Neil and Margaret (McKillop) Graham; edu- 
cated in public and high schools of Glencoe, Ont. ; D. D. S., Dental De- 
partment, Detroit College of Medicine, 1898; M. D., Medical Department, 
same college, 1902 ; unmarried. Began practice of dentistry, 1898, and 
has engaged in medical practice therewith since 1902, specializing in oral 
surgery ; lecturer Dental Department, Detroit College of Medicine. Pres- 
byterian. Member ist District Dental Society of Michigan (secretary), 
Michigan Dental Society, American Medical Association, Michigan State 
and Wayne County Medical societies. Qubs: Fellowcraft, Motor Boat. 
Recreation : Motor boating. Office : 605 Washington Arcade. Residence : 
783 Woodward Av. 

GRANT, Schuyler; born, Rushford, N. Y., Sept. 25, 1840; son of 
Harlow K. and Emily (Rathbun) Grant; moved with family to Rock- 
ville. Conn., 1848; educated in public schools of Rockville; Connecticut 
Literary Institution, Suffield, Conn. ; University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, 
1860-64, graduating with degree of A. B., 1864; married at Ann Arbor, 
1865, Alice E. Smith. Was identified with educational institutions at 
Hartford, Conn., and Providence, R. I., for about a year and a half after 
leaving university ; in employ of First National Bank, Ann Arbor, 1867- 
69, and became cashier of newly organized Ann Arbor Savings Bank, 
1869; came to Detroit, 1874, and entered employ of the Mutual Life In- 
surance Co. of New York as correspondent and became cashier, manager 
and general agent, retiring from insurance business in 1899, to devote 
attention to personal affairs. Republican. Baptist ; trustee and treasurer 
Woodward Av. Baptist Church for 30 years. Trustee Kalamazoo Col- 



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lege 25 years, and chairman of board since 1900. Club : Old Club. Of- 
fice: 80 Griswold St. Residence: 1245 Woodward Av. 

GRAY, David; born, Detroit, Jan. 20, 1870; son of John S. and 
Anna (Hayward) Gray; educated in public schools of Detroit; married, 
Detroit, May 16, 1894, Martha L. Piatt. Began active career as clerk in 
Preston National Bank, 1888; treasurer Gray, Toynton & Fox, 1889; 
secretary and treasurer Gray Motor Co. since 1905. Vice president De- 
troit Leather Specialty Co. ; director Ford Motor Co. Republican. Mem- 
ber Disciples of Christ (church); Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs: 
Country, Boat, Racquet, Automobile, Motor Boat, Boat Club Yachts- 
man. Recreations : Automobiling, motor boating, golf. Office : Lieb 
and Earned Sts. Residence : 165 Parker Av. 

GRAY, John W., druggist; born, Ontario, Can., Jan, 11, 1861 ; son 
of William F. and Adeline E, (Benn) Gray; educated in common schools 
of Ontario; came to Detroit, Mar., 1886; married at Detroit, June 29, 
1892, Martha J. Seabury. Began drug business in Detroit, Aug., 1886, 
as member of the firm of Hurd & Gray, 208 Woodward Av. ; firm incor- 
porated 1898, as Hurd & Gray Co., later becoming Gray & Worcester, 
wholesale and retail dealers in drugs, and has continued under that title. 
Member Maccabees. Recreations : Gardening and outdoor sports. Of- 
fice: 208 Woodward Av., Detroit. Residence: 56 Winder St., Detroit; 
summer residence : Grosse He, Mich. 

GRAY, Paul Robert, manager National Candy Co. ; born, Detroit, 
July 24, 1867; son of John Simpson and Anna (Hayward) Gray; edu- 
cated in Detroit High School, 1882-86, and Michigan University, 1886- 
90, graduating, degree of A. B., 1890; married, Detroit, Jan, 23, 1900, 
Frances Noble. Has been connected with the manufacture of candy in 
Detroit since beginning of his business career, and since 1902 as mana- 
ger of the Detroit branch of the National Candy Co. Also vice president 
Gray Motor Co. and Knock-Down Manufacturing Co. ; secretary Gray, 
Toynton & Fox Factory ; director German-American Bank. Was mem- 
ber Michigan Naval Reserves for 3 years. Member Detroit Board of 
Commerce, Member Christian Church, Psi Upsilon. Clubs: University, 
Detroit Boat. Recreations : Automobiling and other outdoor diversions. 
Office: 37 E. Woodbridge St. Residence: 154 Van Dyke Av. 

GRAY, Robert T., lawyer; born, Detroit, Dec. 26, 1859; son of Wil- 
liam and Mary (Stewart) Gray; educated in public schools of Detroit; 
University of Michigan, graduating, degree of A. B., 1882 ; Harvard Law 
School, degree of LL. B., 1884. Married at New York City, Apr. 29, 
1889, Elizabeth Mandell. Entered law office of his brother, William J., 
1884, and has been member firm of Gray & Gray since 1888. Director 
White Star Line, Detroit Legal News. Independent in politics. Episco- 
palian as to church affiliation. Member Delta Kappa Epsilon, Clubs : 
Detroit, Country, Detroit Boat, Recreation : Outdoor sports. Office : 
623 Moffat Blk. Residence : 565 Jefferson Av. 



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GRAY, William D., railway official ; born, Mt. Orab, O., Sept. 17, 
1862; son of Leander and Sarah J. (Day) Gray; educated in public 
schools of Ohio; unmarried. Began in railway service as telegraph opera- 
tor and station agent Cincinnati & Eastern Ry., at Mt. Orab, 1878, con- 
tinuing until 1880; in same capacity at Winchester, O., 1880-82; in au- 
ditor's office, same road, at Cincinnati, 1882-86; auditor Ohio & North- 
western Ry., and its successor, the Cincinnati, Portsmouth & Virginia 
Rd., 1895-01, Dayton, Lebanon & Cincinnati R. R., 1893-02; general au- 
ditor South Carolina & George Extension R. R., 1899-02; auditor Cin- 
cinnati, Portsmouth & Virginia R. R., 1901-02; auditor Detroit Southern 
R. R. and its successor, the Detroit, Toledo & Ironton Ry., since June, 
1901 ; also auditor Ann Arbor R. R. since Aug., 1905. Republican. Metho- 
dist. Club: Detroit Boat. Recreations: Horseback riding, golf and other 
outdoor diversions. Office: Penobscot Bldg. Residence: Hotel Ste. 
Claire. 

GRAY, William J., lawyer ; born, Detroit, July 9, 1857 ; son of Wil- 
liam and Mary (Stewart) Gray; educated in public schools of Detroit 
and Literary Department, University of Michigan, graduating, degree 
of A. B., 1877; married at Detroit, June 2, 1887, Hannah Van Vechten 
Hammond. Studied law in office of R. P. Toms, Detroit; was admitted 
to the bar, 1879, and has ever since engaged in practice in Detroit; mem- 
ber of law firm of Gray & Gray since 1888. Director Security Trust 
Co., Michigan Savings Bank, Detroit, Belle Isle & Windsor Ferry Co. 
Independent in politics. Episcopalian. Member Delta Kappa Epsilon. 
Clubs: Detroit, University, Country, Detroit Boat. Recreation: Out- 
door sports. Office : 623 Moffat Bldg., Detroit. Residence : Grosse 
Pointe Farms, Mich. 

GREEN, Andrew H., Jr., manager Solvay process; born in Syra- 
cuse, N. Y. ; educated at Cornell University, Sibley College of Engineer- 
ing. Began active career with Solvay Process Co. of America, manu- 
facturers of by-products, at general headquarters of the company, Syra- 
cuse, 1886; has been in charge of company's office in Detroit since 1897. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs: Detroit, Yondotega, Fel- 
lowcraft. Office: 2100 Jefferson Av., W., Detroit. Residence: Grosse 
Pointe Farms, Mich. 

GREEN, Irving W., secretary and assistant treasurer Parker Bros. 
Co., Ltd. ; born, Suncook, N. H., Nov. 4, 1862 ; son of Nelson and Mary 
E. (Colby) Green; educated in public schools, Escanaba, Mich., and in 
high school and business college, Detroit; married, Windsor, Ont., Feb. 
6, 1890, Hannah B. Thompson, of Chicago. Began business career in 
Detroit, March, 1880, as bookkeeper for A. A. Parker & Bro., and at time 
of reorganization. Mar. 9, 1903, became secretary and assistant treasurer 
of the incorporated company, wholesale and retail coal, coke, sand, fire 
brick, fire and marine insurance, wrecking and vessel agents. Vice presi- 
dent Roseland Park Cemetery Association ; director Epicure Baking Co. 



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Republican. Methodist. Member B. P. O. E. Recreation : Baseball, of- 
fice: 15 Atwater St., W. Residence: 330 Kirby Av., W. 

GREEN, William S., trustee William B. Wesson estate; 2d vice 
president Wayne County Savings Bank. Office: Penobscot Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 29 Delaware Av. 

GREENWOOD, William T., insurance ; born, Geneva, N. Y., Mar. 
9, 1872; son of Robert and Emma (Smith) Greenwood; educated in 
public and high schools of Rochester; unmarried. Began active career 
as clerk in bank at Rochester, continuing for 5 years ; was in grain and 
produce business in Boston 5 years; entered fire insurance business, 
1899, came to Detroit, 1901, and since 1904 has been vice president James 
A. Jones Agency, general agents Granite State Fire Insurance Co., Ports- 
mouth, N. H., for Michigan and Ohio. Was member ist Separate Co., 
New York N. G. for 5 years. Republican. Catholic. Recreation : Driv- 
ing. Office : 507 Union Trust Bldg. Residence : 732 Trumbull Av. 

GREGG, James H., hardware merchant ; born. Browning, Mo., Aug. 
8, 1866; son of George and Mary (Steele) Gregg; educated in public 
schools; married at Carrollton, O., Jan. 8, 1888, Dora Gantz. Was em- 
ployed as clerk in wholesale hardware houses, Cleveland, O., until 1888, 
when he removed to Detroit as department manager for Buhl Sons Co., 
wholesale hardware ; organized the Gregg Hardware Co., retail hard- 
ware and builders' supplies, 1905, of which he is secretary and treasurer; 
vice president Detroit Wire and Iron Works. Republican. Congrega- 
tionalist. Member Ohio Society, Board of Commerce. Mason (32°), 
Shriner. Office : 48 Cadillac Sq. Residence : 30 Leicester Court. 

GREUSEL, Francis H., dentist; born, Detroit, Oct. 11, 1871 ; son of 
Joseph and Margaret (DeMass) Greusel ; A. B., Detroit College, 1889, 
A. M., 1892; D. D. S., Philadelphia Dental College, 1892; married at De- 
troit, Mar. 31, 1902, Daisy MacClean. Has practiced in Detroit since 
1892. Director choir of Jefferson Avenue Presbyterian Church, Young 
People's Choral Society and Boylston Club. Member First District Den- 
tal Society. Club : Detroit Boat. Recreation : Music. Office : 270 Wood- 
ward Av. Residence: 29 Bethune Av., E. 

GRIFFITH, Armond Harold, director Museum of Art; born, 
Knightstown, Ind., June 11, i860; son of Collins W. and Katherine (Con- 
way) Griffith ; educated at home by his father. Has been director of the 
Detroit Museum of Art since Jan. i, 1890. Member Detroit Scientific As- 
sociation, Society of Western Artists, Societe des Sauveteurs du Dernier 
Adieu, of France (decorated by same). Hon. member Detroit Post, G. 
A. R. Club : Salmagundi. Has lectured extensively. Office : Detroit 
Museum of Art. Residence: 52 Ferry Av., W. 

GRIFFITHS, John E., railway official ; born, Battle Creek, Mich., 
Apr. 8, 1844; son of John J. and Charlotte (Kewney) Griffiths; educated 
in public schools of Battle Creek; married at Detroit, July 31, 1868, Ella 
Granger. Began active career as messenger in telegraph office of Michi- 



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gan Central R. R. Co., at Battle Creek, i860, and later had charge of 
telegraph offices at Battle Creek and Detroit; transferred to freight de- 
partment and was promoted consecutively to private secretary to general 
superintendent, private secretary to James F. Fay, president, cashier, and 
has been local treasurer Michigan Central R. R. Co. since Oct., 1895, 
Also local treasurer Canada Southern Ry., Toronto, Hamilton & Buffalo 
Ry., Detroit River Tunnel Co. ; treasurer Detroit & Charlevoix Ry., 
Railroad Y. M. C. A. ; cashier Jackson, Lansing & Saginaw Ry. Land De- 
partment ; director Chicago, Kalamazoo & Saginaw Ry., Buchanan & St. 
Joseph R. R. Co. Republican. Episcopalian. Member Corinthian Lodge 
No. 241, A. F. &A. M. Office: Michigan Central R. R. Residence: 36 
Stimson PI. 

GRIGGS, Chauncey C, railway official ; born, Detroit ; son of Theo- 
dore D. and Mary A. (Kenyon) Griggs; educated in public and high 
schools of Detroit ; unmarried. Entered railway service as clerk in office 
of Michigan Central fast freight lines, 1885 ; became chief clerk and was 
appointed state agent fast freight lines and commercial agent Michigan 
Central road, 1897; has been assistant general freight agent same road 
since May i, 1907. Congregationalist. Clubs: Country, Detroit Boat, 
Commercial. Recreations : Golf, tennis, boating, automobiling, fishing. 
Office: 51 M. C. R. R. Depot. Residence: 1095 Woodward Av. 

GRINDLEY, Robert M., chairman and general manager City and 
Suburban Homes Co., Ltd. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Of- 
fice : 35-37 State St. Residence : 100 Forest Av., W. 

GRINNELL, Clayton A., piano manufacturer and general music 
dealer; born near Albion, N. Y., Dec. 2, 1859; son of Ira and Betsy A. 
(Balcome) Grinnell ; educated in district schools of Orleans Co., N. Y., 
and at University of Michigan, graduating, 1879; married at Detroit, 
May 21, 1904, Miss Myrta Gay. Began in music business at Ann Arbor, 
Mich., with brother, Ira L., under title of Grinnell Bros., 1880; firm lo- 
cated in Detroit, 1882, and began manufacture of pianos, 1901 ; firm now 
has 16 stores in operation in United States and Canada. Member Na- 
tional Association of Piano Dealers of America (first vice president, 
elected June, 1907), Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican as to poli- 
tics. Methodist in church affiliation. Member Masonic order, K. O. T, M., 
Loyal Guards. Recreations: Hunting, fishing and travel. Office: 241- 
243 Woodward Av. Residence : 1695 Woodward Av. 

GRINNELL, Ira L., manufacturer of pianos and general music 
dealer; born, Niagara Co., N, Y., Mar. i, 1848; son of Ira and Betsy 
(Balcom) Grinnell; educated at academy, Albion, N. Y., and at Man- 
chester, Mich,; married, ist, Ann Arbor, Mich., Ellen Park (now de- 
ceased) ; 2nd, Detroit, Sept., 1892, Miss Emily Lightfoot. Engaged in 
sewing machine business at Ann Arbor and Detroit, 1866-82 ; entered 
music business with his brother, Clayton A. Grinnell, 1882, and has since 
been senior partner of the firm of Grinnell Bros., manufacturers, music 



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dealers and jobbers of talking machines, with piano factory and head- 
quarters in Detroit and branches in the principal cities of Michigan. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce, Municipal League. Republican. 
Member O. E. S. Office : 243-247 Woodward Av. Residence : 61 Peter- 
boro St. 

GRISWOLD, Stewart Curtis, lawyer; born, Pontiac, Mich., Mar. 
17, 1877; son of Ahira and Cora Cornelia (Stewart) Griswold ; educated 
in public schools of Detroit; Detroit College of Law, one year; Colum- 
bian University (now George Washington University), Washington, D. 
C, 4 years, LL. B., 1899, LL. M., 1900; unmarried. Page to Lieutenant 
Governor Giddings, session of Michigan State Legislature, 1893 ; private 
secretary for 2 years to Lieutenant Colonel Henry A. Greene, War De- 
partment, Washington, D. C. ; in practice of law at Detroit since 1902. 
Republican. Member Phi Delta Phi, B. P. O. E., Knights of Pythias. 
Club : Fellowcraft. Recreation : Outdoor sports. Office : 816 Hammond 
Bldg, Residence: 55 Milbourne Av. 

GROSFIELD, Anthony, real estate and insurance ; born, Westpha- 
lia, Germany, July 4, 1843; son of Theodore and Francisca (Grobbel) 
Grosfield ; educated in private schools of Westphalia, 1850-56, and col- 
lege, Westphalia, 18^6-59; married at Detroit, Nov. 14, 1871, Elizabeth 
Vogt. Began active career as clerk in general mercantile store, West- 
phalia, continuing 1860-63 ; came to United States, 1863, and located at 
Cold Spring, N. Y. ; employed in armament department of U. S. gov- 
ernment, 1863-64; learned trade of polishing and grinding edge 
tools, at Collinsville, Conn., 1864-66, and came to Detroit and began in 
business for himself as grocer, in which he continued, 1861-81, when he 
sold out and engaged in hardware business, 1881-87; began in real es- 
tate business while handling hardware and has confined himself to real 
estate and insurance since 1877; member firm of Grosfield & Scanlon 
since 1892. Member Real Estate Board. Democrat. Alderman 12th ward, 
1874-75; member Board of Estimates, 1876-77; member Board of Edu- 
cation, 1882-86; state senator 3rd district, 1889-90. Catholic. Member 
Catholic Mutual Benefit Association. Club : Harmonic. Recreation : 
Travel. Office: 983 Michigan Av. Residence: 819 W. Grand Blvd. 

GRYLLS, Humphry John Maxwell, architect ; born, England, Mar. 
8, 1865; son of Humphry Millett and Henrietta Elizabeth (Fox) Grylls; 
educated in private school in England, 1873-75, Truro Grammar School, 
1875-77, Crewkerne Grammar School, 1877-81 ; came to America, 1881 ; 
married, Detroit, 1893, Mary Field. Began active career in employ of W. 
E. Brown, architect, Detroit, in May, 1883, continuing until 1885 ; was 
for a short time in office of Donaldson Sz. Meier, architects, Detroit, and 
in latter part of 1885 became connected with William Scott & Co., and 
was admitted to the firm in 1889, when the title was changed to John 
Scott & Co.; entered business independently in Detroit in 1903, under 
name of H. J. Maxwell Grylls ; title became Grylls & Gies in 1905 ; in 
Feb., 1907, assisted in organizing corporation of Smith, Hinchman & 



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Grylls, of which is vice president. Fellow American Institute of Archi- 
tects ; president Michigan Chapter American Institute of Architects ; 
member Detroit Architectural Club. Clubs : Detroit, Detroit Country, 
Detroit Athletic, Witenagemote. Office: 710 Washington Arcade. Resi- 
dence : 478 Field Av. 

GUENTHER, Fred, insurance; born, Detroit, Apr. 17, 1859; son 
of Peter and Magdalena (Herterich) Guenther; educated in parochial 
schools, German-American Seminary, Detroit, and Detroit High School, 
graduating from the latter, 1877; married at Mount Clemens, Mich., 
1893, Emma Kendrick. Began active career in office of his father, who 
was justice of the peace, and remained for 3 years; entered into partner- 
ship with brother under title of Guenther Bros., general insurance agents, 
1880, and since 1883 has continued in same line alone; also agent for 
ocean steamship lines. Director Home Savings Bank ; secretary F. A. 
Thompson & Co., Inc. Was member Detroit Board of Park Commis- 
sioners, 1891-95. Member Fire Underwriters' Association, National As- 
sociation of Local Fire Insurance Agents (vice president), German Sales- 
men's Association, Turners' Society, Concordia Society, Arion Society. 
Clubs: Detroit Yacht, Detroit Boat. Office: Peninsular Bank Bldg. 
Residence: 559 3rd Av. 

GUEST, Edgar Albert, writer ; born, Birmingham, England, Aug. 20, 
1881 ; son of Edwin and Julia (Wayne) Guest; came to America, May, 
1891 ; educated in Detroit public and high schools ; married at Detroit, 
June 28, 1906, Nellie Grossman. Has been connected with the Detroit 
Free Press since 1895, serving in all reportorial capacities; has conducted 
an original column of verse and humorous sketches, daily except Mon- 
day, since 1906. Recreations: Outdoor sports, fishing. Office: Detroit 
Free Press. Residence: 1254 14th Av. 

GULLEY, Orrin P., register of deeds ; born. Dearborn, Mich., Nov. 
13, 1858; son of Alfred B. and Sophia A. (Abel) Gulley ; educated in dis- 
trict school and at Michigan Agricultural College, graduating degree 
of B. S., Nov. 21, 1879; married at Detroit, Dec. 31, 1890, Susan Ida Read. 
Republican. Was supervisor of township, 1894-97; county poor commis- 
sioner, 1898-02; has been register of deeds, Wayne County, since Jan. 
I, 1903. Presbyterian. Member Masonic order (32°), Knights Templar; 
K. O'. T. M., National Union, Phi Delta Theta. Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Recreations : Hunting, fishing and baseball. Office : Coun- 
ty Bldg. Residence : 66 Atkinson Av, 

GUNDERSON, Gunnar Bert, secretary and treasurer Detroit Stove 
Works; born, Chicago, Jan. 31, i860; educated in public schools, Chicago, 
up to 14; married at Waco, Tex., Apr. 9, 1902, Martha Brooks. Began 
active career as clerk in hardware store at 14 ; stenographer in law office 
at 19, also law student at same time, 1879; became stenographer for firm 
of Fuller & Warren Co., Chicago, 1880, and later assistant manager, when 
accepted similar position with Chicago branch of the Detroit Stove 



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Works, 1891 ; removed to Detroit as treasurer of the company, 1893, and 
in a few years became director, secretary and treasurer. Organized, with 
W. T. Barbour, the Northern Motor Car Co., 1902, of which is vice presi- 
dent and director. Director National Bank of Commerce. Democrat 
previous to 1896. Protestant. Clubs : Detroit, Fellowcraft, Detroit Boat, 
Detroit Automobile. Office : Detroit Stove Works. Residence : 148 Mc- 
Dougall Av. 

GUTHARD, Henry J., fire insurance; born, Detroit, Jan. 19, 1871 ; 
son of Jacob and Louise ( Aberle) Guthard ; educated in public and high 
schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, June 5, 1894, Miss Hattie Sham- 
berg. Began active career in employ of Elias Aberle, real estate and fire 
insurance, continuing until 1891, when he succeeded Mr. Aberle in the 
fire insurance interests under firm name of H. J. Guthard ; was joined 
by his father, 1900, and the title of the firm has since been Jacob Guthard 
& Son. Director American National Life Insurance Co. of Detroit, and 
U. S. Casualty Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. 
Protestant. Mason; member B. P. O. E. Clubs: Harmonic, Fellowcraft, 
German Salesmen, Detroit Athletic. Recreations: Shooting and other 
outdoor diversions. Office: 95 Fort St., West. Residence: 399 Field Av. 

GUTHARD, Jacob, fire insurance ; born, Hessen, Germany, June 7, 
1846; son of Henry and Mary (Schneider) Guthard; came to America, 
1854; educated in public schools of Germany and Detroit; married at 
Detroit, 1870, Louise Aberle. Learned steamfitting trade and worked as 
journeyman until the Civil War; enlisted Aug. 16, 1861, in 9th Michigan 
Volunteer Infantry, and served 13 months, being seriously wounded at 
battle of Murfreesboro ; was physically unable to follow his trade and 
learned shoemaking trade, in which he engaged for 7 years; was in gro- 
cery business at diflferent times, 1868-1890; entered insurance business 
of his son, 1896, since which time the firm has been Jacob Guthard & 
Son. Also president U. S. Casualty Co. of Detroit; director American 
National Life Insurance Co., and of the Steel Cooperage Co. Republican; 
alderman 6th ward since 1903; superintendent Wayne County Poor 3 
years ; receiver of taxes, Wayne County, 5 years ; commissioner of pub- 
lic works, 63^ years. Protestant in religious belief. Mason (32°), Shrin- 
er; member I. O. O. F., Detroit Post No. 384 G. A. R. Clubs: Harmonic, 
Mervue. Recreation: Outdoor diversions : Office: 95 Fort St., W. Resi- 
dence: 188 Montcalm St., E. 

HAARER, Jacob John, commissioner of public works; born, Man- 
chester, Mich., Oct. 4, 1864; son of Ernest G. and Hannah Katherine 
(Knapp) Haarer; educated in district school, Manchester High School, 
Elmhurst College, 111., Olivet College, Mich., and University of Michigan 
to 1885 ; married, Plymouth, Mich., Jan. 23, 1907, Edith Dot Noyes. Raised 
on a farm until 16; after leaving university, came to Detroit and filled 
position as clerk in drug store ; entered drug business on own account, 
1894, continuing until July i, 1905, since which time has been commis- 



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sioner of Public Works. Member Michigan National Guard for ten 
years ; advanced from private to corporal and sergeant and received hon- 
orable discharge; member Common Council, City of Detroit, five years 
(president, 1901). Republican. Protestant. Mason, Member Odd Fel- 
lows, Maccabees, Phi Chi, Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs: Detroit 
Yacht, Concordia. Recreations: Hunting and fishing. Office: City 
Hall. Residence: 222 Myrtle St. 

HAASS, Julius Henry, banking; born, Detroit, Feb. 22, 1869; son 
of Charles W. F, and Marie (Clippert) Haass; educated in public and 
private schools of Detroit; married, Detroit, Nov. 21, 1898, Lillian Hen- 
kel Began active career under J. L. Hudson, general merchandise ; 
entered service of The Home Savings Bank as messenger, at the time of 
the organization of the bank, 1889, continued through various positions 
and has been cashier of the bank since May, 1894; director Security 
Trust Co. ; director and secretary George H. Clippert & Bro. Brick Co. 
Member Evangelical Church. Member Michigan Bankers' Association, 
American Bankers' Association, Detroit Bankers' Club, Detroit Board of 
Commerce. Clubs: Harmonic and Country of Grosse Pointe. Recrea- 
tions: Hunting and athletic sports. Ofhce: Griswold St. and Michigan 
Av. Residence : 484 E. Grand Blvd. 

HABERKORN, C. H., manufacturer of furniture ; born, Detroit, July 
27, 1856; son of Henry and Margaret (Kolby) Haberkorn ; educated in 
public schools up to 11 and thereafter in school of experience; married 
at Detroit, Oct. 24, 1884, Fannie H, Ruehle. Went to San Francisco 
early, where he remained until 1874, and assisted in building the Palace 
Hotel, which was destroyed by earthquake, 1906; returned to Detroit in 
1878, entered furniture business, in which he has since continued ; presi- 
dent and treasurer of C. H. Haberkorn & Co., manufacturers of parlor, 
library and directors' tables. Motto : Any boy or man can succeed who 
always does a little more than he is paid to do. Member Presbyterian 
Church. Associate member G. A. R. Member Archaeological Society of 
Detroit and Geographical Society of America. Clubs: Country, Detroit 
and Wayne. Recreations: Golf, billiards and motoring. Office: 221-241 
Orchard St. Residence : 45 Ferry A v., E. 

HAIGH, Henry A., lawyer; born, Dearborn, Mich., Mar. 13, 1854; 
son of Richard and Lucy (Allyn) Haigh ; educated in public schools of 
Dearborn, 1862-70; Michigan Agricultural College, graduating, degree 
of B. S., 1874; University of Michigan, degree of LL. B., 1878; married 
at Detroit, 1895, Caroline L. Comstock (two sons, Andrew Comstock 
and Richard Allyn). Was admitted to the bar, 1878; began practice in 
Detroit, 1879, and was in active practice about fifteen years; associated 
with late Colonel John Atkinson, Hon. William L. Carpenter (since chief 
justice of Michigan) and Hon. F. L. Brooke, now judge Wayne County 
Circuit Court. Became interested in various industrial enterprises, 1899; 
one of the organizers and builders of the Toledo, Fremont and Norwalk 
Railway (inter-urban electric, 65 miles), now constituting part of the 



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main line of Lake Shore Electric Ry. ; also Rochester and Eastern Rail- 
way (50 miles), now owned by New York Central Ry. Co.; at present 
engaged in completing Milwaukee Northern Railway (121 miles), an 
inter-urban electric system extending north and northwest from Milwau- 
kee. One of the organizers and incorporators of the Continental Casualty 
Company of Chicago. President Detroit Sanitarium Co. ; treasurer Com- 
stock-Haigh-Walker Company, railway engineers and constructors ; 
treasurer and general counsel Milwaukee Northern Railway ; Michigan 
counsel Continental Casualty Co. ; director Peninsular Savings Bank, of 
Detroit, Alpena Power Co. Republican; presidential elector, 1892; 
alternate delegate-at-large. Republican National Convention, 1896. Mem- 
ber American Public Health Association, Michigan State Board of 
Health, 1901-05, Michigan State Historical Society (member executive 
board, 1906). Episcopalian. Mason. Clubs: Detroit, Country Club, 
Crosse Pointe. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: Campau Bldg. 
Residence: 47 Alexandrine Av., E. 

HALL, John S., dentist; born, Pittsburg, Pa., Aug. 26, 1867; son 
of John and Eliza J. (Greenaway) Hall; educated in Ontario public 
schools, Harrison Collegiate Institute, Toronto University ; D. D. S., 
Detroit College of Medicine, 1897; married, Detroit, June 14, 1900, 
Emily Fettig. Has practiced in Detroit since 1897; professor of com- 
parative dental anatomy and operative technics, Department of Dental 
Surgery, Detroit College of Medicine. Member Michigan State and ist 
District Dental societies. Member Board of Education, Delray. Mason 
(32°), Shriner; member Odd Fellows, Knights of Pythias. Recreations: 
Outdoor diversions. Office: People's State Bank Bldg., Delray. Resi- 
dence: 2201 W. Jefferson Av., Detroit. 

HALL, Theodore Parsons; born, Rocky Hill, Conn., Dec. 15, 1835; 
son of Samuel H, P. and Emeline (Bulkeley) Hall ; educated in academies 
at Binghamton and Albany, N. Y., and Yale University, graduating, 
1856; married at Detroit, Jan. 11, i860, Alexandrine Louise Godfrey. 
Studied law one year and acted for a short time as assistant manager of 
newspaper; was with the Central Bank, of Brooklyn, N. Y., and later 
with Thompson Bros., brokers. Wall St. ; removed to Detroit, 1859, and 
with L. E. Clark and others established the State Bank of Michigan, 
which later was merged into the First National Bank of Detroit; entered 
grain commission business, 1863, on Detroit Board of Trade; entered 
into partnership in commission business, in 1868, under firm name of 
Gillett & Hall, continuing until 1888, when he retired from active busi- 
ness. Recreations : Travel and literature. Residence : Grosse Pointe 
Farms, Mich. 

HAMBURGER, Frank R.; born, Newark, N. J., Apr. 15, 1864; son 
of Solomon and Mariam Hamburger ; educated in public and night 
schools of Detroit. Came to Detroit with parents, 1866 ; sold newspapers 
on streets, 1874-80; learned carriage trimming and worked at the trade 
in Michigan, Kansas and Nebraska for nine years ; engaged as salesman 



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in wholesale clothing business, 1890, bought out employer's interest, 
1900, since which time he has been member of the firm of Hamburger & 
Silberman and manager of the house. Was secretary East Side Electric 
Lighting Co., 1895-1900. Member Detroit Association of Credit Men 
(chairman legislative committee) and National Association of Credit Men 
(member national legislative committee). Member I, O. O. F. (grand 
lodge officer state of Michigan). Recreations: Study of credit law and of 
the classic drama. Office: 135 Jefferson Av. Residence: 21 Charlotte 
Avenue. 

HAMILTON, James, vice president and treasurer Clinton Woolen 
Manufacturing Co.; born, Owensboro, Ky., July 11, 1866; son of David 
and Martha (Pegram) Hamilton; educated in Kentucky, Glasgow, Scot- 
land, and Detroit; married at Helensburgh, Scotland, Sept. 19, 1899, Miss 
Virginia Pegram Gilmour. Has been a resident of Detroit since 1883 ; 
became connected with the Clinton Woolen Mills, Clinton, Mich., at the 
beginning of his active career and has been vice president and treasurer 
of the company since 1889. Republican. Presbyterian. Clubs : Country, 
Detroit Boat, Detroit Racquet and Curling, Detroit Athletic. Recrea- 
tions: Outdoor sports. Office: 1012-1013 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 
1745 Jefferson Av. 

HAMILTON, William Pegram, manufacturer and banker; born, 
Owensboro, Ky., Dec. 17, 1863; son of David and Martha (Pegram) 
Hamilton ; educated in public schools of Kentucky and at Glasgow Uni- 
versity, Glasgow, Scotland ; married at Detroit, Dec, 1890, Mary McClel- 
lan Farrand. Came to Detroit from Glasgow, 1883; began active career 
in State Savings Bank (established by his father), where he continued 
for three years; then removed to Clinton, Mich., as treasurer of the Clin- 
ton Woolen Manufacturing Co., became president, 1889, and still contin- 
ues in that position. Also vice president National Bank of Commerce 
since its establishment, June i, 1907. Member Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Republican. Presbyterian. Clubs : University (treasurer and 
member board of governors), Detroit, Bankers', Country, Huron Moun- 
tain. Recreations: Fishing and hunting. Office: 1013 Hammond Bldg. 
Residence : 496 Jefferson Av. 

HAMLIN, Byron E., president the Horton-Cato Manufacturing Co. ; 
born, Sterling, Pa., Oct. 9, 1852; son of William E. and Deborah A. 
(Noble) Hamlin; educated at Sterling; grammar and high schools of 
Philadelphia; Bryant & Stratton Business College; married at Piqua, 
O., Jan. I, 1890, Julia H. Harlow. Began at 17 in mercantile and lum- 
ber business with his father at Sterling; bought out his father's in- 
terest, 1875, and continued in his own name until 1889, also entering 
lumber business at Ridgeway, Pa., as Hamlin & Gilpin, 1882; sold out 
and moved to Winston, N. C., 1889, and to Detroit, 1892 ; incorporated 
an old established business, The Horton-Cato Manufacturing Co., Jan. 
I, 1893, manufacturers of fine table products, and since 1900 has been 
president, manager and owner of the company. Also owner real estate 



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and timber lands. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican ; ex- 
postmaster, Sterling. Congregationalist. Member Masonic order, I. O. 
O. F. Club: Fellowcraft. Recreations: Trout fishing, horses. Office: 
Lafayette Av. and M. C. R. R. Residence : 50 Alexandrine Av., W. 

HAMMOND, Charles F., born, Detroit, Jan. 31, 1868; son of George 
Henry and Ellen (Barry) Hammond; educated in public schools of De- 
troit; Detroit College; Massachusetts Institute of Technology, graduat- 
ing, S. B., 1891 ; married at New York City, 1900, Juliet Klous. Has been 
in charge of real estate interests of Hammond estate since 1892 ; presi- 
dent Hammond, Standish & Co., Hammond Building Co.; director Com- 
mercial National Bank. Member Michigan State Naval Brigade ; chief 
master-at-arms U. S. S. Yosemite during Spanish-American War. Mem- 
ber Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs : Detroit, Country, University, 
Old Club, Detroit Boat. Office: 1015 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 162 
Jos. Campau Av. 

HAMMOND, George Starr, president Winn & Hammond ; born^ 
Dayton, O., Aug. 22, 1855 ; son of Joseph and Mary (Starr) Hammond ; 
educated at Central High School of Dayton and Ohio Wesleyan Univer- 
sity, Delaware, O. ; married at Detroit, Oct. 27, 1885, Margaret Hessen 
Baxter. Began in printing business as Winn & Hammond in Detroit, 
1885, and since its incorporation in 1900 has been president of the com- 
pany. Republican. Christian. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Scottish Rite Mason, Knight Templar, Shriner; member Phi Delta Theta. 
Club: Fellowcraft. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 152-156 
Wayne St. Residence: 83 E. Willis Av. 

HAMPER, Walter R., secretary, treasurer and general manager 
Globe Tobacco Co.; born, Fenton, Mich., Aug. 24, 1858; son of Richard 
and Ann (Moore) Hamper; educated in public schools of Grass Lake, 
Mich., 1865-66, Fenton, Mich., 1867-72, Detroit, 1872-73 ; unmarried. 
Began active career in employ of J. F. & W. T. McCauley, retail book- 
sellers, Detroit, 1873 ; was clerk for George W. Langford, retail drugs, 
1874-75; bookkeeper J. P. Mansfield & Co., flour manufacturers, 1875-77; 
was with J. H. Wendell & Co., grain commission, and Horace Turner, 
furniture, after which he entered service of the Globe Tobacco Co., in 
1879, and has ever since been identified with the company, first as book- 
keeper, next as secretary and treasurer, 189 1, and since 1901 as general 
manager, secretary and treasurer. Democrat. Episcopalian. Clubs : De- 
troit Yacht, Harmonie Society. Recreations: Yachting and music. Of- 
fice : Fort St., E., and Brush. Residence : 106 Lafayette Blvd. 

HAMPTON, Charles S., lawyer; born, Medina, Mich., Sept. 10, 1856; 
son of Dr. Carlos D. and Cornelia C. (Drown) Hampton; educated in 
public schools of Hudson and Muir, Mich., and Adrian (Mich.) College, 
graduating, B. S., 1875, M.S., 1878; married at Adrian, Sept. 8, 1886, 
Lida A. Russell. Was principal schools at Harbor Springs and Petoskey, 
Mich., 1875-78; began practice of law at Harbor Springs, also dealing 



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in real estate, 1878, and started newspaper, Emmet County Independent ; 
moved to Petoskey, 1887, consolidated two newspapers and published as 
Independent Democrat, also published Petoskey Daily Resorter, and 
bought Charlevoix Democrat, 1890; sold out interests, removed to De- 
troit, 1900, and resumed practice of law. Director Lapeer Light and 
Power Co., U. S. Concrete Machine Co. Independent Democrat. Justice 
of peace two terms and county superintendent of schools two terms, 
Emmet Co.; member state legislature, 1885-86; state game and fish war- 
den, 1891-95; nominee for Congress, 1896; secretary Democratic State 
Committee, 1898-04; chief reading clerk Democratic National Conven- 
tion, Kansas City, 1900. Member Michigan Bar Association, Wayne 
County Bar Association; State Press Association (honorary). Mason, 
Knight Templar; member Knights of Pythias, D. O. K. K., K. O. T. M., 
M. W. A., R, A. Recreations: Hunting and boating. Office: 51 Home 
Bank Bldg. Residence : 32 Piquette Av. 

HANCOCK, Thomas F. ; born, Marshall, Mich., May 29, 1853 ; son 
of George and Harriet (Saunders) Hancock; educated in public schools 
of Detroit, 1860-70, and Patterson's Private School, 1870-75 ; married at 
Detroit, Sept. 28, 1876, Fannie Louise Johnson. Began active career in 
traffic auditor's office Michigan Central R. R., 1875, continuing until 
1880; traveling auditor of the road, 1880-83; resigned from railway to 
take position as bookkeeper for Buhl Sons & Co., wholesale hardware, 
1883, and was cashier and manager accounting department, 1885-98; 
vice president Michigan Savings and Loan Association, 1898-1901 ; be- 
came real estate salesman Detroit Savings Bank, 1902, and since Jan. i, 
1906, has been assistant cashier and in charge of real estate department 
of the bank. Member Detroit Real Estate Board, Detroit Life Guards. 
Republican. Episcopalian. Member Royal Arcanum. Club : Bankers'. 
Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 188 
N. Grand Blvd., E. 

HANLEY, Stewart, lawyer; born, Detroit, Apr. 3, 1881 ; son of 
James and Mary (Dullea) Hanley; graduate Detroit High School, Jan., 
1899; entered Literary Department, University of Michigan, fall of 1899, 
and remained for two years ; entered Law Department, same university, 
fall of 1901, and graduated with degree of LL. B., 1904; unmarried. Has 
engaged in practice in Detroit since June 20, 1904; assistant prosecuting 
attorney of Wayne County since Jan. i, 1907. Member of Detroit and 
Michigan State Bar associations ; for three years member Michigan State 
Naval Brigade. Democrat. Member Knights of Columbus. Club : De- 
troit Yacht. Recreation: Yachting. Office: 210 Wayne Co. Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 42 E. Columbia St. 

HANNA, James Edward; born, Meaford, Ont., Mar. 23, 1858; son 
of Constantine and Jane (Johnson) Hanna ; educated in public schools of 
Detroit; married, Detroit, Apr. 7, 1881, Jennie Kerr. Began business ca- 
reer in employ of A. J. Brow, art dealer, Detroit, continuing 1876-80; 
then member of firm of Hanna & Ives, later as Hanna & Noyes; sue- 



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ceeded to the business, 1899, which has since been conducted in his own 
name. Republican. Recreation : Motor boating. Office : Washington Ar- 
cade. Residence : 204 Avery Av. 

HANNAN, William W., proprietor The Hannan Real Estate Ex- 
change; born, Rochester, N. Y., July 4, 1854; son of Peter and Mary (Mc- 
Stravick) Hannan; educated in public schools of Dowagiac, Mich.; Ober- 
lin College Preparatory Department, 1874-76; University of Michigan, 
Literary Department, graduating, A. B., 1880, Law Department, LL. B., 
1883; married at Ann Arbor, Mich., May 18, 1881, Luella Beaman. 
Studied law in office of Judge Carpenter, after leaving college, remaining 
with him one year, 1883; began in real estate business, 1883, and has con- 
tinued ever since as general dealer in real estate. General manager and 
treasurer Detroit Realty Co. ; general manager and secretary Detroit 
Real Estate Investment Co., Ltd. ; proprietor The Hannan Real Estate 
Exchange. Member Detroit Board of Estimates, 1898-06 (president one 
term) ; engrossing and enrolling clerk, Michigan House of Representa- 
tives, 1881-83. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Mem- 
ber Masonic order (Scottish Rite), Chi Psi (college fraternity). Clubs: 
Detroit, Country, Rushmere. Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : i 
McGraw Bldg. Residence : 400 Pasadena Apts. 

HANNON, Mathew; born, Athleague, Ireland, Feb. 12, 1864; son 
of Thomas and Bridget (Finn) Hannon; educated in Athleague National 
School; came to America, May 30, 1880, and located in Detroit; married, 
Detroit, Oct. 20, 1898, Minnie E. Hunt. Began active career in Johnson 
& Wheeler's Wholesale Grocery, Detroit, and filled position of porter 
about three years, shipper six years, salesman and assisted in buying 
five years ; was salesman for Moran, Fitzsimmons & Co. and their suc- 
cessors, Crusoe Bros. Co., for eight years, devoting part of the time to 
buying; has been manager of the house since May 5, 1907. Independent 
in politics. Roman Catholic. Member C. M. B. A. Recreation : Handball. 
Office : Crusoe Bros. Co., 56-58 Jefferson Av. Residence : 433 McMillan 
Street. 

HARBECK, Jervis Ralph, manufacturer; born. Battle Creek, Mich., 
Mar. 26, 1878; son of Eugene and Emma G. (Wattles) Harbeck ; edu- 
cated in public schools and at University of Chicago; married at Chicago, 
June 29, 1903, Marjorie Ewing. Began active career in mining business 
in Colorado; has been mechanical superintendent and treasurer of the 
Kemiweld Can Co., Detroit, since 1903, and still continues; also director 
Cresson Consolidated Mining and Milling Co. Member Chicago Archi- 
tectural Club. Republican. Clubs: Detroit, University, Detroit Boat. 
Recreation : Boating. Office : Clay and St. Aubin Av. Residence : 1835 
Woodward Av. 

HARDING, Henry W., president H. W. Harding Lumber Co.; 
born, Madison, N. Y., May 29, 1853; son of Lyman Shumway and Han- 
nah (Barker) Harding; educated in Rural High School, Clinton, N. Y., 
1860-69; Hamilton College, 1869-73, graduating, degree of A. B., 1873; 



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married at Clinton, Sept. 19, 1877, Agnes Louise Clute. Was connected 
with William M. Dwight & Co., and Dwight Lumber Co., 1875-1904, be- 
coming superintendent of the company ; member of firm of W. F. Hurd 
& Co., 1901-04; president and treasurer H. W. Harding Lumber Co., 
wholesale and retail lumber, since Apr. 14, 1904. Republican as to poli- 
tics. Presbyterian in church affiliation. Member Chi Psi. Recreation : 
Automobiling. Office: 800 Scotten Av. Residence: 51 E. Hancock Av. 

HARGER, John Dallas, lawyer; born, Farmington, Mich., Oct, 12, 
1866; son of Oscar Seeley and Annie J. (Dallas) Harger; educated at 
Farmington High School, 1881-84; State Normal School, Ypsilanti, 
Mich., 1884-87; Law Department, University of Michigan, graduating, 
LL. B., 1889; married, Farmington, Nov. 18, 1895, Stella E. Chamberlin. 
Has practiced in Detroit since 1889. Member Detroit Bar Association. 
Democrat. Supreme Chief of the World of the Order of Knights of the 
Golden Eagle, 1906-1907; member Knights of Pythias, Knights of the 
Modern Maccabees, Protective Legion. Office : 25 Buhl Blk. Residence : 
1016 Hudson Av. 

HARGREAVES, George, Jr.; born, Staffordshire, Eng., Mar. 12, 
1852; son of Thomas and Dinah (Lawton) Hargreaves ; educated in 
commercial school, Newcastle-on-Tyne, Eng.; came to America, 1872; 
located in Detroit; married at Cincinnati, O., 1874, Miss Mary E. Bryan. 
Served apprenticeship in iron and steel business in England ; began 
active career in Detroit with George Hargreaves & Bro., picture frame 
manufacturers, 1872; removed to Cincinnati, 1873, and was connected 
for thirteen years with the Globe Rolling Co., becoming assistant super- 
intendent of the works ; returned to Detroit, 1886, as roll designer and 
consulting engineer Detroit Steel and Spring Co., Eureka Iron and Steel 
Co., Baugh Steam Forge Co., Toledo Rolling Mill Co. (at one and the 
same time), continuing until 1890; rolling mill superintendent for De- 
troit Steel and Spring Co. until Mar. i, 1902, when it was merged into 
the Railway Steel Spring Co., 71 Broadway, New York, of which has 
since been superintendent Detroit plant. Church organist, three years' 
service in England and amateur in United States for past twenty-five 
years. Republican. Episcopalian. Member Detroit Board of Commerce, 
Scottish Rite Mason (32°). Club: Rushmere. Recreation: Music. Of- 
fice : Cor. Hubbard and Michigan Avs. Residence : 419 Vinewood Av. 

HARISON, Beverly D., physician ; born, Canton, N. Y., May 8, 1855 ; 
son of Minturn Harison and Susan (Drake) Harison, daughter of Judge 
Caleb Beverly Drake, Ithaca, N. Y. ; his first American ancestor, Francis 
Harison, barrister of London, Eng., landed in New York, 1708, member 
North American Council, 1820-40; son George married Jane Nichol, 
adopted daughter of General Richard Nichol, commander North Ameri- 
can station, and who named New York, and his grandson, Richard Hari- 
son, first U. S. district attorney of New York, married Frances, daughter 
of Sir George Duncan Ludlow, chief justice of New Brunswick; edu- 
cated in Bishop's College School, Lennoxville, Que., Trinity College 



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School, Port Hope, and by private tutelage up to 1872; Literary Depart- 
ment, University of Trinity College, Toronto, 1873-77, Medical Depart- 
ment, Toronto University, degree of M. D., 1882. Married, Sarnia, Ont., 
Oct. 9, 1889, Josephine Lister, daughter of Hon. Justice Lister of the 
Court of Appeals, Ont. Began practice at Toronto, 1882, continuing un- 
til 1888; in practice at Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., 1888-06, and at Detroit 
since Jan., 1906. Secretary Michigan State Board of Registration in Med- 
icine ; secretary American Confederation State Medical Boards ; ex- 
president Michigan State Medical Society; ex-president Board of Trus- 
tees, Upper Peninsula Hospital for the Insane; member Wayne County 
Medical Association, American Medical Association. Practice limited to 
association with attorneys in legal questions involving medicine. Repub- 
lican. Episcopalian. Clubs: Le Sault Sainte Marie (Sault Ste. Marie), 
Country, Harmonie. Recreations : Yachting, golf, summer cottage at 
Sault Ste. Marie. Office: 205 Whitney Bldg. Residence: 1224 Wood- 
ward Av. 

HARMON, Claude M. ; born, Augusta, Mich., Feb. 17, 1868; son of 
George W. and Alvena (Moore) Harmon; educated in public schools of 
Augusta, Irving and Cass Schools, Detroit, and Detroit High School ; 
married at Kingston, N. M., Jan. 28, 1895, Margaret V. Cain. Began 
active career as clerk in law office of Moore & Canfield, Detroit, and con- 
tinued, 1887-91 ; went to New Mexico as representative of Detroit capi- 
tal in mining interests, continuing until 1893, still retaining Detroit real 
estate interests; returned to Detroit, 1894, and entered into partnership 
in real estate business with E. C. Van Husan ; has operated alone in real 
estate since 1898. Local correspondent for Connecticut Mutual Life In- 
surance Co. Member Detroit Real Estate Board. Republican. Baptist. 
Club: Detroit Golf. Recreation: Golf. Office: 610 Wayne Co. Savings 
Bank Bldg. Residence: 134 Virginia Av. 

HARMON, Henry A., lawyer; born, Charlton, N. Y., Aug. 22, 1846; 
son of Charles and Jane (Anderson) Harmon ; educated in district school, 
Glenville, N. Y. ; Charlton (N. Y.) Academy, 1863-65; Union College, 
Schenectady, N. Y., 1865-68; unmarried. Studied law in office of New- 
berry, Pond & Brown, Detroit, and was admitted to the bar, 1873, since 
which time he has been engaged in practice alone. Democrat. Candidate 
for judge of circuit court, 1889, and regent of University of Michigan, 
1906; defeated each time. Member Masonic order. Alpha Delta Phi. 
Club: Detroit. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 3 Buhl Blk. Resi- 
dence: Lothrop Apts. 

HARPER, David N., lawyer; born, Milford, Mich,, Sept. i, 1870; 
son of John and Jane (Haines) Harper; educated in public and high 
schools, Michigan State Normal School and Law Department, Univer- 
sity of Michigan, graduating, LL. B., 1897; unmarried. Admitted to bar 
in Michigan, 1897; began practice in offices of Bulkley, Gray & More, 
Chicago, continuing two years ; went to South America and on return 
located in Detroit, where he has since continued. Formerly member First 



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Regiment Illinois National Guard; served in Cuba at time of Spanish- 
American War. Republican. Member Detroit Bar Association. Club: 
Fellowcraft. Recreation: Automobiling. Office: 55 Home Bank Bldg. 
Residence: Forest Apts. 

HARRAH, Charles Wendell; born, Davenport, la., Feb. 22, 1862; 
son of William De Laney and Hester (Hartzell) Harrah ; educated in 
public schools of Davenport and Detroit and at Detroit Business Univer- 
sity; married at Detroit, Dec. 31, 1890, Miss Lela Russell. Began active 
career in employ of H. P. Baldwin, 2d & Co., continuing for seven 
years; engaged in real estate business on own account, 1888-98; then 
in military service until mustered out; was one of the promoters and 
was elected director of the Detroit, Monroe & Toledo R. R. ; became in- 
terested in Cuban lands and development and up to 1907 made fourteen 
trips to Cuba in the interest of various projects; secretary Santiago de 
Cuba Plantation Co., Cuban Development Co., Cuban-American Co., 
Cuban Colonization Co. Enlisted in Co. A, Fourth Infantry, Michigan 
National Guard, and advanced to captain ; served in Spanish-American 
War as major Second Battalion, Thirty-first Michigan Volunteers, for 
thirteen months, three months in Cuba ; elected colonel First Regiment, 
M. N. G., 1900; has occupied office of brigadier general, commanding M. 
N. G. since Feb. 23, 1905. Appointed Cuban consul in Detroit by Presi- 
dent Palma and still holds the office by exequatur from President Roose- 
velt, Republican. Member Christian (Disciples) Church. Member Ma- 
sonic order, Duffield Camp, Spanish-American War Veterans. Clubs: 
Detroit Boat, Detroit Athletic. Recreations : Baseball and rowing (win- 
ner of five medals in rowing contests of pairs and fours). Office: 301-303 
Majestic Bldg. Residence: 59 Pingree Av. 

HARRIGAN, James M.; born. New Castle, N. B., Feb. 20, 1861 ; 
son of Patrick and Catherine (Hogan) Harrigan ; educated in public 
schools of Wisconsin ; married at Stevens Point, Wis., Jan. 3, 1889, Ellen 
Patterson. Began active career at saw mill and continued, 1873-82; was 
in retail meat business three years and in U. S. mail service five years; 
entered life insurance, beginning as solicitor for the National Life Insur- 
ance Co. of Vermont, and became manager at Milwaukee, Wis., in 1901, 
for the Pacific Mutual Life Insurance Co. of California; has been mana- 
ger of the Pacific Life Insurance Co. at Detroit since Jan., 1907. Was 
county judge Oneida Co., Wis., 1897-1900. Republican. Member Masonic 
order. Knights Templar, Knights of Pythias. Office: 80 Griswold St. 
Residence : 724 Cass Av. 

HARRIS, Julian H., lawyer; born, Chicago, Jan. 22, 1876; son of 
Samuel S. and Mary G. (Pickett) Harris; educated in public schools of 
Detroit, and University of Michigan, Literary and Law Departments, 
B. A., 1898, LL. B., 1900; unmarried. Admitted to the bar, 1900, and 
has since been member of law firm of Brennan, Donnelly & Van De 
Mark. Secretary Detroit Concrete Edge Protector Co. Republican. 
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Prismatic, Detroit Automobile. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 
516 Moffat Bldg, Residence: 177 Seminole Av. 

HARRIS, William P., manufacturer ; born, Montgomery, Ala. ; son 
of Samuel S. and Mary G. (Pickett) Harris; educated in private schools 
of Detroit; graduate University of Michigan, degree of B. L., 1890; mar- 
ried, Detroit, 1897, Miss Edna McGraw^. Has resided in Detroit since 
1879; connected with engineering department Michigan Central R. R., 
1890-1900; secretary and treasurer Wolverine Manufacturing Co., since 
1900. Member Board of Commerce. Member Michigan Naval Reserve 
for three years. Republican. Episcopalian. Clubs: Detroit, Univer- 
sity, Detroit Boat, Country, Recreations : Automobiling, golfing. Office : 
I2th St. and Grand Trunk R. R. Residence: 1751 Jefferson Av. 

HARRIS, Williams Cooper, lawyer; born, Pontiac, Mich., July 23, 
1866; son of John A. and Jane (Cooper) Harris; graduate Law Depart- 
ment, University of Michigan, degree of LL. B., 1891 ; married, 
Detroit, June 29, 1899, Blanche Clough, Has practiced in Detroit since 
1891 ; member firm of Harris & Bloomer, 1905-07, since alone. Member 
Detroit Bar Association. Methodist. Member board of directors Michi- 
gan Chapter Sons of American Revolution. Recreation : Country life at 
Orchard Lake, Mich. Office: 620 Moffat Bldg. Residence: 40 Hazel- 
wood Av. 

HARRY, William, retired banker and merchant ; born, Cornwall, 
Eng., Aug. 14, 1843, became an orphan at 12 years of age and was self- 
educated ; came to America, 1861 ; married at Hancock, Mich., Oct., 1870, 
Elizabeth J. Carah. Was timekeeper in iron mine near Dover, N. J., 
1861 ; removed to Hancock, Mich., and worked in copper mines, 1863 ; be- 
gan learning trade of tinsmith, 1865 ; entered tin, sheet iron, copper and 
general hardware business, 1869, with which he was actively identi- 
fied for many years; organized the Hancock Banking Co., 1872; was di- 
rector and later president of the First National Bank of Hancock; was 
prominently connected with the Northern Michigan Building and Loan 
Association, the Peninsular Electric Light Co. and other enterprises. 
Retired from active mercantile life Jan. i, 1890, and has been a resident 
of Detroit since 1900. Vice president Voelkner & Reinke Manufacturing 
Co. ; director Detroit Steel Cooperage Co., Huetteman & Cramer, De- 
troit Creamery Co. Member Michigan Legislature, 1891-92. Republican. 
Congregationalist. Member Corinthian Lodge No. 241, A. F. & A. M., 
1. O. O. F. Club : Fellowcraft. Address : 50 Eliot St. 

HARSHA, Walter Sutherland, clerk U. S. Circuit Court ; born, De- 
troit, June 15, 1849; son of William and Mary A. (Cook) Harsha ; edu- 
cated in public schools of Detroit; University of Michigan, graduating 
degree of A. B., 1871, A.M., same university, 1875; married at Detroit, 
Jan. 18, 1881, Isabella Mott. Read law in office of C. I. Walker, Detroit; 
was deputy clerk Recorder's Court, 1871-73 ; appointed deputy clerk Su- 
perior Court of Detroit upon its organization, 1873 ; admitted to the bar 



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while serving as deputy clerk, 1878; deputy county clerk, 1879-82; has 
been clerk of Circuit Court of the United States for Eastern District of 
Michigan since 1882. Organized U. S. Circuit Court of Appeals system 
and was clerk of Circuit Court of Appeals, Sixth circuit, at Cincinnati, 
O., 1891-95. Author: Annotated Federal Court Rules (1886) and 
other works. Republican. Member of Detroit, Michigan State and Amer- 
ican Bar associations. Mason ; member Delta Kappa Epsilon, Sons of 
American Revolution. Clubs: Detroit, Country, University, Detroit 
Boat. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: Federal Bldg. Residence: 
32 Peterboro St. 

HART, Gilbert, president Detroit Emery Wheel Co. ; born, Walling- 
ford, Vt., Aug. II, 1828; son of Irad and Lucinda (Wright) Hart; edu- 
cated in country school and in the school of experience ; married at Ca- 
vendish, Vt., Feb., 1867, Calista M. Giddings (died Sept. 26, 1907). 
Served two years in Civil War as member Second Regiment U. S. Sharp- 
shooters, retiring on account of disability; came to Detroit, 1865; began 
manufacture of emery wheels in 1872, in a small way and almost without 
capital ; the business was conducted first under his own name and later 
under name of the Detroit Emery Wheel Co., which was incorporated, 
1903, and of which he has been president from the beginning. Also di- 
rector Exchange National Bank ; was one of the organizers and presi- 
dent for twelve years of the Central Savings Bank. Vice president board 
of directors of Harper Hospital. Was member board of control State In- 
dustrial Home for Girls, Adrian, Mich., 1899-1906. Clubs: Detroit Boat 
(Life), Ste. Claire Hunting and Fishing Club. Office: Field and Jeffer- 
son Aves. Residence: 1660 Jefiferson Av. 

HARTENSTEIN, Robert F.; born, Detroit, Feb. 4, 1862; son of 
Pius and Lissette (Henn) Hartenstein ; educated at Herman's School 
and German-American Seminary, Detroit; unmarried. Has been continu- 
ously identified with insurance business since the beginning of his acti\?e 
career, 1876, and for many years has been operating in his own name and 
as ocean steamship agent. Also president The Victor Jar Co., Detroit, 
and the Mer-cu-tine Chemical Co., Mt. Clemens, Mich. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce, Detroit Fire Underwriters' Association. Member 
Masonic order. Odd Fellows. Clubs : Detroit Yacht, Harmonic, German 
Salesmen's, Turners, Arion, Canstatters, Arbeiter, Schiller Bund. Office : 
203 Breitmeyer Bldg. Residence: 209 Champlain St. 

HARTWELL, Arthur; born, Greene Co., O., Jan. 24, 1865; son of 
Jonathan W. and Virginia (Howell) Hartwell ; graduate, degrees of M. 
£. and E. E., Ohio State University, 1888; married at Columbus, O., Sept. 
27, 1892, Alice M. Moody. Began active career in employ of Columbus 
Gas Co. ; became connected with the Westinghouse Electric and Manu- 
facturing Co., 1889, and was made manager of sales department; re- 
signed, 1904, and acquired interest in the Sterling Varnish Co., of which 
was general manager; assisted in organizing the Detroit Insulated Wire 
Co., 1906. Member American Institute Electrical Engineers, Phi Kappa 



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Psi (Ohio State University), Detroit Board of Commerce. Club: De- 
troit, Engineers' (New York City). Office: Detroit Insulated Wire Co. 
Residence : 29 Blaine Av. 

HARTWIG, William J. ; born, Germany, July 30, 1872 ; son of Fred 
and Rachel (Everet) Hartwig; came to America with parents, 1874; edu- 
cated in public schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, Jan. 30, 1900, 
Clara Wagner. Began in business under title of American Electric Co., 
at 254 Randolph St., Detroit, 1893, with partner by name of A. Miller, 
bought out partner's interest, 1902 ; sold out stock of merchandise and 
name of company, 1903, and organized a new company under name of W. 
J. Hartwig Co., wholesale and retail jobbers in electrical supplies and 
machinery, of which is proprietor. Republican. Protestant. Club : Rush- 
mere. Recreation: Fishing. Office: 205 Jefferson Av. Residence: 558 
Vinewood Av. 

HARTZ, Henry Jasper, physician; born, Kiel, Germany, May 14, 
1861 ; son of John Christian and Mary (Behrens) Hartz ; attended public 
schools; matriculated in Michigan College of Medicine, 1881 ; M. D., De- 
troit College of Medicine, 1889; post-graduate studies University of 
Bonn, Germany, and at Berlin and Vienna; unmarried. Began active ca- 
reer as steward in U. S. Marine Hospital service, 1880, stationed at De- 
troit; has engaged in practice at Detroit since 1891, specializing in nose, 
ear, throat and lungs ; lecturer on diseases of nose and accessory sinuses, 
Dental Department, Detroit College of Medicine ; president board of 
trustees, Michigan State Sanatorium for Cure of Tuberculosis. Repub- 
lican. Protestant. Member Society for Study and Prevention of Tuber- 
culosis, American Rhinological, Otological and Laryngological Society, 
American Medical Association, American Society of Ophthalmology and 
Oto-Laryngology, Michigan State and Detroit Medical societies. Mem- 
ber Nu Sigma Nu, Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs : Detroit, Coun- 
try, Detroit Golf, Fellowcraft. Recreations: Golf, traveling. Office: 27 
Adams Av., E. Residence : The Plaza. 

HARTZ, Johannes Frederick; born, Kiel, Germany, 1864; came to 
America at age of 10 years; educated in public schools, Charleston, 
Mich., and business college, Detroit; married, Detroit, 1892, Miss Ger- 
trude K. Boynton. Began business career in 1883 as bookkeeper in phy- 
sicians' supply house, continuing until 1897, when he organized and be- 
came president of The J. F. Hartz Co. ; proprietor Detroit Medical Jour- 
nal ; treasurer American Lamp Co. ; director C. W. Warren & Co. Dem- 
ocrat. Unitarian. President American Surgical Trade Association. Club : 
Detroit Golf. Recreation: Automobiling. Office: Hartz Bldg., 103-105 
Broadway. Residence : 1238 Woodward Av. 

HARVEY, Fred Charles, lawyer; born, Mendon, Mich., June i, 1858; 
son of N. Smith and Lydia P. (Cole) Harvey; educated in public schools 
and at University of Michigan ; married at Monroe, Mich., Nov. 28, 1884, 
Miss Mary E. Adams. Studied law and was admitted to the bar, 1879; 



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began practice as member of firm of Wisner, Speed & Harvey, the firm 
later becoming Wisner & Harvey ; has practiced alone since death of Mr. 
Wisner, Aug., 1902. Secretary Detroit Timber and Lumber Co. ; director 
E. Ferguson Co., Limited, Ferguson Estate Co., Limited. Democrat. 
Episcopalian. Member Michigan State Bar Association, Detroit Bar As- 
sociation. Mason. Club: Cribbage. Recreation: Yachting. Office: 309- 
310 Moffat Bldg. Residence: 956 Trumbull Av. 

HARVEY, John G., physician; born, Detroit, Oct. 29, 1875; son of 
John and Jessie (Campbell) Harvey; educated in Cass School, Detroit, 
until 1890; Detroit Central High School until 1895; Princeton Univer- 
sity; Medical Department, University of Michigan, degree of M. D., 
1902; unmarried. Has been engaged in practice in Detroit since June, 
1902, Secretary and director The John Harvey Co., drugs. Member 
Wayne County and Michigan State Medical societies, American Medi- 
cal Association. Member Masonic order, R. A,, Lambda Sigma, Clio- 
sophic Hall. Clubs: Detroit Boat, Detroit Boat Club Yachtsman. Rec- 
reations: Sailing and rowing. Office: 209 Stevens Bldg. Residence: 
51 Winder St. 

HARVEY, William M., physician; born, Romeo, Mich., Oct. 8, 
1863 ; son of James and Hattie (Penoyer) Harvey; graduate Romeo High 
School, 1882; Detroit College of Medicine, M. D., 1887; post-graduate 
course, Berlin, Germany, 1900; married, Ohio, Oct., 1891, Miss Alice 
Fox. Began practice in Detroit, 1887; since taking course at Berlin has 
made specialty of diseases of the stomach and intestines. City physician 
of Detroit for eight years, and for twelve years on medical staff of Michi- 
gan National Guard, with rank of major. Member American Medical 
Association, Wayne County Medical Society. Mason. Clubs : Detroit, 
Detroit Boat, Fellowcraft. Recreations : Fishing and all athletic sports. 
Office : 270 Woodward Av. Residence : 1055 Jefferson Av. 

HARWARD, Frederic Thatcher, lawyer ; born, Richmond, Me., Dec. 
9, 1872; son of John Thatcher and Mary Averill (Hunter) Harward; 
graduate Williams College, Williamstown, Mass., B. A., 1894; Law De- 
partment, Yale University, LL. B., 1897; married at Sea Gate, N. Y., 
June 29, 1906, Edith Augusta Booth, of New York City. Has practiced 
in Detroit since 1897. Episcopalian. Member Sons of American Revo- 
lution, New England Society, Knights of Pythias. The Harwards are 
descended from Hereward, "the Saxon patriot," who opposed William 
the Conqueror in his invasion of England. The first of the name to come 
to America was Rev. Dr. Thomas Harward, formerly incumbent of Guil- 
ford, Surrey Co., Eng., who arrived in Boston, 1730, as a lecturer at 
King's Chapel. He was a graduate of University College, Oxford. The 
maternal ancestors of Frederic Thatcher Harward, the Hunters, are of 
Scotch-Irish descent, and have lived in the state of Maine for genera- 
tions. Col. James Hunter assisted in building Fort Halifax in 1754, and 
was a colonel in the Revolution. Another maternal ancestor, Capt, To- 
bias Lord, was also an officer in the Revolution and had five sons in the 



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army, one of whom was with Arnold on his expedition against Quebec 
and was taken prisoner and died there. Office: 412 Moffatt Bldg. Resi- 
dence: The Richmond, 1415 Second Av. 

HASKINS, Bertram B., insurance and surety bonds ; born, North 
Adams, Mass., July 6, 1871 ; son of Frank J, and Mattie A. (Bottomley) 
Haskins ; educated in public schools; married at North Adams, Sept. 21, 
1892, Eva R. Barnett. Began active career as clerk in insurance office at 
North Adams, 1889, continuing until 1891 ; entered insurance business 
for himself at North Adams, 1891 ; came to Detroit, 1901, as state agent 
for the Maryland Casualty Co., and also holds state agency for the Title 
Guaranty and Surety Co. ; president and manager The Haskins Agency 
Company, incorporated, Jan., 1906, Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Independent in politics. Protestant in religious views. Club : Detroit 
Motor Boat. Recreation: Motor boating. Office: 921 Hammond Bldg. 
Residence: 156 Blaine Av. 

HASSE, Julius C; born, Westphalia, Germany, July 25, 1845; son 
of Frederick and Henrietta Hasse ; educated in Germany ; came to Amer- 
ica, 1858; married at Ovid, Mich., 1870, Miss Georgia Clark. Lived at 
Ovid, St. Joseph, Three Rivers and Grand Rapids, Mich., previous to 
locating in Detroit, 1876; entered clothing business as member of firm 
of Hasse & Dings, 1881, firm becoming J. C. Hasse & Son, 1893. Luth- 
eran. Mason (32°), Knight Templar, Shriner. Member Hickory Island 
Association. Office: 21-25 Grand River Av. Residence: 23 Brady St. 

HATCH, Charles H., lawyer; born, Bay City, Mich., Nov. 22, 1866; 
son of Herschel H. and Eliza E. (Houghton) Hatch; educated in Bay 
City public schools, graduating from the high school, 1884, and Univer- 
sity of Michigan, degree of B. S., 1888; married at New Haven, Conn,, 
Jan. 4, 1894, Katy H, Gower, Began practice at Bay City, 1891 ; moved to 
Detroit, July, 1895, where he has since continued ; member law firm of 
Graves, Hatch & Wasey, organized Jan, i, 1906. Republican. Club: 
University, Office : Hammond Bldg. Residence : 99 Delaware Av. 

HATCH, Herschel Harrison, lawyer; born, Morrisville, N. Y., Feb. 
17, 1837; son of Julius Wells and Harriet (Bicknell) Hatch; educated in 
academy in New York ; studied law at Hamilton College Law School, 
Clinton, N. Y., under Professor Theodore W. Dwight, graduating, LL. B., 
Dec, 1857; married at Morrisville, N. Y., June 21, 1864, Miss Eliza E. 
Haughton. Began practice at Morrisville, Feb., 1858; removed to Bay 
City, Mich., 1863 ; member of firm of Marston & Hatch, Bay City, 1863- 
74, Hatch & Cooley, Bay City, for more than twenty years; has prac- 
ticed in Detroit since 1895. Member Board of Education, Bay City, for 
many years; member first Common Council, Bay City, 1865; judge 
of probate. Bay County ; member Constitutional Commission of Michi- 
gan, 1873; member commission to revise tax laws, 1882; member of 
Congress, 1883-85. Member Detroit and Michigan State Bar associa- 
tions. Office: 602 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 52 Lothrop Av. 



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HAWKS, James Dudley, railway official ; born, Buffalo, N. Y., Oct. 
13, 1847; son of Thomas Sidney and Hester Ann (Layton) Hawks; edu- 
cated in Buffalo High School and University of Michigan ; married at 
Buffalo, Oct. 7, 1875, Caroline Amelia Cooke. Began active career as as- 
sistant engineer, Buffalo division Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Ry., 
1870, continuing until 1875 ! "^as assistant engineer, Erie division, 1875- 
78, and Lake Shore division, 1878-81 ; superintendent of construction New 
York, West Shore & Buffalo Rd., 1881-83, and engineer maintenance of 
way, 1883-84; chief engineer Michigan Central Rd., 1884-92; general 
manager Detroit Citizen's Street Ry., 1892-93; manager Detroit, Bay 
City & Alpena Rd., 1893-95 5 vice president and general manager Detroit 
& Mackinac Ry., 1895-96, and has been president and general manager 
of the same road since 1896. Mason. Member American Society of Civil 
Engineers, Institution of Civil Engineers of Great Britain. Member So- 
ciety of Mayflower Descendants (one of the charter members and for 
many years its governor), Society of Colonial Wars, Society of Colonial 
Governors, Society of Sons of American Revolution. Clubs : Detroit, 
Country, Old, Turtle Lake. Office: Majestic Bldg, Residence: 999 Jef- 
ferson Av. 

HAWLEY, George Elijah; born, Detroit, Apr. 5, 1880; son of 
Charles P. and Harriet (Morhouse) Hawley ; educated in Detroit public 
schools; unmarried. Began active career with the Photochromo Co., 
continuing for six years ; has been secretary and treasurer of the Gray- 
Hawley Manufacturing Co., manufacturers of automobile and motor boat 
specialties, since 1905. Also secretary and director Automobile Equip- 
ment Co. ; director Belle Isle Auto Co. Executive member Michigan Na- 
val Reserves for three years. Republican. Baptist. Club : Detroit Boat. 
Recreation: Boating. Office: 607-609 Fort St., W. Residence: 134 
High St., W. 

HAWLEY, Watson, sales manager Atlas Engine Works, Detroit ; 
born. New Baltimore, N. Y., 1854; son of James P. and Elizabeth (Be- 
dell) Hawley; educated in public schools; married at Maumee, O., 1882, 
Florence H. Sherwood. Engaged in merchant milling at Archibald, O., 
for ten years; retired from business, 1896, on account of ill health, and 
later became connected with Record Boiler Engine Works, Toledo, O.; 
came to Detroit, 1904, as manager for Atlas Engine Works, of Indian- 
apolis, Ind. Republican. Club : Commercial. Recreation : Fond of horses. 
Office: 430 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 290 Merrick Av. 

HAYES, C. M., photographer; born, Chardon, O., Mar. 31, 1863 ; son 
of Enos and Emeline M. (Griffith) Hayes; educated in public and high 
schools of Ohio ; came to Detroit, 1885 ; married at Painesville, O., 1884, 
Emma L. Tibbals. Began in photography, 1882, and has ever since con- 
tinued in the business; has been senior member C. M. Hayes & Co. 
since 1891. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. President National 
Association of Photographers, 1901 ; member Detroit Archceological So- 
ciety. Universalist. Mason (32°) , Knight Templar, Shriner. Clubs: De- 



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troit Boat, Detroit Golf, Detroit Automobile, Fellowcraft. Recreations: 
Outdoor sports. Office: Fine Arts Bldg. Residence: 1900 Woodward 
Avenue. 

HAYES, Dennis Benjamin, lawyer; born, Adrian, Mich., Oct. 10, 
1868; son of Cornelius and Margaret (Dawson) Hayes; educated in pub- 
lic schools of Adrian and Law Department, University of Michigan, de- 
gree of LL. B., 1894; married, Chelsea, Apr. 18, 1903, Agnes McKune. 
Began active career as clerk in shoe store of his father, Adrian ; has prac- 
ticed in Detroit since 1894. Democrat. Roman Catholic. Member Board 
of Commerce, Knights of Columbus. Office: 402 Whitney Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 93 Piquette Av. 

HAYES, James Reddington, proprietor Wayne Hotel ; born, Mor- 
risville, N. Y., Mar. 23, 1854; son of William A. and Fannie M. (Smith) 
Hayes ; educated in public schools of Grand Rapids, Mich., and at Swens- 
burg Business College, Grand Rapids. Married at Grand Rapids, Mich., 
Dec. 26, 1900, Miss Augusta Willhelmina Stonewall. Began active career 
as clerk in grocery at Grand Rapids, continuing for five years ; entered 
hotel business as storekeeper for Sweet's Hotel, 1874, later becoming 
steward, clerk, bookkeeper, and finally assistant manager ; was manager, 
summers, of the Arlington Hotel, Petoskey, Mich., 1882-89 and winters, 
same period, of various resort hotels in Florida ; in 1890 leased and con- 
ducted the Grand Hotel, Mackinac Island, Mich., continuing until 1899, 
inclusive. Came to Detroit, 1889, and has since been, and still is, proprie- 
tor of the Wayne Hotel ; also proprietor Park Hotel, Sault Ste. Marie, 
Mich., and lessee and manager of the Park Hotel, Hot Springs, Ark. Re- 
publican. Methodist. Member Board of Commerce, Detroit Convention 
Bureau. Mason (32°), Knight Templar, Shriner; member B. P. O. E. 
Recreations : Golf, hunting and fishing. Address : Wayne Hotel. 

HAYES, John J., lawyer; born, St. Thomas, Ont., Can., Dec. 12, 
1874; son of John J. and Joanna (Regan) Hayes; educated at Separate 
School, St. Thomas, graduating, 1885 ; St. Thomas Collegiate Institute, 
1885-90; University of Toronto, 1890-92; Detroit College of Law, 1897- 
1900, graduating, LL. B., 1900; married at Detroit, June 10, 1902, Louise 
Kerr Strong. Was in employ of Michigan Central Railroad, in Canada, 
1892-96; in practice of law in Detroit since 1900. Member Detroit Bar 
Association. Member Third Division Michigan State Naval Brigade. 
Clubs: Detroit Boat, Detroit Athletic. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Of- 
fice: 610 Moffat Bldg. Residence: 327 John R. St. 

HEALY, Daniel J.; born, Queenstown, Ireland, Aug. 11, 1862; son 
of Daniel and Bridget (O'Flynn) Healy; educated in public school at 
Toronto, Canada; came to Detroit, 1880; married at Detroit, 1883, Miss 
Mary Kennedy. Began active career as dealer in ostrich feathers, con- 
tinuing for five years; has been in dry goods business since 1887, and 
makes a specialty of linens, yarns, laces and women's furnishings. Mem- 
ber Detroit Board of Commerce. Independent in politics. Office : 224- 
226 Woodward Av. Residence: 156 W. Warren Av. 



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HEAMES, William E.; born, Marquette, Mich., Mar. 28, 1851 ; son 
of Henry and Hannah M. (Carpenter) Heames ; has lived in Detroit all 
his life except for six months, and was educated in public schools of De- 
troit up to 123^ years of age, when he went to work ; married, Detroit, 
Apr, 26, 1876, Lucy M. Clapp, of Mentor, O. Founded W. E. Heames 
Co., 1876, of which is president, wholesale jobbers and manufacturers, 
flour merchants, manufacturers of bakers' supplies, jellies, extracts, etc., 
also dealers in fire bricks, cements, etc. President Flour Men's Asso- 
ciation of Detroit, and the Brush Heap Silver Mines of Kingston, New 
Mexico. Republican. Episcopalian. Office : 75-79 West Woodbridge St. 
Residence : 86 Chandler Av. 

HECKER, Frank J., manufacturer; born, Washtenaw Co., Mich., 
July 9, 1846; son of Frank and Cynthia (Shield) Hecker; educated in 
public schools ; married at Omaha, Neb., Dec. 8, 1868, Anna M. William- 
son. Acting division superintendent Union Pacific Ry., 1869; general 
superintendent Roundout & Oswego R. R., 1870-76, and Eel River R. R., 
1876-79; organized the Peninsular Car Co., Dec, 1879, and was con- 
nected with it and its successor, the Michigan Peninsular Car Co., as 
president until 1900. Director People's State Bank, Union Trust Co., 
Detroit Copper and Brass Rolling Mills, Detroit Lumber Co. Veteran of 
the Civil War ; colonel U. S. Volunteers and chief of Division of Trans- 
portation, Spanish-American War ; member Isthmian Canal Commission, 
March-December, 1904. Clubs : Detroit, Yondotega, Country, Old Club, 
Detroit Boat. Office: 915 Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 1170 Wood- 
ward Av. 

HEIDEN, Charles, builders' and pavers' supplies ; born, Germany, 
Oct. 3, 1850; son of Fred and Mary Heiden ; educated in Germany; came 
to America, 1868; married at Detroit, 1872, Miss Caroline Breu. Has 
been a resident of Detroit since 1868; has been connected with building 
and paving business ever since the beginning of his active career, 1871, 
formerly member of firm of Gutow & Heiden, which consolidated in 
1898 with the C. H. Little Co., of which he is vice president. Member 
Detroit Builders' and Traders' Exchange, Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Republican as to politics; Lutheran in church affiliation. Recreation: 
Travel. Office: Peninsular Bank Bldg. Residence: 314 Antietam St. 

HEIGHO, George William; born, Essex, Eng., May 8, 1862; son of 
George and Amelia (Stevens) Heigho ; educated in Palmer's Collegiate 
Preparatory School, Essex; came to America, Apr., 1874; married at De- 
troit, Mar. I, 1904, Edna Filmore Webster. Resident of Detroit since 
1875 'y began active career as clerk in Detroit office of R. G. Dun & Co., 
continuing, 1876-81 ; became connected with office of Calvert Lithograph- 
ing Co., Feb., 1881 ; has been secretary and treasurer of the company 
since 1900. Republican. Episcopalian. Member Masonic order, Knights 
of Maccabees. Club : Detroit Golf. Office : Grand River Av. and Eliza- 
beth St. Residence: 227 Hancock Av., W. 



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HEINEMAN, David E., lawyer, publicist; born, Detroit, Oct. 17, 
1865; son of Emil S. and Fanny (Butzel) Heineman ; educated in Patter- 
son's School; Detroit public and high schools (president class of 1883) ; 
University of Michigan, degree of Ph. B., 1887, Law Department, same 
university, 1890; unmarried. Practiced in Detroit since May 4, 1889; 
specialties : financial and commercial negotiations and as counsel. Di- 
rector Detroit Fire and Marine Insurance Co.; secretary Merz Capsule 
Co. and other companies. Chief assistant city attorney, 1893-96; mem- 
ber state legislature, 1899-1900; projected the Belle Isle aquarium, and 
introduced the present state tax bill ; member Detroit City Council since 
1903 (now president common council) ; appointed by governor member 
State Board of Library Commissioners, 1903, and reappointed for four 
years, 1907 (now president) ; president League of Michigan Municipali- 
ties, the largest civic organization of the state, comprising the cities of 
the state, their mayors and officials (now serving second term) ; trustee 
League of American Municipalities, the chief national organization of 
the cities of the United States. Has made many addresses, published 
pamphlets and prepared many contributions and reports along lines sug- 
gested. Republican. Jewish religion. Member Masonic order, Blue 
Lodge, Chapter and Council ; B. P. O. E., I. O. O. F. Clubs : University, 
Detroit Boat, Old Club, etc. (some twenty Detroit clubs and societies). 
Recreations: Foreign travel, fireside reading. Office: 316 Moffat Bldg. 
Residence : 428 Woodward Av. 

HELFMAN, Harry, lawyer; born, Detroit, Aug. 15, 1876; son of 
Meyer L. and Hannah (Ettelson) Helfman ; educated in public and high 
schools and at the University of Michigan, graduating, A. B., 1898, 
LL. B., 1900; unmarried. Began practice in 1900 with the firm of May- 
bury & Lucking, and since Jan., 1903, has been member of firm of May- 
bury, Lucking, Emmons & Helfman. Member Michigan State and Detroit 
Bar associations. Republican. Office: 511 Mofifat Bldg. Residence: 138 
Erskine St. 

HELMS, Richard E. ; born near Hamburg, Germany, Nov. 6, 1864; 
son of Julius and Johanna (Cary) Helms; came to America, 1868; edu- 
cated in Detroit public schools; married at Detroit, Apr., 1882, Miss Cora 
Worth. Learned cigar makers' trade in Detroit ; became superintendent 
Brown Bros., continuing for eighteen years ; has been director, vice presi- 
dent and superintendent of the San Telmo Cigar Manufacturing Co. 
since 1902. Republican. Lutheran. Mason (32°), Shriner; member I. O. 
F., K. O. T. M. Recreation : Fishing. Office : 540-550 Forest Av. Resi- 
dence: 215 Theodore St. 

HEMMETER, John P.; born, Saginaw, Mich., Aug. 13, 1862; son 
of John M. and Mary (Leidlein) Hemmeter; educated in German pa- 
rochial schools of Saginaw; married at Syracuse, N. Y., June 11, 1889, 
Caroline H. Latterner. Lived on farm near Saginaw until 1883 ; followed 
different lines of business until Jan. 15, 1893, when he established himself 
in manufacture of cigars at Saginaw, removing the business to Detroit, 



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1897, where he has since continued. Independent in politics, Lutheran. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Member Masonic order, Knights 
of Pythias, B. P. O. E. Recreation : Automobiling. Office : 32-34 Wood- 
ward Av. Residence: 32 E. Hancock Av. 

HENDERSON, Alexander, general superintendent Detroit Copper 
and Brass Rolling Mills; born, Aberdeen, Scotland, June 15, 1865; son of 
John and Elizabeth (Watt) Henderson; came with parents to Canada in 
infancy ; educated in public and high schools, Lindsay, Ont. ; married at 
Campbellford, Ont., 1891, Alta B. McCormack, Began active career as 
apprentice in machine shop, serving five years; worked at machinist's 
trade until 1897, at the same time studying engineering; was appointed 
master mechanic of the Detroit Copper and Brass Rolling Mills, 1897, 
assistant superintendent, 1905, and has been general superintendent since 
1906. Congregationalist ; trustee Fort St. Congregational Church. Ma- 
son (Zion Lodge and Monroe Chapter). Recreation: Fishing. Office: 
91-99 Clark Av., Detroit. Residence: 411 Campbell Av., Detroit; sum- 
mer residence: Linda Vista, near Mt. Clement, Mich. 

HENDRIE, George, real estate, banking, etc. ; born, Glasgow, Scot- 
land, Feb. 9, 1834; son of John and Elizabeth (Strathearn) Hendrie; edu- 
cated in Glasgow High School; came to America, 1858; married, De- 
troit, Oct. 31, 1865, Sarah Sibley. Began active career in cartage busi- 
ness, at Hamilton, Ont., 1858; came to Detroit and established himself 
in same line of business, April, 1859; secured seven years' lease on lines 
of the old Detroit Street Ry. Co., he and his associates becoming owners 
of the lines by purchase, 1876; added Grand River Street Ry, lines to the 
system, 1890, and sold out to Citizens' Ry. Co., 1891. Was chief organ- 
izer and owner of the Hamtrack & Grosse Pointe Ry., 1888, of the Wyan- 
dotte & Detroit River Ry. Co., 1892, and of the Detroit & Pontiac Ry. 
Co., 1895. Organized, with associates, 1878, what is now the Duluth, 
South Shore & Atlantic R. R., and became interested in numerous ven- 
tures tending to the development of the Upper Peninsula. Was instru- 
mental in securing appropriation of money for the purchase of Belle Isle 
as a public park. President Detroit & Buffalo Steamboat Co., Detroit 
Omnibus Line Co., Michigan Avenue Land Co., Eureka Land Co. (for- 
merly Eureka Iron and Steel Co.) ; vice president Commercial National 
Bank ; director Detroit Savings Bank, Wyandotte Savings Bank, Union 
Trust Co., Detroit & Cleveland Navigation Co. Member Christ Church. 
Mason, Knight Templar. Clubs: Detroit, Fellowcraft, Yondotega, De- 
troit Country, Detroit Driving. Recreation: On farm at Royal Oak, 
Mich. Office: 215 Hammond Bldg., Detroit. Residence: Grosse Pointe 
Farms, Mich. 

HENDRIE, George Trowbridge, real estate; born, Detroit, Nov. 11, 
1875 ; son of George and Sarah Sibley (Trowbridge) Hendrie ; educated 
in public and high schools of Detroit; St. Paul's School, Concord, N. H. ; 
Trinity College, Hartford, Conn. ; married at Detroit, 1906, Kathleen 
Washburne McGraw. Has been associated with his father in business in 



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Detroit since 1896; secretary and treasurer Grosse Pointe Lands Co., 
Jefferson Avenue Land Co. ; director Wyandotte Savings Bank, Fair- 
view Improvement Association. Member Michigan Naval Brigade since 
1896, lieutenant, junior grade; on board U. S. S. Yosemite, 1898, during 
Spanish-American War. Episcopalian. Member Delta Psi. Clubs: Uni- 
versity, Country, Detroit, St. Andrew's Society. Recreation : Naval Mili- 
tia. Office: 215 Hammond Bldg., Detroit. Residence: Grosse Pointe 
Park, Mich. 

HENDRIE, Stratheam; born, Detroit, Oct. 12, 1866; son of George 
and Sarah Sibley (Trowbridge) Hendrie; educated in public schools of 
Detroit and Trinity College, Hartford, Conn., graduating, degree of B. 
A., 1887; married at Detroit, Nov., 1894, Catherine Marie Moran. Was 
treasurer and director Detroit City Railway, 1889-91 ; manager and treas- 
urer various suburban electric railways, including Wyandotte & Detroit 
River and Detroit & Pontile Ry., 1890-1902. General manager and treas- 
urer Grand Rapids, Holland & Chicago Railway ; treasurer Detroit River 
Land Co. ; director Detroit Savings Bank, Detroit & Buffalo Steamboat 
Co.; Detroit Omnibus Line Co., Grosse Pointe Land Co. Member Michi- 
gan State Naval Brigade, 1894-03, commanding same, 1901-03; ensign 
U. S. Navy during Spanish-American War, 1898. Clubs: Yondotega, 
Detroit, Detroit Boat, Detroit Racquet and Curling, University, Detroit 
Automobile, Country. Recreations: Outdoor pastimes. Office: 218 
Hammond Bldg., Detroit. Residence: Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich. 

HENKEL, Julius Francis, physician, specialist ; born, Detroit, Mich., 
Jan. 26, 1873; son of Peter and Julia (Mordhorst) Henkel ; educated in 
private school and by private tuition, Detroit; Yates' Institute, Saratoga 
Springs, N. Y., 1886; private tuition, Marburg, a. d. Lahn, Germany, 
1887-89; graduate Detroit College of Medicine, M. D., 1896; post-gradu- 
ate study, Vienna (Austria), Berlin, Munich, Marburg, Cassel and Ham- 
burg, Germany; married, Detroit, Apr. 20, 1898, Emeline Augusta Lich- 
tenberg. Has engaged in practice in Detroit since June i, 1897. Life 
member Association of Military Surgeons of the United States; member 
Wayne County Medical Society, Michigan Medical Society, Nu Signa 
Nu medical fraternity. Enlisted as private in Michigan National Guard, 
Dec, 1891 ; first lieutenant and assistant surgeon. May 23, 1900; captain 
and assistant surgeon, July 25, 1902; major and surgeon, July 14, 1903; 
lieutenant colonel and chief surgeon Michigan National Guard since Jan. 
20, 1905. Reorganized medical service and organized Medical Depart- 
ment, Michigan National Guard, 1904. Also captain and surgeon Detroit 
Light Infantry, 1900-01; director since 1904; treasurer and vice presi- 
dent, 1906; president of Detroit Light Infantry, 1907. Independent Re- 
publican. Presbyterian. Club: Detroit Yacht (fleet surgeon, 1906). 
Recreations : All outdoor sports. Office : 270 Woodward Av. Residence : 
267 Warren Av., E. 

HENKEL, Robert; born, Detroit, Jan. 20, i860; son of Peter and 
Julia (Mordhorst) Henkel; educated in private schools; married at De- 



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troit, Mar. 23, 1887, Athena Yemans. Began active career in grocery and 
provision house of his father, continuing, 1873-87; entered flour milling 
business, 1887, and became secretary and treasurer of the Commercial 
Milling Co., of which has been president since 1903 ; since 1902, presi- 
dent Commercial Milling Co. of Cleveland. Also director First National 
Bank, and of the Detroit Barrel Co. ; director and treasurer Beck Cereal 
Co.; vice president Michigan Commercial Fire Insurance Co. Presby- 
terian. Vice president Michigan Millers' Association ; member Detroit 
Board of Trade, Chamber of Commerce. Mason. Clubs : Harmonic So- 
ciety, Country, Detroit Boat, Detroit Motor Boat. Recreations: Music, 
boating. Office: Randolph and Woodbridge Sts. Residence: 313 Jef- 
ferson Av. 

HENNES, Leo K.; born, Detroit, Jan. 19, 1873; son of Louis and 
Catherine (Huber) Hennes; educated in St. Mary's parish school, De- 
troit College and University of Michigan ; married at Detroit, June 14, 
1899, Rose M. Lieblein. Began in fire insurance business, 1897, with 
Richard G. Lambrecht as partner; purchased interest of partner, 1900, 
and has since conducted the business alone. Also secretary and treas- 
urer Warren Brick and Tile Works. Member Detroit Credit Men's As- 
sociation, Detroit Board of Commerce. Roman Catholic. Member 
Knights of Columbus. Office: 621-623 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 
1230 Third Av. 

HENRY, Albert M., lawyer; born, Grand Rapids, Mich., Sept. 20, 
1845 ; son of William G. and Huldana (Squier) Henry; educated in Grand 
Rapids public schools and University of Michigan, graduating, degree 
of B. S. & M. S., 1867; married at Detroit, Jan. 23, 1875, Frances M. 
Burns. Admitted to bar at Omaha, Neb., practicing there, 1869-75 5 came 
to Detroit, 1875, and has since continued in practice of law; one of the 
organizers and first president Dime Savings Bank; member State Board 
of Pardons under Gov. Alger. Formerly member City Council, Detroit, 
and member Board of Estimates, Psi Upsilon (University of Michigan), 
Sons of American Revolution, Detroit Board of Commerce (chairman 
education committee). Mason (32°) ; member Ashler Lodge, F. & A. M., 
Michigan Sovereign Consistory, Moslem Temple, A. A. N. M. S. Clubs : 
Detroit (charter member), Country. Office: 1201 Penobscot Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 158 Fort St., W. 

HERBERT, Henry J., manufacturer ; born, Sturgis, Mich., Feb. 28, 
1867; son of James C. and Eleanor S. (Smith) Herbert; educated in pub- 
lic schools of Sturgis; married at Detroit, 1898, Miss Emma Walker. 
Began business career with the Detroit Umbrella Co., which he organ- 
ized, 1890; then went to New York City as member of firm of Clogg, 
Wright & Co., umbrella manufacturers ; returned to Detroit, 1899, and 
became member of firm of Kelsey-Herbert Co., manufacturers of toilet 
articles, of which has been president since 1903. Also secretary and treas- 
urer Detroit Bent Goods Co. ; director Fox Bros. & Co. Republican. 



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Presbyterian. Clubs : Detroit, Detroit Boat. Office : 277-289 Monroe St. 
Residence : 185 Seyburn Av. 

HERSHEY, Archibald C; born, Monmouth, 111., Feb. 9, 1879; son 
of S. B. and Ella (Clippinger) Hershey ; educated at Beatrice (Neb.) 
High School and University of Nebraska ; married at Lincoln, Sept. 2, 
1900, Clara Quick. Began active career in store of A. G. Stewart, Be- 
atrice, Neb., later w^ith M. S. Walback, Beatrice, Ewing Clothing Co., 
Lincoln, Neb., Fagley & Co., Sioux City, la., and Armstrong Clothing 
Co., Lincoln, until 1905 ; came to Detroit and assisted in founding firm of 
Hershey & Quick, Sept., 1905, the firm becoming Hershey-Brennan Co., 
Aug., 1907. Republican. Methodist. Recreations : Hunting, fishing and 
baseball. Office ; 274 Woodward Av. Residence : 85 Hancock Av., W. 

HETHERINGTON, Henry P., managing editor The Detroit Jour- 
nal; born, Hamilton, Ont., Mar. 17, 1859; son of James and Catherine 
(Eraser) Hetherington ; educated in common schools; married in De- 
troit, 1892, Lulah G. Roganni. Has been identified with the newspaper 
business in Detroit since 1877; managing editor The Detroit Journal 
since 1897; vice president The Charles F. May Co., printers. Member 
Public Lighting Commission, City of Detroit, since 1903. Member De- 
troit Board of Commerce. Club : Detroit. Office : Fort and Wayne Sts. 
Residence: 114 Pingree Av. 

HEWITT, William T., lawyer; born, Buckingham, Eng., July 22, 
1865; son of William and Rebecca (North) Hewitt; came to Canada 
with parents, Aug., 1870, and to Detroit, Jan. 17, 1887; educated in pub- 
lic schools of Walton, Ont. ; High School, Seaforth, Ont. ; Model School, 
Goderich, Ont. ; graduate Detroit College of Law, degree of LL. B., 1896. 
Married at Farmington, Mich., Sept. 3, 1902, L. May McCracken. Taught 
school in Ontario, 1885-87; was in office of Calvert Lithographing Co., 
Detroit, 1887-96; has engaged in practice of law alone since June, 1896, 
making a specialty of corporation law. Member Detroit Bar Association. 
Republican. Congregationalist. Member Corinthian Lodge, F. & A. M. 
Recreation : Gardening. Office : 49 Buhl Blk. Residence : 299 Holbrook 
Avenue. 

HEYERMAN, Charles Frederic, real estate and mortgage loans; 
born, Toledo, O., Mar. 24, 1874; son of Commander Oscar F. Heyerman, 
U. S. N., and Rebecca K. (Webster) Heyerman ; educated in public and 
high schools, Detroit; Stevens' Preparatory High School, Hoboken, N. 
J., 1891-93 ; Stevens' Institute of Technology, Hoboken, 1894-95 ; Cornell 
University, College of Civil Engineering, 1895-97; married at Detroit, 
June 6, 1901, Elizabeth Hosie. Served in Naval Reserve during Spanish- 
American War, returning to Detroit after being mustered out of service, 
fall of 1898 ; connected with Deep Waterway Survey, United States gov- 
ernment, 1898-99; has engaged in real estate business under own name 
since 1899. President Blome Bros. Co., wholesale and retail photographic 
supplies. Member Detroit Real Estate Board. Republican. Episcopalian. 



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Member Gilbert Wilkes Naval Command, No. 142, United Spanish War 
Veterans, Sons of American Revolution, Michigan Cornell Alumni As- 
sociation, Chi Phi. Club: Detroit Boat. Recreation: Boating. Office: 
22 McGraw Bldg. Residence: 83 Forest Av., E. 

HICKEY, Edward J.; born, Detroit, Nov. 18, 1863; son of Patrick 
B. and Mary (Ready) Hickey ; educated in public schools of Detroit; 
married at Detroit, 1890, Mary L. Mehling. Began active career as cash 
boy with George Peck, dry goods, 1873; "was with C. R. Mabley, clothing, 
and J. L. Hudson & Co., continuing with latter house twenty years and 
becoming general manager; has been in business in his own name since 
1901. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Liberal Democrat. Catho- 
lic. Member Knights of Columbus. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Of- 
fice: 201 Woodward Av. Residence: 115 W. Willis Av. 

HICKEY, Preston Manasseh, physician; born, Ypsilanti, Mich., 
Dec. 3, 1865; son of Rev. Manasseh and Sarah (Bush) Hickey; edu- 
cated in public schools; A. B., University of Michigan, 1888; M. D., De- 
troit College of Medicine, 1892; married at Detroit, Nov. 3, 1897, Grace 
Maley. Has practiced in Detroit since 1892 ; professor of pathology, 
roentgenology and clinical laryngology Detroit College of Medicine ; 
laryngologist Children's Hospital; pathologist Harper Hospital. Presi- 
dent American Roentgen Ray Society; member Wayne Co. and Michi- 
gan State Medical societies, American Medical Association, Detroit 
Academy of Medicine, Phi Gama Delta, Nu Sigma Nu. Clubs: Detroit 
Golf, University. Recreation: Photography. Office: 32 Adams Av., W. 
Residence : 39 Rosedale Court. 

HIGH, Marquis L., physician; born, Elgin Co., Ont., Can., Feb. 13, 
1851 ; son of Andrew and Sarah (Bowes) High; educated in public 
schools of Ontario ; engaged in practice as veterinary surgeon at Aylmer, 
Ont., 1877-92; M. D., Detroit College of Medicine, 1894; married at 
Aylmer, Ont., Oct. 8, 1872, Agnes Meston. Has practiced medicine in 
Detroit since 1894. Methodist. Member American Medical Associa- 
tion, Michigan State and Wayne County Medical societies. Recreation : 
Reading. Office: 18 High St., W. 

HILL, Hugo; born, district of Posen, Germany, Dec. 2, 1842; son 
of J. and Esther (Marks) Hiller; educated in Germany; came to Detroit, 
1859 ; married at Detroit, 1864, Miss Bertha Mendelson. Engaged in dry 
goods business for four years in Oakland Co., Mich. ; returned to Detroit, 
1863, and started in millinery and dress making business, spring of 1864, 
the firm being incorporated, 1895, and largely engaged in importing mil- 
linery and gowns. Member A. F. & A. M. Recreation : Horseback rid- 
ing. Office: 265 Woodward Av. Residence: 121 E. High St. 

HILL, Willaim H., president W. H. Hill Co., proprietary medi- 
cines; born, Cochocton, N. Y., July 16, 1852; son of John J. (M. D.) 
and Emeline (Tracy) Hill; attended public school of Kings Ferry, 
N. Y., until 15; spent two years at Cayuga Lake Academy, near 



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Aurora, N. Y. (now Cayuga Lake Military Academy), and worked for 
tuition and board while at the academy ; at 20, mother, sister and sister's 
two children came upon his hands for support; took care of them until 
he was 35, at which time mother died, sister married, niece remaining- 
with him until she was married and nephew then able to take care of 
himself. Married, Grass Lake, Mich., Mar. 15, 1882, Alice Dwelle. 
Clerked in dry goods store at Coldwater, Mich., one year ; acted as 
head clerk in charge of dry goods store, at Kalamazoo, Mich., two 
years ; removed to Pittsburgh, Pa., and followed drug business as clerk 
and traveling salesman until 1880, when he began manufacture of 
proprietary medicines at Fairport, N. Y., under title of W. H. Hill & 
Co. ; was burned out, February, 1885 ; bought out partner's interest 
and moved to Detroit, where he continued in business as W. H. Hill 
& Co. until September, 1895, when the firm was incorporated as W. H. 
Hill Company, of which he is president and general manager, now doing 
business of a half-million dollars a year. He was an extensive trav- 
eler, 1880-92, covering the entire United States while introducing his line 
of goods. President Ideal Register and Metallic Furniture Co. and the 
Detroit Silk Glove Co. Republican. Congregationalist. Clubs : Wayne^ 
Rushmere, (member board of directors of both clubs), Detroit, Golf, 
Detroit Power Boat Club. Recreations: Yachting (owner of yacht 
Titania), automobiling, golf. Address: 700 Cass Av. 

HILTON, Francis Andrew, state manager North American Life 
Assurance Co. of Toronto; born, Perrytown, Ont., Aug. 28, i860; son 
of Rev. John and Marcella (Fowles) Hilton; educated at Upper Canada 
College, Toronto, and Trinity College School, Port Hope, Ont. ; married 
at Toronto June, 1887, Isobel Grace, daughter of Lt. Col. W. L Lane 
Milligan. Admitted to bar of Ontario, at Ontario, 1876, and began 
practice of law at Trenton, Ont., as member of firm of Forbes & Hilton, 
afterwards practicing alone at Coburg, Ont.; removed to Toronto, 1887, 
and became member of firm of Meredith, Clark, Bowes & Hilton until 
1898, when he formed the firm of Hilton & Wood, so continuing until 
1902; was appointed district manager for Western New York, for 
North American Life Assurance Co. of Toronto, with headquarters at 
Buffalo ; has been state manager, Michigan, for same company, since 
November, 1906. Practicing attorney of Toronto for fourteen years; 
president Conservative Association of West Northumberland County 
two years; was member Fifty-seventh Battalion Peterboro Rangers, 
rank of lieutenant, for four years. Episcopalian. Recreation : Golf. 
Office: 908-909 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 31 Mott Av. 

HIMES, Louis William, county clerk Wayne County ; born, Detroit,. 
Oct. 25, 1867; son of Christopher A. and Elizabeth H. (Corns) Himes ; 
educated in public schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, Jan. 21, 1892, 
Mae Wilford. Began active career as cabin boy on passenger steamer 
of the Great Lakes, advancing to position of purser Detroit & Cleve- 
land Navigation Co., White Star Line and other transportation com- 



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panics; was appointed chief deputy sheriff of Wayne County under 
Henry A. Dickson, in 1900; was elected county clerk on Republican 
ticket, fall election, 1904, and entered upon the office, Jan. i, 1905. 
Republican. Episcopalian. Member Board of Commerce; formerly 
member Detroit Greys. Mason, member Consistory, Shrine ; member 
B. P. O. E., Knights of Pythias, Harmonic Society, D. O. K. K. Clubs : 
Concordia, Detroit Wheelmen, Detroit Motor Boat Club, Grosse Pointe 
Ice Yacht Club. Recreations : Motor boating, outdoor sports. Office : 
County Bldg. Residence : 55 Rosedale Court. 

HINCHMAN, Charles C; born, Detroit; son of Theodore H. and 
Louisa (Chapin) Hinchman ; educated in public schools of Detroit. 
Grew up in the drug business, his father having been one of the pioneer 
druggists of Detroit; became member of the firm of T. H. Hinchman 
& Sons, 1873, the title later being changed to T. H. Hinchman, Sons 
& Co.; has been second vice president Williams, Davis, Brooks & 
Hinchman Sons since merger of T. H. Hinchman & Sons with Williams, 
Davis & Brooks, 1896, operating under title of the Michigan Drug Co., 
of which he is second vice president. Office: Congress and Bates Sts. 
Residence: 216 Seminole Av. 

HINCHMAN, Ford Archer; born, Detroit, Aug. 13, 1873; son of 
Ford De Camp and Mary Louisa (Thompson) Hinchman ; educated 
in public and high schools of Detroit and University of Michigan ; 
married at Detroit, Nov. 11, 1897, Clara Murray Williams. Has been 
connected with various business interests in Detroit ; was assistant super- 
intendent Detroit White Lead Works and secretary Detroit, Ypsilanti, 
Ann Arbor & Jackson Ry. ; since Feb. i, 1906, has been secretary-treas- 
urer and director Anderson Forge and Machine Co. Clubs: Country, 
University. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 21-31 St. Aubin Av. 
Residence: 172 Lafayette Blvd. 

HINCHMAN, John M. ; born, Detroit, 1845; son of Theodore H. 
and Louisa (Chapin) Hinchman ; educated in public schools of Detroit 
and University of Michigan. Became partner in drug business with 
his father as T. H. Hinchman & Son, 1868, the name being changed to 
T. H. Hinchman & Sons, 1873, and T. H. Hinchman, Sons & Co., 1895 ; 
merged with Williams, Davis & Brooks, 1896, under the title of Williams, 
Davis, Brooks & Hinchman Sons, of which he is treasurer and auditor; 
also treasurer and auditor Michigan Drug Co. Member Board of 
Commerce, member Sigma Phi. Clubs: Detroit, Country. Office: 
Congress and Bates Sts. Residence: The Pasadena. 

HINCHMAN, Theodore Henry, Jr., consulting engineer; born, 
Detroit, June 24, 1869; son of John Marshall and Ella Kate (Cropsey) 
Hinchman; educated at Wilkins' School (grammar), 1878-83; Detroit 
High School, graduating, 1887; B. A., University of Michigan, 1891, 
B. S., 1893; married. Port Huron, Mich., Oct. 24, 1895, Emma McAllen 
Ballentine. Assistant to Prof. M. E. Cooley, University of Michigan, 



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1893-94; assistant to Jesse M. Smith, Detroit, 1894; member of firms of 
Field & Hinchman, 1894-1903, Field, Hinchman & Smith, 1903-1906; 
member and treasurer firm of Smith, Hinchman & Grylls, architects 
and engineers, since 1906. Chief machinist U. S. Navy, U. S. S. Yosemite, 
April to August, 1898 ; member Public Lighting Commission, Detroit, 
since April, 1905. Republican. Presbyterian. Member Detroit En- 
ginereing Society, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Sigma 
Phi. Clubs: Detroit, University, Country. Recreation: Golf. Office: 
710 Washington Arcade. Residence: 223 Seminole Av. 

HINKLEY, Delbert J., lawyer; born, Freeport, Mich., Aug. 19, 
1867; son of Zalmon D. and Mary (Wood) Hinkley; graduate Olivet 
(Mich.) College, 1896; studied law in offices of George W. Radford, 
Detroit, and in Detroit College of Law; admitted to bar on examina- 
tion of State Board of Examiners, Apr. 13, 1900; married at Lansing, 
Mich., Oct. 24, 1900, Katherine Woodbridge Tracy. Has practiced in 
Detroit since 1900. Member of Detroit Bar Association. Democrat. 
Congregationalist. Office: 10 Buhl Blk. Residence: 1489 i6th St. 

HIRSCHMAN, Louis Jacob, surgeon ; born, Republic, Mich., Aug. 
15, 1878; son of Frederick L. and Hannah (Labold) Hirschman; edu- 
cated in public schools of Norway, Mich. ; Detroit public and high 
schools, to 1895 ; Detroit College of Medicine, degree of M. D., May 
II, 1899; married, Detroit, June 22, 1904, Lulu Frances Carstens. Was 
house physician Harper Hospital, 1899-1900; director Harper Hospital 
polyclinic, 1904-06; appointed clinical professor of practology Detroit 
College of Medicine, 1905, also attending proctologist Harper Hospital, 
1906; member board of directors and gynecologist German Polyclinic 
Grace Hospital since 1906. Member Wayne County Medical Society 
(secretary surgical section, 1905-6, member and chairman board of 
directors, 1906-7), Lambton County (Canada) Medical Society (hon- 
orary), Detroit Physicians' Association (secretary, 1905-06), Detroit 
College of Medicine Alumni Association (president, 1906-07), Detroit 
Medical Club (vice president), Michigan State Medical Society, Amer- 
ican Medical Association, Northern Tri-State Medical Society, American 
Proctologic Society, Harper Hospital Polyclinic Society, Wednesday 
Night Club. Editor Harper Hospital Bulletin since 1905 ; collaborator, 
The Physician and Surgeon since 1906; frequent contributor to medical 
literature. Independent Republican. Member Phi Beta Pi, Knights 
of Loyal Guard. Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : 604 Wash- 
ington Arcade. Residence : 64 Garfield Av. 

HITCHCOCK, Charles Wellman, physician and surgeon ; born, 
Kalamazoo, Mich., July 26, 1858; son of Homer Owen and Fidelia 
(Wellman) Hitchcock; graduate Kalamazoo High School, 1876; M. A., 
University of Michigan, 1880; Detroit Medical College, M, D., 1885; 
has pursued post-graduate studies at various times in New York City, 
London and Paris: married, Detroit, Dec. 24, 1891, Mary Eunice Inger- 
soll. Began practicing m Pontiac, 1885; removed to Detroit, 1887; 



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attending neurologist to Harper Hospital; adjunct professor of nervous 
diseases, Detroit College of Medicine ; practice confined largely to 
nervous and mental diseases. Republican. Congregationalist. Member 
American Medical Association, Michigan State Medical Society, Amer- 
ican Academy of Medicine, American Medico-Psychological Associa- 
tion, Detroit Academy of Medicine, Wayne County Medical Society. 
Member Psi Upsilon. Clubs : Detroit Golf, Detroit Boat. Recreation : 
Golf, fishing. Office : 270 Woodward Av. Residence : 55 Stimson PI. 

HITCHCOCK, Herbert C; born, Southington, Conn., June 8, 1866; 
son of Joseph R. and Roxanna G. (Gridley) Hitchcock; parents moved 
to Bay City, Mich., 1868; educated in public schools of Bay City; 
married at Bay City, 1889, Jennie L. Lanford. Entered employ of the 
Hitchcock Lumber Co., 1884; came to Detroit, 1902, and filled position 
of secretary and treasurer of the City Lumber Co. ; was one of the 
organizers of the Central Lumber Co., 1905, of which is secretary 
and treasurer. Former alderman and police commissioner of Bay City. 
Republican. Episcopalian. Mason (32°), Knight Templar, Shriner. 
Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: Cor. Rose and Eighteenth Sts. 
Residence: 115 Pingree Av, 

HOCKETT, Charles W.; born Plainfield, Ind., Jan. 11, i860; son of 
Cyrus W. and Rebecca (Doane) Hockett; educated in public schools 
of Muncie, Ind.; married at Detroit, June 17, 1890, Mabel Coates Red- 
field. Began active career in printing business ; was city editor Evening 
News, Muncie Ind., 1881-83 - came to Detroit and was connected with 
advertising department of Detroit Free Press, becoming manager of 
same, 1892; has engaged in real estate business in his own name since 
1892. Member Detroit Real Estate Board. Independent Republican. 
Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : 36 Home Bank BIdg. Resi- 
dence : 85 Hancock Av., W. 

HODGES, Charles H., manufacturer; born. Fond du Lac, Wis., 
Nov, 26, 1859; son of Henry C. and Julia A. (Bidwell) Hodges; edu- 
cated in public schools of Detroit, Olivet College and University of 
Michigan. President Detroit Lubricator Co. since 1906; vice president, 
director and member executive board of the American Lubricator Co. ; 
director Bank of Commerce. Republican. Club: Detroit. Residence: 
541 Jefferson Av. 

HODGES, Clarence B.; born at Fond du Lac, Wis., May 4, 1856; 
son of Henry C. and Julia A. (Bidwell) Hodges; educated in schools 
of Detroit and at Exeter Academy ; vice president of the Detroit Lubri- 
cator Co. Republican. Club : Detroit. Residence : 44 Ferry Av., E, 

HODGES, Frederick W,, manufacturer; born, Detroit, Aug. 25, 
1864; son of Henry C. and Julia A, (Bidwell) Hodges; educated in 
public schools of Detroit, University of Michigan and Cornell Univer- 
sity. Has been secretary and treasurer of the Detroit Lubricator Co. 
since 1901 ; director United States Savings Bank. Ex-president of the 



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Manufacturers' Association. Republican. Club: Detroit. Residence: 
33 Eliot St. 

HODGES, Henry Clay, real estate owner, manufacturer, editor, 
and publisher; born, South Hero, Grand Isle Co., Vt., Mar. 2, 1828, 
son of Nathaniel (who was in the service of the war of 1812, and grand- 
son of Eziekel Hodges, revolutionary soldier under General Van Renss- 
elaer), and Clarissa (Phelps) Hodges; educated in the public schools 
of Vermont, spent a portion of his early manhood in teaching; married 
at Hastings, Mich., Oct. 10, 1854, Julia Bidwell, daughter of the late 
Judge Horace Bidwell. Became a resident of Detroit, 1863 ; engaged 
with his brother Charles C. in life insurance business, under firm 
name of Hodges Bros., general agents for the Connecticut Mutual Life 
Insurance Co. for states of Iowa, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Minnesota; 
in 1868 sold their interests in the states of Iowa and Minnesota to 
the company; in 1869 the province of Ontario was added to their 
agency, and was continued until the fall of 1906. In 1872 became 
interested in the Wyandotte Rolling Mills Co., was vice president 
and managing director, and on the death of Capt. E. B. Ward became 
president ; organized, with Capt. Ward and others, the Detroit-Arizona Cop- 
per Mining Co. ; was vice president, and succeeded Capt. Ward as president 
(these mines have since become among the largest copper producing 
mines in the country, and are now owned by Phelps, Dodge & Co.). 
In 1882, organized with brother Charles C. the Detroit Radiator Co. 
(now the American Radiator Co.) ; bought, in 1872, with brother, a 
tract of about seventy-five acres of the Woodbridge farm, and laid 
out Lincoln and Trumbull Avenues (now one of the most beautiful 
sections of Detroit) ; was the first one who instituted building restric- 
tions requiring each purchaser to build of brick not less than two 
stories in height, to sit a uniform distance from the curb. Attended 
the convention that nominated Lincoln, May, i860; went to conven- 
tion a strong Seward man, and believed the convention had made a 
mistake, when the nomination of Lincoln was declared, but found he 
was mistaken, and has since believed that Abraham Lincoln was the 
only man who could have saved this country from destruction. Organ- 
ized, in 1879, with brother C. C, the Detroit Lubricator Co., one of 
the largest brass industries in the country, was president until 1906, 
and is now chairman of the board; half owner of Hodges Building, 
and has other large realty interests. Compiler and publisher of the 
"Science and Key of Life" (six vols.) ; editor, proprietor, and publisher 
of the "Stellar Ray," a monthly magazine devoted to scientific and 
liberal thought propaganda. Was trustee and member of the Unitarian 
Church for many years. Republican. Ex-member Board of Estimates. 
Member Board of Commerce. Office : Hodges Bldg. Residence : Witherell 
Apartments. 

HODGSDON, Daniel Bascome, captain U. S. Revenue Service ; born 
New York, Feb. 4, 1836; educated in public and private schools; served 



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in U. S. merchant marine, 1849-61. Entered U. S. Revenue Service, 
Nov, 12, 1861, as third lieutenant; promoted second lieutenant, July 14, 
1863; first lieutenant, July 11, 1864; captain, Sept. 14, 1868. During 
Civil War on duty on lower Chesapeake Bay and its tributary waters ; 
served in Alaskan waters at time that territory was transferred to the 
U. S. Government, 1867; commanded revenue training schoolship S. P. 
Chase, 1887-91. Spent about twenty-five years on Atlantic coast stations, 
ten years on the lakes and three years on the Pacific ; ordered, November, 
1897, to command cutter McCulloch, which he took through Suez Canal, 
reaching Singapore, Apr. 8, 1898, reported to Commodore Dewey at 
Hongkong, Apr. 17, 1898, joined his squadron and took part in the battle 
of Manila Bay; later commanded cutter Fessenden ; retired on full 
duty pay by joint resolution of Congress, May 3, 1900, for efficient 
and meritorious service at battle of Manila Bay, June, 1902; detailed 
assistant inspector Tenth and Eleventh Life Savings districts, 1902-5. 
Relieved from duty in connection with life saving service, Jan. 31, 1905. 
Address: Hotel Plaza. 

HOFFMAN, Charles; born, Pomerania, Germany, 1847; son of 
Gutav and Dorothea Hoffman; educated in Germany; came to America, 
1872 ; married, Detroit, 1873, Miss Alvina Caesar. Learned furniture 
making trade in Germany ; located in Detroit in 1872, and followed the 
trade until he began in business for himself in 1892, as The Hoffman 
Manufacturing Co., of which he has been president and manager from 
time of organization. Ofik:e: 479-481 Brewster Av. Residence: 492 
Wilkins St. 

HOFFMAN, Jonathan P., real estate, insurance and loans ; born, 
Lapeer, Mich., Jan. 19, 1842; son of Peter and Sallie Ann (Taylor) 
Hoffman; educated in public and select schools, Lapeer; married at 
Flint, Mich., Sept. 8, 1875, Sarah Louise Graham. Left school on account 
of poor health and traveled for about three years ; became special agent 
Singer Manufacturing Co., 1878, continuing until 1885 ; was the proprietor 
of the leading music store at Ann Arbor, Mich., 1885-88; located in 
Detroit and traveled for Bootz Bros., cracknel manufacturers, 1888-96; 
was connected for some years with different enterprises for leading 
firms in Detroit; organized The Hoffman Home Realty Co., June 15, 
1907, of which he is president. Republican as to politics; member 
Seventh Day Adventist Church. Recreation: Music. Office: 724-725 
Chamber of Commerce Bldg. Residence : 960 Trumbull Av. 

HOFFMAN, Jules G., coal and coke; born. New York City, Jan. 
31, 1855; son of Frederick and Mary Hoffman; educated in public 
schools of New York City; married at Detroit, 1885, Mary E. Pubois. 
Engaged in cattle raising in Colorado and the West for fourteen years, 
1871-85 ; came to Detroit, 1885, and entered coal business ; has been 
producing and shipping coal in his own name since 1895. Member 
Detroit Board of Commerce. Independent in politics. Member Masonic 
order (32°), Knights Templar, Shrine. Clubs: Detroit, Country, Old. 



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Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: Hammond Bldg. Residence: 154 
McDougall Av. 

HOLDEN, James S., real estate and building; born, Detroit, June 
12, 1875 ; son of Edward G. and Jean (Stansbury) Holden ; graduate 
Cass School, Detroit, January, 1890; Detroit High School, June, 1894; 
Detroit College of Law, degree of LL. B., 1897. Unmarried. Has 
been connected with real estate business since the beginning of his 
active career, 1893, and has operated independently since March, 1898. 
Also president Holden, Miller & Murray Co., lumber; director Michigan 
Savings Bank, Security Trust Co. ; secretary Stanton Farm Co., Ltd. 
Member Detroit Board of Estimates, 1905, 1906, 1907 (president, 1907). 
Republican. Clubs: Detroit, University, Detroit Boat, Old Club, Pris- 
matic, Bankers'. Office: 406 Moflfat Bldg. Residence: 25 Rowena St. 

HOLDEN, Walter Roach; born, Carleton Co., Ont., Sept. 5, 1858; 
son of Horatio and Anna B. (Roach) Holden ; educated in public 
schools of Merrickville, Ont., and at Collegiate Institute, Hamilton, 
Ont. ; married at Milvorton, Ont., 1880, Miss Margaret E. Freeborn. 
Began active career, 1885, as agent of Grand Trunk Ry., serving at 
various stations in Canada, and later train master T. S. M. division of 
the Grand Trunk, at Muskegon, Mich. ; commercial agent Detroit and 
Toledo Shore Line Ry., at Detroit, since June i, 1904. Mason (Mus- 
kegon Commandery No. 22, Past High Priest Muskegon Chapter No. 
47, and Past T. L M., Muskegon Council.) Recreations : Hunting, fish- 
ing, swimming and curling. Office: Lightner Bldg. Residence: 3343/2 
Lincoln Av. 

HOLDEN, William H., pharmacist ; born, Merrickville, Ont., Can., 
July 26, 1859; son of J. H. and Mary Esther Sawyer, both natives of 
Massachusetts; educated in public and high schools of Belleville, Ont.; 
Ontario College of Pharmacy, Toronto, degree of Ph. G., February, 1879. 
Married at Belleville, June 9, 1887, Ella Bancroft Jones. Began active 
career as apprentice in retail drug business, with L. W. Yeomans and 
Company, Belleville, 1875 ; was with R. Templeton, Belleville, retail 
drugs, 1877-78; prescription clerk with Kenneth Campbell & Co., H. R. 
Gray, and foreman for H. Sugden Evans & Co., all of Montreal, P. Q., 
1879-87; has been identified with Parke, Davis & Co., manufacturing 
chemists, since March 21, 1881, first as foreman and later as general 
superintendent. Has devoted his attention largely for many years to 
the systematizing of complex business affairs and the organization 
of employes for social and industrial welfare. Also president Currie 
Cement Construction Co., Currie Coal Co., Meso Island Co. Congre- 
gationalist. Clubs : Detroit, Detroit Boat, Detroit Boat Club Yachts- 
man. Recreations : Yachting, boating and outing diversions at Hickory 
Island and summer home. Offi^ce: Parke, Davis & Co. Residence: 366 
Cadillac Blvd. 

HOLLAND, Henry H. ; born, Detroit, Sept. 22, 1862; son of William 
and Mary (Paeschek) Holland; graduate Bishop Union School, Detroit, 



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1877, and was student in Detroit High School, two years ; married at 
Kincardine, Ont., Can., Mar. 26, 1895, Edith Splan, who died February, 
1898. Began active career in office of Fisher, Baker & Co., Detroit, 1879, 
and continued with the firm for nine years ; was traveling salesman for 
Brown, Hall & Co., Grand Rapids, Mich., one year and was connected 
as bookkeeper with Limbach Sons & Co., Detroit, three years; entered 
employ of Schober Printing Co., as bookkeeper, June, 1892, and is now 
director and manager. Episcopalian. Member Royal Arcanum. Club : 
German Salesmen. Recreation: Summer home on Grosse He. Office: 
III Randolph St. Residence: 603 Mack Av. 

HOLLIDAY, William Post; born, Springfield, Pa., Jan. 9, 1852; son 
of William and Fanny Eunice (Post) Holliday; educated in academies 
at Springfield and Cornell University Commercial College, Detroit ; 
married at Albany, N. Y., June 8, 1880, Marion Barker Ramsey. Was 
engaged in match making in Detroit for six years, beginning at 20 years 
of age ; has been engaged in manufacture of paper boxes at Detroit 
since Apr. 9, 1878. Also president U. S. Board and Paper Co., Carthage, 
Ind., and Central Savings Bank, Detroit; director American Exchange 
National Bank. Republican. Member Union Lodge and Peninsular 
Chapter, F. & A. M., Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs: Detroit, 
Detroit Athletic, Old Club of St. Clair Flats. Recreations: Motor boat, 
automobile, dogs and gun. Office: S. E. Cor. Fort and Brush. Resi- 
dence: 68 Davenport St, 

HOLLINGER, Thomas T.; born, Wayne Co., O., Mar. 6, 1855; 
son of Joseph and Amanda (Metzler) Hollinger; educated in public 
schools of Mansfield, O, ; married at Cleveland, O., 1881, Miss Helen 
Hawley. Began active career by learning trade of grainer, which he 
followed for thirty years in Ohio, Chicago and Detroit ; invented process 
of wood-grain flooring in 1900 and in 1901 organized the American Wood- 
Grain Co., of which has since been president, the factory of the com- 
pany in Detroit. Republican (independent). Member Royal Arcanum. 
Recreations : Boating, fishing. Ofilce : Boul. and Orleans St. Resi- 
dence: 256 Marston Court. 

HOLMES, Arthur David, physician ; born, Chatham, Ont., July 19, 
1864; son of James and Jane (Forster) Holmes; educated in public 
schools; graduate Chatham Collegiate Institute, 1885; M. D., C. M., 
McGill University, Montreal, Can., 1889; post graduate study at Vienna 
and London, 1904; married at Detroit, Feb. 3, 1898, Margaret MacMillan. 
Has engaged in practice in Detroit since 1889, specializing in treatment 
of diseases of children ; assistant attending physician Children's Free 
Hospital, Detroit. Was quartermaster sergeant Twenty-fourth Bat- 
talion, Kent Canadian Militia ; now vice president Newsboys' Association, 
Detroit ; director American Vapor Stove Co. Republican. Episcopalian. 
Member Wayne County and Michigan State Medical societies, Amer- 
ican Medical Association, Detroit Academy of Medicine, Association 
of American Teachers of Diseases of Children, 32° Mason (Damascus 



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Commandery). Clubs: Detroit, Country. Office: 270 Woodward Av, 
Residence : 884 Jefferson Av. 

HOLMES, Frank B., builders' supplies; born, Detroit, Nov. 13, 
1862; son of Lafayette and Ann (Strong) Holmes; educated in Detroit 
public schools; married at Detroit, 1892, Mabel E. Wormer. Began 
active career in wholesale hardware business, 1879, with Standart Bros., 
Detroit, and later with Lockwood-Taylor Co., Cleveland, continuing 
until 1887; president and general manager Barnum Wire and Iron 
Works, 1887-89; president F. B. Holmes & Co., manufacturers and 
jobbers of fire brick, cement and builders' supplies since 1889. Member 
National Builders' Supply Association, Detroit Builders' and Traders' 
Exchange, Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Episcopalian. 
Member Masonic order (32°), Mystic Shrine. Clubs: Detroit, Rush- 
mere, Country. Recreations : Hunting, fishing. Office : 306-309 Ham- 
mond Bldg. Residence : 858 2d Av. 

HOLMES, William Lane, real estate and investments ; born, Huron 
Co., Ont., Can., July 13, 1859; son of Matthew and Martha (Lane) 
Holmes; educated in public schools of Birmingham, Mich.; married at 
St. Louis, Mich., Apr. 27, 1881, Emma L. Wheeler. Began active 
career in 1875 ^^ clerk for J. M. Arnold, bookseller and stationer, Detroit, 
and later was with C. R. Mabley; was connected with Allan, Shelden & 
Co., wholesale dry goods, 1878-81, was with Peter Hayden & Co., whole- 
sale saddlery, hardware, 1881-83, and from 1883 to 1889 was with D, 
Appleton & Co., publishers, as manager for the state of Michigan; 
entered real estate business in 1889, in which has since continued; 
organized, with others, in 1896, the Detroit Telephone Company, of 
which was elected president, 1897; organized, with others, in 1898, 
the Michigan Portland Cement Co., of which he was president, and 
in 1899 organized, with others, the lola Portland Cement Co. of Kansas, 
of which he was also elected president ; organized in 1907 the Ohio 
Cement Co., of which he is now president ; president of Detroit Tool 
Co., organized in 1905. Republican. Methodist; for three years presi- 
dent Detroit Methodist Episcopal Church and Sunday School Alliance. 
Club: Fellowcraft. Recreation: Literature. Office: Majestic Bldg. 
Residence: 251 Putnam Av. 

HOLT, Frederick Holford, treasurer and manager F. A. Goodrich 
& Co.; born, Manchester, Eng., Jan. 18, 1867; son of James Robert and 
Mary (Holford) Holt ; educated in Manchester grammar school and 
six months at Victoria University, Manchester; came to America March, 
1884, and located in Detroit; married, Detroit, Nov. 20, 1900, Lilian 
Silk. Began active career as messenger of the Michigan Savings Bank, 
becoming successively, bookkeeper and paying teller; severed connec- 
tion with the bank, 1901, and has since been treasurer and manager F. A. 
Goodrich & Co., sales representative for Michigan, for Jones & Laughlin 
Steel Co., La Belle Iron Works, Cherry Valley Iron Co., Globe Iron 
Co., Deseronto Iron Co., Ltd., Stonega Coke and Coal Co., Inland 



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Steel Co. Also secretary and treasurer F. A. Goodrich Iron and Steel 
Co., St. Louis, Mo.; secretary C. M. Hayes & Co., Detroit; director C. 
W. Warren & Co., jewelers. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Unitarian in church affiliation. Clubs : Detroit, Fellowcraft, Detroit 
Boat, Detroit Golf. Recreation : Golf, advocate of outdoor sports. 
Office: 810-812 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 116 Boston Blvd. 

HOOD, Arthur John; born, Ontario, Can., May 8, 1873; son of 
Andrew M. and Henrietta (Selby) Hood; educated in public and high 
schools, Ontario ; married at Chicago, 1902, Olive B. Dixon. Came to 
Detroit, 1889; was with Michigan Central R. R. as special accountant, 
1891-97; dealer in bonds as A. J. Hood & Co., since 1897. Club: Detroit 
Golf. Recreation: Golf, fishing, tennis. Office: Penobscot Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 1226 Woodward A v. 

HOOPER, Alfred, vice chairman and general manager of Berry 
Bros., Limited, varnish manufacturers. Member Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Office: Lieb & Wight. Residence: 677 Jefferson Av. 

HOOPER, Vernon J., physician ; born, South Lyon, Mich., Dec. 27, 
1870; son of Henry B. and Elizabeth (Sopp) Hooper; educated in 
public schools of Salem, Mich. ; Michigan Agricultural College, two 
years; Fenton (Mich.) Normal School, graduating, 1893; Detroit College 
of Medicine, two years; Michigan College of Medicine and Surgery, 
graduating, 1898; New York Post Graduate School, 1899; Army Medical 
School, Washington, D. C, 1906; married at South Lyon, Mich., Dec. 
21, 1899, Estella Donovan. Began practice in Detroit, 1898. Ex-captain 
and assistant surgeon, U. S. Volunteers in Philippines ; major and 
surgeon First Infantry, Michigan National Guard. Member Wayne 
County Medical Society, Michigan State Medical Society, Association of 
Military Surgeons of the United States. Member Masonic order. Knights 
of the Modern Maccabees, Protected Home Circle, Recreation : Hunt- 
ing. Office and residence : 700 Dix Av, 

HOPKIN, Robert, artist; born in Glasgow, Scotland, Jan. 3, 1832; 
son of Robert and Janet (Miller) Hopkin ; came to Detroit with parents, 
1843; educated in schools of Detroit; married at Detroit to Evelyn 
Godfrey. Early learned trade of house painting, but having a natural 
talent for drawing became engaged in scene painting, which he fol- 
lowed for thirty years; has fitted with scenery the stages of many of 
the leading theaters of the country, such as Hooley's, Haverly's, the 
Grand, McVicker's, and Columbia, Chicago; the old Whitney and the 
Detroit Opera House, Detroit; the Tabor Grand Opera House, Denver, 
and the Colorado Springs Opera House, Colorado Springs, Colo; has 
devoted his attention since 1871 to marine painting and has gained 
wide recognition as one of the leading artists in his special line ; his 
paintings have been on exhibition in the salons of Detroit, Chicago, 
Boston, Philadelphia and New York. Independent in politics. Pres- 
byterian. Member Detroit Artists' Association, Western Art Ascocia- 



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tion, St. Andrew's Society (life member). Was member Volunteer 
Fire Department of Detroit from its organization until its disbandment 
(foreman of Phoenix Co. No. 5). Address: 247 First Av. 

HORNUNG, Jesse Burroughs; born, Genesee Co., Mich.; son of 
John T. and Julia E. (Parker) Hornung; educated in public schools 
and University of Michigan, graduating, degree of A. B. 1893 ; unmar- 
ried. Came to Detroit, 1893, and has since been identified with his 
father as dealer in lumber, grain and cooperage stock. Member Board 
of Commerce. Club: Detroit. Office: 36 Campau Bldg. Residence: 
121 Ferry Av. E. 

HORNUNG, John Tyler; born, Erie Co., N. Y. ; son of John M. and 
Elizabeth (Rhoades) Hornung; educated in public schools of New York; 
married, Julia E. Parker. Engaged for a number of years in manufac- 
turing and marketing shingles; came to Detroit, 1893, and has since 
handled grain, lumber and cooperage stock. Member Board of Com- 
merce and Board of Trade. Club : Detroit. Office : 36 Campau Bldg. 
Residence: 121 Ferry Av., E. 

HORTON, Henry Wilber, Jr., secretary Buhl Sons Company ; born, 
Garrettsville, O., Aug. 4, 1855 ; son of Henry W. and Mary (Allen) Hor- 
ton; educated in public schools of Garrettsville; married at Jefferson, 
O'., 1879, Cora E. Bailey. Began active career as clerk in retail hardware 
store of Henry Talcott, Jeiiferson, 1872; went to Painesville, O., and later 
to Sharon, Pa., where he filled position of paymaster for the Sharon 
Iron Co.; removed to Detroit, 1887, and became connected with Buhl 
Sons Company, wholesale hardware, and has been secretary and director 
of the company since 1902. Member Protected Home Circle, Repub- 
lican, Episcopalian. Club: Commercial. Recreations: Music, baseball 
and other outdoor diversions. Office: 103-119 Woodbridge Av. Resi- 
dence : 316 Hudson Av. 

HOSMER, George (Stedman), jurist; born, Detroit, May 13, 1855; 
son of John and Lucy Jane (Buttrick) Hosmer; educated in Detroit 
schools; B. A,, Literary Department, University of Michigan, 1875; 
studied law with Griffin & Dickinson, Detroit, and admitted to bar, 
1878; married at Detroit, Oct. 30, 1889, Margaret S. Bagley (now 
deceased). Member of law firm of Griffin, Dickinson, Thurber & 
Hosmer, 1886-83, and of Dickinson, Thurber & Hosmer, 1883-88; judge 
circuit court. Third Judicial Circuit of Michigan, since Jan. i, 1888. 
Democrat. Unitarian. Mason. Clubs : Detroit, Fellowcraft, Yondotega, 
Old Club, Detroit Boat. Office: County Bldg. Residence: 68 Stimson 
Place. 

HOUCK, Jonas Byron, lawyer; born, Lexington, Mich,, Apr. 23, 
1869; son of Henry and Miriam (Cook) Houck; educated in district 
schools and at Flint (Mich.) Normal College; read law with the late 
Judge George H. Durand, of Flint, and was admitted to the bar, 1890; 
married, at Croswell, June 28, 1893, Gertrude Houghtalin. Worked as 



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trimmer in saw mill and as timber inspector previous to reading law ; 
began practice in Croswell, June i, 1890, and after ten months moved 
to Detroit, where he has since practiced. Served as private in Co. A, 
Michigan National Guard. Democrat. Member Wayne County Bar 
Association, American Lodge No. 441, I. O. O. F. (P. G.), Ingersol 
Encampment (P. C. P.), Captain Canton American Eagle No. 41, I. O. 
O. F. (P. M.), and T. O. of T. I. President Odd Fellows Bowling 
League. Recreation: Bowling. Office: 306 Telegraph Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 601 Lafayette Blvd. 

HOUGH, Willis; born, Hadley, Mich., Feb. 17, 1864; son of Nor- 
man Fox and Elizabeth (Mathews) Hough ; educated in public schools 
of Hadley, 1870-73, Flint, 1873, Fenton, 1873-82, graduating from Fenton 
High School, 1882; student University of Michigan, one year, 1882-83, 
and at Detroit Business University, summer of 1883; married at Detroit, 
Oct. 26, 1886, Carrie Mansfield. Began active career as entry clerk 
for Peter Hayden; saddlery hardware, 1883; was connected with the P. 
Hayden Saddlery Hardware Co., as cashier and bookkeeper until the 
Detroit house was closed, 1890; assisted in organizing firm of Pierson 
& Hough, which began business Apr. i, 1890, as wholesale jobbers 
and manufacturers of harness, horse collars, saddlery and kindred goods, 
incorporated, 1903, as Pierson & Hough Co., and has been secretary- 
treasurer of the company since time of its incorporation. Member Board 
of Commerce. Baptist. Club : Detroit Boat. Recreations : Rowing in 
summer, gymnasium in winter. Office: loi Jefiferson Av, Residence: 
944 Cass Av. 

HOUGHTEN, Henry; born. May 21, 1850; son of John and Mar- 
garet (Gothney) Houghten ; educated in public schools of Roseville, 
Mich. ; married at Detroit, 1876, Almine Hetchler. Began in the building 
supply business, 1877; operates in his own name as wholesaler, retailer 
and manufacturer; handles building stone, lime, cement, sand, plaster and 
hair, sewer pipe, tile, fire brick, and clay, pressed, ornamental, paving 
and common brick ; maintains four yards and two mills. Methodist. 
Office: 806 Hammond Bldg. Residence: loi 21st St. 

HOUGHTON, Elijah Mark, physician ; born, Antwerp, N. Y., Apr. 
29, 1867; son of William and Harriet C. (Simons) Houghton; educated 
in public schools up to 1883 ; Ives Seminary, Antwerp, 1884-85 ; Potsdam 
State Normal School, 1886-89; University of Michigan, 1889-95; degree 
of Pharmaceutical Chemist, 1893, M. D. 1894; married at Antwerp, Apr. 
23, 1893, Jennie Z. Hunt. Began practice at Ann Arbor, 1894; assistant 
in pharmacology. University of Michigan, 1895 ; lecturer in experi- 
mental pharmacology Detroit Medical College, 1897-02; special lecturer 
Department of Medicine, University of Michigan, since 1902. Became 
connected with Parke, Davis & Co, Detroit, as pharmacologist and 
bacteriologist, 1895, and still continues with the company as junior 
director of research and biological laboratories; has been directing 
the production of diphtheria antitoxin since its discovery, 1894; engaged 



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in manufacture of vaccine and other biological products, devoting much 
time to the direction and publication of researches in biological medicine. 
Member Wayne County Medical Society, Michigan State Medical 
Society, American Medical Association, American Physiological Society, 
American Association of Bacteriologists, Society for the Study and 
Prevention of Tuberculosis, etc. Clubs : Detroit, Detroit Boat, Detroit 
Boat Club Yachtsman. Recreations: Horticulture and Aquatic Sports. 
Office: Parke, Davis & Co. Residence: 130 Longfellow Av. 

HOUGHTON, Lew M., printing; born, Cass City, Mich., June 9, 
1869; son of David M. and Margaret (Landon) Houghton; educated in 
public schools of Cass City; married, Lexington, Mich., 1891, Rose 
Henry. Began active career, 1886, in country newspaper office and 
continued for twelve years; removed to Detroit and engaged in general 
job printing, in which has since continued. Republican. Recreations: 
Shooting and fishing. Office : 80-84 Jefferson Av. Residence : 242 Bald- 
win Av. 

HOUSTON, James, railway official; born, Baltimore, Md., Dec. 21, 
1842; son of William and Mary Ann (Eraser) Houston; educated in 
public and high schools of Baltimore; married at Eau Claire, Nov. 25, 
1875, Mary F. Stouch. Began active career as telegraph operator, 
continuing, 1861-64; in mercantile pursuits, 1864-71; telegraph operator 
and superintendent of telegraph Leavenworth, Lawrence & Galveston 
Railroad, 1871-74; chief clerk in general freight offi,ce, Missouri River, 
Fort Scott & Gulf Railroad, at Kansas City, 1874-78; superintendent 
Kansas City, Burlington & Santa Fe Railroad, 1878-81 ; superintendent 
and director Natchez, Red River & Texas Railroad, 1881-83; general 
superintendent Pontiac, Oxford & Port Austin Railroad, 1883-88; and 
later receiver same road; general superintendent Pontiac, Oxford & 
Northern Railroad, 1889-94; secretary and treasurer Michigan Pas- 
senger Association, 1895-1903 ; chairman, same, since 1903. Presbyterian. 
Office: 52-55 Campau Bldg. Residence: 310 Forest Av. 

HOVEY, Horatio N., lumberman ; born, Oxford, Oakland Co., Mich., 
Feb. 20, 1853; son of Horace and Hannah (Scribner) Hovey; educated 
in public schools of Oakland Co., Mich., and at Eastman Commercial 
College, Poughkeepsie, N. Y.; married at Muskegon, June i, 1874, Miss 
Nellie Merrill. Began active career as clerk in grocery, at Muskegon, 
1867; became clerk, Muskegon post office, 1868, and deputy postmaster^ 
1870; member hardware firm of Merrill & Hovey, Muskegon, 1875, and 
of McCracken, Hovey & Co., lumber dealers and manufacturers, 1881 ; 
became member of firm of Hovey & McCracken, dealers in timber lands 
and logs, 1883, the firm buying mill and property belonging to Mc- 
Cracken, Hovey & Co., and later buying another mill and operating 
two large saw mills at Muskegon until 1899; retired from manufac- 
ture of lumber and removed to Detroit, 1904; now devoting attention 
mainly to Southern and Western timber lands, of which is a large 
owner. Also president Muskegon Savings Bank; vice president Renin- 



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sular Salt Co. ; director Grand Rapids-Muskegon Power Co., Shaw- 
Walker Company, Grand Rapids Desk Co. Was for number of years 
vice president National Lumberman's Bank, Muskegon, for three years 
president Muskegon Chamber of Commerce, and for ten years member 
and treasurer Muskegon Board of Education. Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Republican. Member Masonic order {^2°), Knights 
Templar (Michigan Sovereign Consistory). Clubs: Detroit, Fellow- 
craft and member of several hunting and fishing clubs. Recreations: 
Hunting and fishing. Office: 518 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 825 
Cass Av. 

HOVEY, Silas P., president Peninsular Salt Co.; born, Oxford, 
Mich., Apr. 10, 1837; son of Horace and Hannah (Scribner) Hovey, 
early settlers of Oakland Co., Mich. ; educated in public schools of Oak- 
land Co. ; married at Oxford, 1864, Sarah E. Glaspie. Was engaged 
in general merchandise business in Oxford and in dry goods business 
at Pontiac during the Civil war; was in lumber and pine land busi- 
ness at Ionia, until 1882, when he removed to Detroit and is still 
operating pine lands. Owned and operated 4,000 acre grain and stock 
farm in Yellow Medicine Co., Minn., for eighteen years ; one of original 
incorporators of the Dime Savings Bank, Detroit, of which he is now 
director; has been president of the Peninsular Salt Co. since Nov. 13, 
1900. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Baptist (member board of 
trustees First Baptist Church). Member Palestine Lodge, F. & A. M., 
King Cyrus Chapter, Detroit Commandery, Knights Templar No. i, 
Moslem Temple, A. A. O. N. M. S. Clubs: Bankers', Wayne. Recrea- 
tions: Hunting and fishing. Office: 312 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 
95 Washington Av. 

HOWARD, Frank M., banker; born, Washtenaw Co., Mich., May 
23, 1840; son of Martin and Julia Howard; educated in district school 
Washtenaw Co. ; widower. Engaged for several years in lumber business 
in California; returned to Ann Arbor, Mich., and entered manufacture 
of farm implements ; has devoted his attention mainly to banking inter- 
ests since 1880 and is identified with the First National Bank and State 
Savings Bank, Ann Arbor, and the Peninsular Savings Bank, Detroit. 
Member Knights of Columbus. Office: 210 ist St., W. Residence: 
44 Hazelwood Av. 

HOWARTH, John Bradshaw, treasurer The Pingree Company, 
wholesale shoe manufacturers; born, Graniteville, Mass., Mar. 29, 1858; 
son of George and Margaret (Bradshaw) Howarth ; educated in com- 
mon schools and at Westford (Mass.) Academy; married, Detroit, Apr. 
8, 1884, Fanny Child Perkins. Upon leaving school December, 1875, 
entered employ of The Pingree Company (then Pingree & Smith, organ- 
ized 1866) ; became member of the firm, 1883, and has been treasurer of 
the company since time of incorporation, 1902. Has confined his business 
activities to The Pingree Company and its branches. Episcopalian. 
President Board of Missions P. E. Diocese of Michigan. President 



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Detroit Y. M. C. A. Club : Detroit. Recreations : Study of sociology 
and political economy. Office : 104 Jefferson Av. Residence : 785 Cass 
Avenue. 

HOWE, Jeremiah; born, Tipperary Co., Ireland, Aug. 15, 1850; son 
of Thomas and Bridget (Tuohey) Howe; came to America, 1871 ; 
educated in common and night schools in United States; married at 
Torrington, Conn., May, 1878, Margaret Ganley. Was connected with 
the Coe Brass Manufacturing Co., Torrington, for ten years ; came to 
Detroit, 1881, and entered employ of Detroit Copper and Brass Rolling 
Mills and was superintendent of the company, 1883-1905; resigned posi- 
tion and has been general superintendent of the Michigan Copper and 
Brass Co. since February, 1905. Independent in politics. Catholic. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce, Detroit Engineering Society. 
Club: Rushmere. Office: 1577-1613 Jefferson Av., W. Residence: 227 
W. Grand Boul. 

HOYT, Henry Warrington; born on farm, Walworth Co., Wis., 
July 29, 1852; son of Avery A. and Caroline M. (Hoyt) Hoyt; graduate 
University of Wisconsin, Ph. B. and M. L., 1872; married at Chicago, 
December, 1875, Miss Florence L. Hastings. Began active career as 
editor and proprietor Saline County Post, Crete, Neb., 1872, continuing 
until 1877; postmaster, Crete, 1875-77; chief editor Daily Democrat, 
Madison, Wis., 1877-83; proprietor Gault House, Chicago, 1883-87; 
secretary and general manager Gates Iron Works, Chicago, 1887-01 ; 
second vice president and sales manager Allis-Chalmers Co., Chicago, 
1901-05; retired and devoted attention to private interests, 1905-07; 
removed to Detroit, May, 1907, and became vice president Great Lakes 
Engineering Works, of which he had been director since 1903. Director 
Hanna Engineering Works, Chicago. Independent in politics ; Christian 
Scientist. Club : Detroit. Recreation : Fishing. Office : Foot of Rivard 
St. Residence : 859 Jefferson Av. 

HUDSON, Joseph Lowthian, merchant ; born, New Castle-on-Tyne, 
England, Oct. 17, 1846; son of Richard and Elizabeth (Lowthian) 
Hudson; came to America, i860; educated in public schools of England 
and Hamilton, Ont. ; unmarried. Located at Grand Rapids, Mich., i860; 
school six months ; farm six months ; began working for C. R. Mabley 
in clothing business at Pontiac, 1861 ; in business with his father, at 
Ionia, 1866-77, R. Hudson & Son ; came to Detroit, 1877, and associated 
in clothing business with C. R. Mabley; left Mabley and engaged in 
clothing business as J. L. Hudson in 1881, which became department 
store, 1891, when the present building was completed and occupied 
(company incorporated as The J. L. Hudson Co., 1897). Vice president 
Dime Savings Bank ; director American National Bank, president Harper 
Hospital, McGregor Mission, Associated Charities, Florence Crittenton 
Home, Provident Loan Society; trustee Y. M. C. A., Central M. E. 
Church and Methodist Deaconess' Home. Formerly Public Lighting 
Commissioner and Water Commissioner; now member Art Commission 



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of Detroit. Democrat. Methodist. Clubs: Detroit, Fellowcraft, Detroit 
Fishing and Hunting Association. Recreations : Automobiling and 
traveling. Office : Gratiot and Farmer Sts. Residence : 443 Woodward 
Avenue. 

HUEBNER, George Charles; born, Detroit, Mar. 6, 1857; son of 
Edward and Caroline (Hilsebecher) Huebner; educated in German- 
American Seminary and public schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, 
January, 1885, Catherine L. Lotz. Began active career in manufacture 
of sash and doors with his father, Edward Huebner, the firm later 
becoming the Huebner Manufacturing Co. (Edward, Sr. and Jr., and 
George C.) ; continued manufacturing sash and doors for sixteen years; 
then entered political life and served as representative of First district, in 
Michigan Legislature, 1889-90, and filled office of county treasurer of 
Wayne County, 1891-92; returned to business field and engaged for ten 
years in manufacture of brass goods ; has been at the head of the 
Detroit and Pittsburg Coal Co. since March, 1907. Member German 
Salesmen's Association. Democrat. Protestant. Member Masonic 
order (32°), Knights Templar, Shrine. Recreations: Outdoor diver- 
sion. Office: 1010-1012 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 255 Warren Av. E. 

HUEBNER, George John; born, Detroit, Nov. 20, 1885; son of 
George C. and Catherine L. (Lotz) Huebner; educated in public schools 
of Detroit and Detroit Central High School, graduating June, 1903; 
attended Detroit College of Law and University of Michigan ; unmar- 
ried. Began business career as salesman Globe Brass Co., 1903 ; then 
became connected with loan department of the National Realty Co. ; 
has been secretary Detroit and Pittsburg Coal Co. since time of its 
establishment, March, 1907. Republican, Presbyterian, Member Phi 
Kappa Delta of Detroit College of Law, Harmonic Society. Recreations: 
Athletic sports and outdoor diversion. Office: 1010-1012 Majestic Bldg. 
Residence: 255 Warren Av. E. 

HUETTEMAN, Frank J.; born, Detroit, Feb. 15, 1874; son of Frank 
and Bernadine (Wessel) Huetteman ; educated in parochial schools, 
Detroit, and at Detroit College ; married at Detroit, Oct. 10, 1899, 
Rose M. Schulte. Began active career as apprentice to machinist trade, 
with The Huetteman & Cramer Co., 1889; became shop foreman, 
assistant treasurer, and since 1904 has been secretary and treasurer of 
the company. Member C. M. B. A. Recreations : Fishing and bowling. 
Office: Mark Av. and Belt Line. Residence: 1002 Sheridan Av. 

HUMPHRY, Joseph W., lawyer; born, Stratford, Can., Mar. 11, 
1871 ; son of Joseph W. and Annie (Collins) Humphry; educated in 
public schools of Stratford, Ont., Strathroy (Ont.) Collegiate Institute 
and University of Michigan, graduating, degree of LL. B,, 1895 ; married 
at London, Ont., 1895, Florence Sharp. Taught school 1890, 1891 and 
1892; began practice of law in Detroit, 1895, and was member firm of 
Walters, Humphry & Walters, 1895-04; has devoted attention mainly 
to financial work in corporate matters since 1904. President and gen- 



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eral manager The Colonial Portland Cement Co., Ltd., of Wiarton, 
Ont., Can. ; secretary The Norris Collar Co. Member Detroit Bar Asso- 
ciation. Republican. Methodist. Member Oriental Lodge, F, & A. M., 
Michigan Sovereign Consistory (32°), Moslem Temple, A. A. O. N. 
M. S.; L O. O. F. Club: Fellowcraft. Recreations: Hunting and 
fishing. Office: 905-906 Chamber of Commerce Bldg. Residence: 267 
Merrick Av. 

HUNT, Ormond F., lawyer; born, Saranac, Mich., Sept. 4, 1856; son 
of Herman and Elizabeth (English) Hunt; A. B., University of Mich- 
igan, 1881 ; LL. B., Law Department, University of Michigan, 1882; 
married at Detroit, June 14, 1899, Caroline Bloom. Began practice of 
law at Detroit, 1883, as member of firm of Griffin, Warner & Hunt, 
continuing until 1893; assistant prosecuting attorney, 1 893-1 901 ; pros- 
ecuting attorney Wayne County six years, 1901-7; has associated in 
practice with Allan H. Frazer since Jan. i, 1907. Republican. Member 
Beta Theta Pi college fraternity, Detroit Board of Commerce. Mason 
(32°) ; member Detroit Commandery No. i and Moslem Temple, Mystic 
Shrine. Club : Detroit. Recreations : Books and outdoor sports. Office : 
816-817 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 90 E. Canfield Av. 

HUNT, Wellington Quelos, real estate and insurance ; born, Detroit, 
Aug. 31, i860; son of George Wellington and Louise C. (Quelos) 
Hunt; educated in Detroit public and high schools, graduating from 
Detroit High School, 1879; married at Detroit, Nov. 21, 1888, Mabel 
T. Loud. Began in real estate and insurance business, 1881, and has 
since continued in same lines. Democrat. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Boat. 
Recreations : Boating, hunting and fishing. Office : 523 Hammond Bldg, 
Residence : 1023 Jefferson Av, 

HUNT, Wetmore; born, Detroit; son of Cleaveland and Helen 
(Wetmore) Hunt; educated in public and high schools of Detroit, grad- 
uating, 1878; Ph. B., University of Michigan, 1881 ; married at Detroit, 
June, 1886, Isobel Kerr Muir. Entered service of Detroit, Mackinac & 
Marquette R. R., 1882, and has been director and assistant land com- 
missioner of the road since 1890. Democrat. Presbyterian. Member 
Delta Kappa Epsilon. Clubs: Country, Detroit Boat, University. 
Recreation: Yachting. Office: 410 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 149 
Joseph Campau Av. 

HUNTER, Joseph H.; born, Pittsburg, Pa., Nov. 23, 1867; son of 
John F. and Mary A. (Fedder) Hunter; educated in public schools of 
Pittsburg, and at Western University; married at Pittsburg, Nov. 19, 
1893, Sarah P. Ford. Began active career as electrician in employ of the 
Allegheny County Light Co., in charge of electric testing; manager 
Pittsburg Light Co., which was merged with Allegheny County Light 
Co. ; resigned to accept position as superintendent of the Ferrous Chemi- 
cal Co., later associating for about two years with Dr. J. A. Koch in 
experimental work ; engineer of way, Pittsburg & Allegheny Telephone 



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Co. ; acted as vice president and general manager National Cable Wire 
Co. until the company went into hands of receiver; was appointed by the 
court as receiver of the company and still continues; assisted in organ- 
izing and incorporating the Detroit Insulated Wire Co., 1906; director 
of Gogebic Iron Syndicate of Wisconsin ; administrator of the late Henry 
P. Ford, Pittsburg. Republican. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Mason. Club : Detroit. Recreation : Amateur photography. Office : De- 
troit Insulated Wire Co. Residence : 3087 Grand Blvd. 

HUNTER, Thomas. Began active career at Indianapolis, Ind., 
1873, in employ of the merchandising house now known as the Pettis 
Dry Goods Co., working in a minor position ; came to Detroit and in 
1892 assisted in organization of Glenn & Hunter, dry goods, which 
became Hunter, Glenn & Hunter the year following, and in 1899 was 
changed to Hunter & Hunter. Also member of firm of Hunter & 
Tripp, Syracuse, N. Y., and A. S. & T. Hunter, Utica, N. Y. Member 
Detroit Board of Commerce. Office: 177-181 Woodward Av. Resi- 
dence: 57 Eliot St. 

HUNTER, W. Egerton N., architect; born, Hamilton, Ont., Can., 
Feb. 16, 1868; son of William and Dina (Sutton) Hunter; educated in 
Hamilton (Ont.) Collegiate Institute ; married at Dundas, Ont., 1893, 
Elizabeth Alice Kay. Came to Detroit, 1891 ; has been engaged in pro- 
fession as architect since 1897. Mason. Recreations: Outdoor and ath- 
letic diversions. Office : 1225-1226 Chamber of Commerce. Residence : 
190 Blaine Av. 

HUPP, Charles J., industrial agent Michigan Central Ry. ; born, Sa- 
lem, Va., July 18, 1848; son of Abram and Columbia (Huff) Hupp; edu- 
cated at Roanoke College, Salem ; married at Detroit, Mich., June 26, 
1907, Miss Emma Sly. Began active career as ticket agent Pittsburg, 
Fort Wayne ^ Chicago Ry. at Plymouth, Ind., 1866, continuing until 
1867; was cashier freight office same road at Plymouth, 1867-70; station 
agent Grand Rapids & Indiana Ry., at Kalamazoo, Mich., 1870-76; gen- 
eral agent Michigan Central Ry., at Grand Rapids, 1876-84, assistant gen- 
eral freight agent, at Detroit, 1884-07, and promoted to industrial agent 
of same road. May i, 1907. Office: 1220 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 836 
Second Av. 

HURD, William F., president W. F. Hurd Co., manufacturers and 
jobbers of sash, doors and interior finish ; born, Warsaw, N. Y., Aug. 26, 
1851 ; son of Franklin D. and Anna (Hosiel) Hurd; educated in public 
schools of Wyoming Co., N. Y. ; married at Buffalo, N. Y., 1867, Miss 
Johanna Lavey. Has been identified with manufacture of sash, doors and 
interior finish ever since the beginning of his active career ; came to De- 
troit, 1877; was connected for a number of years with De Man Bros, 
and John Pigott & Sons, in Delray and Detroit; organized the W. F. 
Hurd Co., 1898, and has been at the head of the company since time of 
organization. Democrat as to politics. Episcopalian in church affiliation. 



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Mason. Recreations: Automobiling, shooting and outdoor exercises. Of- 
fice: 200 Campbell Av. Residence: 546 Campbell Av. 

HURST, James T., timber and pine lands; born, Syracuse, N. Y., 
July 28, 1843; son of Samuel and Amanda (Lewis) Hurst; educated in 
public schools of Wayne Co., Mich. ; married in Wayne Co., July 5, 1869, 
Mary A. Lacey. Came to Wayne Co. with parents at age of one year, 
and engaged in lumber business at the beginning of his active career, con- 
tinuing for more than forty years; senior member James T. Hurst & 
Sons, established, 1897, dealers in timber and pine lands. North and 
South. Was member State Prison Board, Ionia, five years; appointed 
U. S. inspector of customs for Eastern Michigan, Oct. 7, 1867, and served 
both as inspector of customs and deputy U. S. marshal until 1874. Re- 
publican. Presbyterian. Member Masonic order (32°), Shriner. Recrea- 
tion: Reading. Office: 1019 Hammond Bldg., Detroit. Residence: Wy- 
andotte, Mich. 

HUSEN, Alfred; born, Tannersville, Pa., Sept. 8, 1861 ; son of Wil- 
liam and Eliza Husen ; married at Detroit, Mar. 18, 1891, Lottie Dandell. 
Began in tobacco business as "stripper" for Scotten, Lovett & Co., 1876; 
at 19 went on the road as traveling salesman, and later was made super- 
intendent of department for manufacture of plug tobacco, the firm being 
at that time Daniel Scotten & Co., which sold out to the Continental To- 
bacco Co., 1898; assisted William E. Scotten in organization of the Scot- 
ten Tobacco Co., 1899, as an independent company, of which has been 
vice president and director from time of organization. Republican. Of- 
fice: Scotten Tobacco Co. Residence: 423 Hubbard Av. 

HUTCHINGS, Frank W., secretary National Founders' Associa- 
tion; born. Belle Plaine, la., July 27, 1873; son of Gideon and Mary Au- 
gusta (Dresser) Hutchings; educated in public schools and at Columbian 
and Georgetown universities, graduating from the latter, with degrees of 
LL. B. and LL. M. ; married at Lyons, Mich., Oct. 6, 1897, Eva Manning. 
After graduation from university, was private secretary for Hon. Richard 
C. McCormick, of New York, and later associated with the official ste- 
nographers of the House of Representatives, Washington ; accepted posi- 
tion at Congressional Library Building and Grounds, subsequently being 
appointed chief clerk ; removed to Detroit, July, 1902, and has since acted 
as secretary National Founders' Association. Republican. Member De- 
troit Board of Commerce. Club: Detroit. Recreations: Tennis and au- 
tomobiling. Ofiice: 915 Hammond Bldg. Residence: Hotel Plaza. 

HUTCHINS, Jere Chamberlain, street railway manager; born in 
Carroll parish. La., Oct. 13, 1853; son of Anthony W. and Mary B. 
(Chamberlain) Hutchins ; moved to Lexington, Mo.; educated in public 
schools; studied civil engineering; married, 1881, Anna M. Brooks, of 
Waco, Tex. Began railway service in construction of Missouri, Gulf & 
Lexington Ry. ; later construction engineer on Missouri railroads ; re- 
porter Waco, Tex., Examiner, 1876-81 ; returned to railroading, serving 
thirteen years with New Orleans & Pacific, Missouri, Kansas & Texas, 



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Louisville, New Orleans & Texas, Illinois Central Ry. companies ; mana- 
ger Detroit Citizens' Street Ry., 1894; worked for amalgamation of lines; 
now president and general manager Detroit United Ry., owning, operat- 
ing and controlling about 500 miles of electrical railway. Member Ameri- 
can Society Civil Engineers ; director Detroit Chamber of Commerce, 
Detroit Convention League. Clubs: Detroit, Country, Fellowcraft (De- 
troit) ; Metropolitan (New York) ; Union (Cleveland). Office: 12 Wood- 
ward Av. Residence : 149 McDougall Av. 

HUTCHINSON, William G., physician; born, Detroit, June 23, 
1876; son of Edwin B. and Delia M. (Gillett) Hutchinson; educated at 
Detroit Church Academy and Detroit College of Medicine, degree of M. 
D., 1897; unmarried. Interne at Harper Hospital, 1897-98; assistant 
physician staff Eastern Michigan Asylum, 1898-99; interne Children's 
Free Hospital, 1899-1900; now attending physician Children's Free Hos- 
pital ; demonstrator of anatomy Detroit College of Medicine ; assistant 
medical director Michigan Mutual Life Insurance Co. ; assistant surgeon 
Michigan State Naval Brigade since 1906. Member Wayne County Medi- 
cal Society, Michigan State Medical Society, American Medical Associa- 
tion, Nu Sigma Nu. Club: Fellowcraft. Office: 611 Washington Arcade. 
Residence: 180 Hendrie Av. 

HUTTON, George E.; born, Hartford, Conn., Oct. 5, 1861 ; son of 
George and Annie (McGinnis) Hutton ; educated in public schools of De- 
troit and at Patterson's College; married at Detroit, Apr. 23, 1893, Miss 
Minnie Leaycraft. Came to Detroit, 1867; was engaged in U. S. light- 
house service for seven years, after which he lived upon a farm in Wayne 
Co., Mich., for eight years ; in employ of Amercan Express Co. at De- 
troit three years ; became connected with Hannan & Co., real estate, 
Feb., 1890, was with real estate firm of Adams & Peck for three years 
and entered business for self, 1895 ; member of firm of Hutton & Nail 
since 1904. Member Detroit Board of Education, 1907-11 (inspector 
Sixth ward) ; Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. President E^f- 
troit Matinee Club (of Recreation Park). Recreations: Driving and fine 
horses. Office: 1009 Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 643 Brooklyn Av. 

HUTTON, Robert; born, Windsor, Ont., Apr. 19, 1846; son of John 
and Elizabeth (Mason) Hutton; educated in public schools of Windsor; 
married at Windsor, Dec. 29, 1870, Margaret Ann Nutson. Worked at 
tinsmith trade, Windsor, 1861-64; followed same trade. Long Island, N. 
Y,. until 1865, returning to Windsor, where he continued until 1866; re- 
moved to St. Joseph, Mo,, where he was foreman Charles Schultz & Co., 
roofing and galvanized cornice works, until 1876; again in Windsor, 
where he was partner, with brother, John, stoves, furnaces and plumbing, 
until 1878; located in Detroit, 1878, and associated with John Leadley as 
Leadley & Co., galvanized iron cornices, Mr. Leadley retiring, 1889, when 
the firm became Hutton Bros. & Co., and consisted of self, John Hutton 
and Thomas Mears, brother retiring, 1895, since which time the title has 
been Robert Hutton & Co. Was member volunteer service Canadian 



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government, Windsor, 1861-66. Republican. Episcopalian. Member Ma- 
sonic order (Scottish Rite), Shriner. Clubs: Wayne, Detroit Curling. 
Recreation: Curling. Office: 112-116 Fort St., E. Residence: 72 Joy St. 

INGLIS, David, physician ; born, Detroit, Dec. 27, 1850; son of Rich- 
ard and Agnes (Lambie) Inglis ; educated in public schools of Detroit 
and Grand Rapids, Mich., University of Michigan, Detroit Medical Col- 
lege, degree of M. D., 1871 ; Bellevue Hospital Medical College, New 
York, 1872; married at Jonesville, Mich., Aug. i, 1877, Jennie H. Baxter. 
Began practice, 1874; post-graduate studies at Vienna and University of 
Berlin, two years ; has made a specialty of mental and nervous diseases 
since 1885 ; professor nervous and mental diseases Detroit College of 
Medicine; consulting neurologist to Harper and St. Mary's hospitals. 
Universalist. Member Wayne County Medical Society, Michigan State 
Medical Society (president, 1906), American Medical Association, De- 
troit Academy of Medicine. Recreation: Agriculture. Office: 1331 Ma- 
jestic Bldg., Detroit. Residence: Grosse He, Mich. 

INGLIS, James, manufacturer; born, Detroit, Aug. 15, 1864; son of 
Richard and Agnes (Lambie) Inglis; educated in Detroit public and 
high schools; married at Fort Wayne, Ind., Oct. 20, 1903, Elizabeth 
Hughes. Began manufacturing business in Detroit, 1887; treasurer and 
manager American Blow^er Co., manufacturer of heating, ventilating, dry- 
ing and mechanical draft apparatus; vice president Under Feed Stoker 
Co. of America, Chicago; director National Bank of Commerce, Michi- 
gan Savings Bank. President Detroit Board of Commerce, 1906. As- 
sociate member American Society of Mechanical Engineers. Repub- 
lican. Presbyterian. Clubs : Detroit, Detroit Boat, Country, Detroit Au- 
tomobile. Office: American Blower Co., 1400 Russell St. Residence : 626 
E. Grand Blvd. 

INGRAM, Frederick F., manufacturing pharmacist ; born, Hastings, 
Mich., May 9, 1856; son of Orrin L. and Lydia A. (Benson) Ingram ; edu- 
cated at Hastings High School and Olivet College, education cut short 
by sickness; married, Hudson, Wis., June 15, 1889, Laura A. Mayo. Be- 
gan active business career as proprietor of retail drug store at Ypsilanti, 
Mich. ; then traveled for pharmaceutical house several years before be- 
coming partner in firm of Milburn & Williamson, manufacturing phar- 
macists, Detroit, Jan. i, 1885; later M. Milburn retired and firm became 
Williamson, Ingram & Griggs ; in the 90's Mr. Ingram bought out other 
interests and has since been proprietor under firm name of Frederick F. 
Ingram & Co. Member Detroit Public Lighting Commission for six 
years, ending 1905 (twice president of the commission). Member Ameri- 
can Yorkshire Club (director), American Lincoln Sheep Breeders' As- 
sociation (director), American Galloway Association. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Recreations: Farming and stock breeding; partici- 
pation in economic and industrial betterment movements. Office: 50-56 
Tenth St. Residence: 409 Lafayette Blvd. 



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IRELAND, David M., manufacturer. President Ireland & Matthews 
Manufacturing Co., Edmund & Jones Manufacturing Co. ; vice president 
Ericsson & Moon Manufacturing Co. ; second vice president Michigan 
Copper and Brass Co. Office: Ireland & Matthews Mfg. Co. Residence: 
165 E. Grand Blvd. 

IRVINE, George W., physician ; born, St. Lawrence, N. Y., June 6, 
1866; son of Robert and Areis C. (Millen) Irvine; educated in common 
school ; Chammont High School ; graduate Dominion Business College, 
Kingston, Ont. ; Detroit College of Medicine, graduating, M. D., Mar. 
19, 1891 ; married at Detroit, Dec. 12, 1906, Annie F. Booth. Has prac- 
ticed in Detroit since 1891 ; medical examiner Fidelity Mutual Life In- 
surance Association of Philadelphia. Member Wayne County Medical 
Society, Michigan State Medical Society, American Medical Associa- 
tion. Contract surgeon. Fort Wayne, during Spanish-American War ; as- 
sistant in chemical laboratory Detroit College of Medicine since 1900. 
Republican. Mason (32°), Mystic Shriner. Club: Fellowcraft. Recrea- 
tion: Automobiling. Office: 511 Washington Arcade. Residence: 1626 
Woodward Av. 

IRVINE, William Henry, real estate ; born, Mackinaw Island, Mich., 
Mar. 4, 1849; son of John Dunseith and Matilda (Drew) Irvine; educated 
in public schools and Detroit High School, graduating, 1865 ; unmar- 
ried. Became connected as accountant with Detroit Stove Works in 
1866, and continued with the company for twenty-seven years, filling po- 
sitions of treasurer and director the greater part of the time ; resigned, 
Mar., 1893, to take an active part in real estate business of Irvine & 
Wise, handling mostly own property. Also president Rouge River Salt 
Co. ; director Detroit Salt Co. Republican. Presbyterian. Member of 
Real Estate Board. Recreations: Outdoor yports. Office: 214 Moffat 
Blk. Residence : 43 Garfield Av. 

ISHAM, Frederic Stewart, author; born at Detroit, Mar. 29, 1866; 
son of Charles S. and Lucy B. (Mott) Isham ; graduate High school, De- 
troit; studied for two years at Royal Academy Music, London, and two 
years Munich; married, Apr. 15, 1895, Helen M. Frue. Author (drama) : 
The Case Vidal ; (play) The Toy Shop ; (book) The Strollers, 1902 ; 
(book) Under the Rose, 1903; (book) Black Friday, 1904. Office: Buhl 
Block. 

IVES, Augustus W., physician; born, Detroit, Jan. 21, 1861 ; son of 
Lewis T. and Margaret W. (Leggett) Ives; educated in public schools of 
Detroit ; was student in College de France, Paris, France, and Heidelberg 
University, Germany, three years, 1878-81 ; Detroit College of Medicine, 
M, D., 1891 ; post-graduate course in Vienna, summer of 1904; married 
at New York, Aug. 31, 1901, Claire Chandler. Has been engaged in 
practice in Detroit since 1891 ; professor of physiology and nervous dis- 
eases Detroit College of Medicine ; visiting neurologist to St. Mary's 
Hospital. Member Wayne County Medical Society, Michigan State 
Medical Society, American Medical Association. Republican. Unitarian. 



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Member Nu Sigma Nu. Club : Detroit Boat. Recreations : Automobii- 
ing, fungi. Office and residence : 24 W. Montcalm St. 

IVES, Percy, portrait painter; born, Detroit, June 5, 1864; son of 
Lewis Thomas and Margaret Wright (Leggett) Ives; educated in gram- 
mar and high schools of Detroit to 17; studied Pennsylvania Academy 
of Fine Arts for four years, and in Paris, France, for six years ; married ■ 
at Detroit, June 16, 1890, Elise Caron. Has painted portraits of many of 
the prominent men of Michigan and of a number outside of the state, 
including ex-President Cleveland ; has exhibited in Paris, New York, St. 
Louis, Philadelphia, Cincinnati, Boston, Chicago, Buffalo; received hon- 
orable mention Pan-American Exposition, Buffalo, 1901 ; member Jury of 
Admission, Art Department, St. Louis Exposition, 1904. Republican, 
Member Detroit Museum of Art (incorporator and trustee). Society of 
Western Artists, Fine Arts Society, Archaeological Society (treasurer De- 
troit Branch), Detroit Post G. A. R. Clubs: Detroit Boat, Prismatic. 
Recreations : Outdoor sports. Studio and residence : 22 Montcalm St. 

JACKSON, John J., lawyer; born, Cicero, N. Y., Oct. 6, 1869; son 
of Elias and Mary M. (Baum) Jackson; graduate Olivet College, Olivet, 
Mich., degree B. A., 1891, M. A., 1892; superintendent of schools, Three 
Rivers, Mich., 1892, 1893 and 1894; married at Detroit, Oct. 25, 1895, 
Clara M. Sweet. Studied law, was admitted to the bar, 1895, and has 
since practiced in Detroit. Member Detroit and Michigan State Bar as- 
sociations. Club : Fellowcraft. Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : 
812-816 Union Trust Bldg. Residence: loi Pingree Av. 

JACKSON, William A., president Michigan State Telephone Co. ; 
born, Ithaca, N. Y., Sept. 9, 1848; married at Three Rivers, Mich., 1873, 
Miss Nellie M. Moore. Entered telephone business, 1877, in employ of 
the Michigan Telephone Co.; came to Detroit, 1882; was president Cen- 
tral Union Telephone Co., Chicago, 1899-04; returned to Detroit as presi- 
dent of the Michigan State Telephone Co., 1904. President Municipal 
Lighting Commission of Detroit under Mayor H. S. Pingree, 1893-94. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Mason. Clubs : De- 
troit, Country, Old Club. Office : Mich. State Telephone Co. Residence : 
Pasadena Apts. 

JACOBS, Abram, produce commission; born, Russia, Sept. 15, 1863; 
son of Joseph and Anna Jacobs ; educated in Russia ; came to America, 
1882, and located in Detroit ; married at Detroit, 1886, Yetta M. Lavine. 
Has been engaged in wholesale fruit and produce commission business 
since 1893, and is senior member of firm of A. Jacobs & Co. Member 
Detroit Produce Exchange. Republican, Jewish religion. Member 
Knights of Pythias, Hebrew Protective Union, Sons of Benjamin. Of- 
fice : 22-24 Woodbridge St., W. Residence : 248 Wyandotte St. 

JACOBS, Albert Poole, lawyer, author; born, Detroit, Nov. 12, 1853 ; 
son of Nathaniel Poole and Catherine Mary Jacobs ; graduate Detroit 
High School, 1869; University of Michigan, degree of A. B., 1873; Law 



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Department, University of Michigan, LL. B., 1876; married, Jackson, 
Mich., June 13, 1899, Grace W. Grinnell. Has engaged in practice in 
Detroit since Mar. 26, 1876; director Detroit Meter Co.; member Detroit 
Bar Association. Republican. Episcopalian (vestryman St. Paul's 
Church, 1877-99). Member Knights of Pythias, D. O. K. K., Psi Upsilon, 
Sons of American Revolution. Club: University. Author: Greek Let- 
ter Societies, 1879; Reference Digest Michigan Reports, 1881 ; The Psi 
Upsilon Epitome, 1884; Digest of Michigan Decisions, 1888, 1893, 1900; 
The University of Michigan Book, 1898; The Phi Chapter of the Psi 
Upsilon Fraternity, 1906. Office : 29 McGrav^r Blk., Detroit. Residence : 
Birmingham, Mich, 

JACOBS, Charles Huntington; born, Detroit, July 17, 1857; son of 
Nathaniel Poole and Catherine Mary (Huntington) Jacobs; educated in 
Cass School and Detroit Central High School and University of Michi- 
gan, degree of B. A., 1875; married at Detroit, June i, 1881, Mary Hub- 
bard, daughter of Bela Hubbard, Esq. Began active career after leaving 
college, as stock clerk for Buhl Sons & Co. ; became member of the firm, 
1888, and m.anager, 1892; traveled extensively in the United States and 
other countries in developing the business of the company. Also secre- 
tary, treasurer and general superintendent Detroit Meter Co. Member 
Psi Upsilon (joint founder and secretary since 1878 of the Detroit Psi 
Upsilon Alumni Association). Chairman since 1893 of the Detroit High 
School Scholarship Fund Association, vv^hich was organized by himself. 
Prof. F. L. Bliss and others, in 1891, and by the assistance of which forty- 
two graduates of the Detroit High Schools have been enabled to obtain 
a college education at the University of Michigan. Member Sons of 
American Revolution. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Boat, Country Club. Of- 
fice : Buhl Stamping Co. Residence : 919 Jefferson Av., Detroit. 

JACOBSON, Benjamin, lawyer; born, East Saginaw, Mich., June 21, 
1874; son of Levi and Hannah (Feldstein) Jacobson ; educated in public 
schools of East Saginaw, Charlotte High School and University of Michi- 
gan, graduating LL. B., 1898. Has been in practice in Detroit since 1898. 
Member Detroit Bar Association. Secretary-treasurer Houghton-Jacob- 
son Printing Co. and Detroit Film Exchange Co. Member B'nai B'rith. 
Club : Mutual. Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : 26 Newberry Bldg. 
Residence: 156 E. High St. 

JANUARY, William Louis, lawyer; born, near Xenia, O., Jan. 9, 
1853; son of George Wadman and Mary Standifore (Garnett) January; 
educated in district schools of Green Co., O. ; elective course University 
of Michigan ; Law Department, University of Michigan, graduating, 
LL. B., 1883 ; married at Shelby, O., May 25, 1886, Carrie B. Brucker. 
Admitted to Michigan bar, 1883, and later to U. S. Circuit, District and 
Supreme courts; elected to Mich. House of Rep., fall of 1896, and was 
the only member from Detroit on Committee on City Corporations ; 
introduced charter amendments affecting City of Detroit; introduced 
first bill providing for general primary election reforms throughout the 



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state and abolition of caucuses and conventions (bill not passed, but it 
formed nucleus for other bills of similar nature and primary election re- 
form was obtained for Detroit) ; introduced and secured passage of bill 
for protection of parks and boulevards, notably the Belle Isle bridge ap- 
proach, making it a part of the City Park, and placing it under control 
of the park board ; also active in reduction of taxation and repeal of M. C. 
charter. Candidate for judge circuit court, 1905 ; candidate for delegate 
State Constitutional Convention, 1907; delegate to World's Congress 
of Lawyers and Jurists, St. Louis, 1904; appointed by Detroit County 
and Michigan State bar to compile and edit memorial of John Mar- 
shall Day celebration. Treasurer Nash Auto Car Co. Republican. 
His services in the hard money campaign were especially con- 
spicuous, his clear comprehension of the issues at stake making him 
a valuable adviser ; he took active part in the campaign, rendering valu- 
able services to his party on the stump, and by his writings through the 
press and otherwise. Member Detroit Bar Association, Michigan State 
Bar Association, American Bar Association, International Law Associa- 
tion, member University of Michigan Association of Detroit, Ohio So- 
ciety of Detroit. Club : Detroit Yacht. Recreations : Outdoor sports. 
Office: 12-13 Buhl Blk. Residence: 196 Avery A v, 

JENKS, Charles Carleton; born at St. Clair, Mich., Aug. 24, 1854; 
son of B. W. and Sarah (Carleton) Jenks; educated in St. Clair High 
School and at academy. Fort Edward, N. Y. ; married at Detroit, Nov. 5, 
1879, Christine Strachan. Came to Detroit, 1875, and became connected 
with the Wyandotte Rolling Mills as bookkeeper; later acted as sales- 
man for the mills and with successor, the Eureka Iron Co. ; was identified 
with the wholesale hardware business as member of the firm of Fletcher, 
Jenks & Co., 1884-94; assisted, 1894, in organizing the Jenks & Muir 
Manufacturing Co., manufacturers of iron and brass bedsteads, etc., and 
has been president of the company from time of its organization. Also 
president Newland Hat Co., and of the Commercial and Savings Bank, St. 
Clair, Mich.; vice president Michigan Savings Bank, Holliday Box Co. 
Republican. Protestant. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs: 
Detroit, Detroit Country. Office: 1441 Hastings St. Residence: 472 
Woodward Av. 

JENKS, Harrison Darling, physician ; born, Warsaw, N. Y., Oct. 
14, 1867; son of Henry B. and Mary E. (Darling) Jenks; prep, education 
at Warsaw High School to 1885; A. B., Harvard, 1890, A. M., 1894; M. 
D., Harvard Medical School, 1894; unmarried. Has practiced in Detroit 
since 1895. Republican. Member Wayne County Medical Society, De- 
troit Academy of Medicine, Michigan State Medical Society, American 
Medical Association. Recreations : Athletics. Address : 97 Lafayette 
Boulevard. 

JENKS, Nathan, physician ; born, Detroit, June 3, 1872 ; son of Ed- 
w^ard Watrous and Sarah Reed (Joy) Jenks ; educated in public schools 
of Detroit; B. S., Dartmouth College, 1896; M. D., Medical Department 



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Cornell University, New York City, 1899; married at Detroit, Oct. 8, 
1902, Elizabeth C. Cady. Member house staff Bellevue Hospital, New- 
York City, 1899-1900; has practiced in Detroit since 1900; lecturer on ob- 
stetrics and clinical midwifery, Detroit College of Medicine; assistant 
physician Woman's Hospital and Infants' Home. Member Wayne Coun- 
ty and Michigan State Medical societies, American Medical Association. 
Clubs : University, Detroit, Detroit Boat, Detroit Automobile. Office : 
271 Woodward Av. Residence: 231 Burns Av. 

JENNINGS, Alfred E., president Detroit Contracting Co. ; born. 
Paw Paw, Mich., May 9, i860; adopted son of Burr and Olive (Witter) 
Jennings ; educated at Decatur and Ann Arbor High schools and Univer- 
sity of Michigan, graduating, degree of A. B., 1889 ; married at Ann Ar- 
bor, Mich., 1888, Miss Harriet C. Crosby. Went to Germany, 1889, after 
graduating from university, and took up post-graduate course in peda- 
gogy and political economy at universities of Halle and Jena ; returned 
to United States, 1890; engaged in life insurance business at Lincoln, 
Neb., 1891-94; came to Detroit, 1894, and continued in life insurance 
business four years ; with Detroit, Ypsilanti, Ann Arbor & Jackson R. R., 
and the Detroit & Mackinaw Ry. as right of way and real estate agent, 
until 1902; has been engaged in rock salt enterprise in vicinity of Detroit, 
Mich., since 1902. President White Mfg. Co., manufacturer of white color 
card machine; president Detroit Contracting Co., constructors shaft for 
mining rock salt; secretary Detroit Salt Co. Independent in politics. 
Member Central Christian Church. Office: 1101-1105 Penobscot Bldg. 
Residence : 665 Second Av. 

JENNINGS, Charles Godwin, physician; born, Leroy, N. Y., 1857; 
son of Thomas A. and Matilda (Godwin) Jennings; graduate Mynderse 
Academy, Seneca Falls, N. Y., 1875; Detroit Medical Coll., M. D., 1879; 
married, Ann Arbor, Mich., Mar. 6, 1884, Helen Louise Felch. Has 
practiced in Detroit since 1879; professor practice of medicine and dis- 
eases of children, Detroit College of Medicine ; physician Harper Hospital 
and Children's Free Hospital ; president Detroit Clinical Laboratory ; 
member Board of Health, Detroit. Member Wayne Co. and Michigan 
State Medical societies, Detroit Academy of Medicine, American Medi- 
cal Association, American Climatological Association, American Pediat- 
ric Society (president, 1904). Republican. Member Sons of American 
Revolution. Clubs : Detroit, Yondotega, Country, St. Clair Flats, Detroit 
Boat. Recreations : Yachting, hunting and fishing. Office : 435 Jefferson 
Av. Residence : 457 Jefferson Av. 

JEROME, James Daly, lawyer; born, Detroit, Oct, 29, 1875; son 
of Frank H. and Nora F. (Daly) Jerome; educated in Detroit public and 
high schools; A. B., University of Michigan, LL. B., 1898; unmarried. 
Has practiced in Detroit since 1898. Elected to Michigan Legislature, 
1904, and reelected, 1906. Republican. Presbyterian. Club : Fellowcraft. 
Office: Moffat Bldg. Residence: 102 Washington Av. 



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JEWELL, William Franklin, president Detroit Business University ; 
born, Oneida Co., N. Y., Mar. 7, 1837 ; son of Isaac and Sophrona 
(Knight) Jewell, and direct descendant of Thomas Jewell, of Eng'and, 
who received a grant of land at North Wallaston, Mass., 1639, and great- 
grandson through his mother of Gen. George Marsden, of the Colonial 
army; worked on farm, attended district school, and at 18 entered 
Wheaton College, 111. ; taught school in winter for seven years and 
worked on farm in summer; took a course in Bryant & Stratton Business 
College, Chicago, 1864; married, ist, at Elkhorn, Wis., i860. Miss Eliza- 
beth Ogden ( deceased) ; 2d, Detroit, Sept. 3, 1874, Miss Margaret 
Brownlee. Began business career as bookkeeper for a lumbering firm 
at Green Bay, Wis., 1864, but soon accepted an offer to return to Chicago 
as teacher in the college which he had attended ; having thoroughly mas- 
tered the counting house system as exemplified in actual business, he was 
selected by the proprietors of the college to introduce the system into 
their college at Detroit. Came to Detroit, 1865, associated in business inter- 
est with Bryant, Stratton & Goldsmith, in the Goldsmith College, and was 
given entire charge of the course of study and the school room, becoming 
identified with the institution as teacher of commercial courses and 
bookkeeping; bought out the college, 1882 (founded, 1850), and later 
merged it with the Spencerian College under the title of the Detroit Busi- 
ness University, of which he has since been president and treasurer. Di- 
rector Citizens' Savings Bank (chairman examining committee of stock- 
holders for many years). Member Business Educators' Association of 
America, Detroit Board of Commerce. Independent in politics. Univer- 
salist (trustee of the Church of Our Father). Mason. Club: Bankers'. 
Recreation : Outdoor life at summer home and on farm, near Ann Arbor. 
Office: Detroit Business University. Residence: 59 Medbury Av., De- 
troit; summer, Point Du Chene, St. Clair River, Mich. 

JEWETT, Edward Huntting, coal mining ; born, Elmira, N. Y., Apr. 
26, 1874; son of Arthur Le Roy and Gertrude (Mulford) Jewett ; educated 
in Chicago public schools and University of Notre Dame, graduating, de- 
gree of B. S., 1894; married, Detroit, June 5, 1900, Emma F. Farwell. 
Began active career as member of firm of H. M. Jewett & Co., miners 
and wholesale dealers in coal, 1894, name of firm becoming Jewett, Bige- 
low & Brooks, 1896, which has since continued and of which he is vice 
president. Also vice president J. B. B. Colleries Co., Maher Coal and 
Coke Co., Twin Branch Mining Co. ; director Big Sandy Coal and Coke 
Co. Was member Detroit Naval Reserves during Spanish-American 
War. Republican. Episcopalian. Clubs : Country, Detroit, Automobile. 
Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : Penobscot Bldg. Residence : 239 
Burns Av. 

JEWETT, Harry Mulford; born, Elmira, N. Y., Aug. 14, 1870; son 
of Arthur Leroy and Gertrude (Osborne) Jewett; graduate University 
of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, Ind., degree of C. E., 1890; married at De- 
troit, Feb. 19, 1900, Mary Visscher Wendell. Began active career as civil 



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engineer on Chicago Drainage Canal, later with Michigan Central R. R. 
as assistant engineer, with headquarters in Detroit; entered coal mining 
with the W. P. Rend Coal Co., Chicago, and began for self in same busi- 
ness, 1903, at Detroit; assistant in organizing firm of Jewett, Bigelow & 
Brooks, miners and wholesale dealers in coal. Also president Big Sandy 
Coal and Coke Co., J, B. B. Colleries Co., Twin Branch and Mining Co., 
Maher Coal and Coke Co. Member Appalachian Engineers' Society. 
Member Michigan Naval Reserve, U. S. war with Spain, and on board 
U. S. S. Yosemite. Republican. Member Masonic order. Clubs : Detroit, 
Detroit Country. Recreations : Automobiling, baseball. Office : Penob- 
scot BIdg. Residence: 1055 Jefferson Av. 

JOHNSON, Edward Roberts, coal operator ; born, Aurora, 111., Sept. 
10, 1882; son of Lucius E. and Ella (Parker) Johnson; educated in pub- 
lic schools of Aurora, 111., Helena and Great Falls, Mont, Toledo, O., Al- 
legheny Institute, Roanoke, Va., and Purdue University, Lafayette, Ind. ; 
married at Toledo, O., Jan. 16, 1905, Edith Grace Carson. Entered em- 
ploy of traffic department, Norfolk & Western Ry., Jan. 25, 1904; then 
started in coal business as salesman for Percy Heilner & Son, Cincinnati, 
O., Oct. I, 1904; assisted in establishing coal firm of E. R. Johnson & Co., 
in Detroit, July, 1905, of which is secretary and treasurer ; secretary and 
treasurer H. T. Wilson Coal Co., vice president and secretary Draper 
Coal and Coke Co. since Feb. I, 1906. Club: Fellowcraft. Office: Majes- 
tic BIdg. Residence: 795 Trumbull Av. 

JOHNSON, Homer Sturtevant; born, Brooklyn, N. Y., June 21, 
1880; son of Stephen Olin and Lilla (Sturtevant) Johnson; educated in 
Detroit School for Boys, and Columbia University. Became connected 
with the Penberthy Injector Co., manufacturers of the Penberthy In- 
jector, steam specialties and lubricating devices, in 1900; was in manu- 
facturing department, 1900-02, manager Canada plant, at Windsor, 1902- 
04, elected vice president and secretary of the Detroit company in 1905, 
and is now manager, manufacturing appliances for feeding boilers. Re- 
publican. Unitarian. Member Alpha Delta Phi fraternity, Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Clubs : Detroit, University, Detroit Boat, Detroit Golf, 
Old Club, Columbia University Club. Recreations : Outdoor sports (was 
member of winning relay team at Columbia University ; president fresh- 
man class, 1902). Office: Holden Av. and Grand Trunk R. R. Residence: 
56 Rowena St. 

JOHNSON, John Gladden, physician ; born, Steubenville, O., Apr. 
10, 1843 J son of David and Margaret Jane (Rex) Johnson ; attended pub- 
lic schools; A. B., Jefferson College, Pa., 1863; M. D., Heidelburg Uni- 
versity, 1869. Began practice in Steubenville, 1870; removed to Detroit, 
Dec, 1872, where he has since practiced ; chief of staff of St. Luke's Hos- 
pital and of St. Joseph's Retreat ; formerly professor of nervous diseases 
Detroit Medical College (resigned, 1887), Republican. Episcopalian. 
Member Wayne County and Michigan State Medical societies, American 
Medical Association. Recreation: Music. Address: 492 Woodward Av. 



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JOHNSON, John H.; born, Detroit, Mar. i8, i860; son of Jacob 
and Ann (Dolan) Johnson ; educated in private schools and Detroit pub- 
lic and high schools; married at Detroit, May 26, 1886, Frances M. Mc- 
Grath. Began active career as clerk in wholesale dry goods house of Al- 
lan Sheldon & Co., 1879; resigned, 1889, soon after the organization of 
the Peninsular Savings Bank to become teller and accountant of that 
bank; was appointed assistant cashier, 1891, cashier, 1896, and has been 
president of the bank since Jan., 1907. Also director Security Trust Co., 
River Rouge Savings Bank. Director and treasurer Detroit Board of 
Commerce. Member American Bankers' Association (chairman ex- 
ecutive committee of the savings section and member executive council). 
Captain Pelouze Cadets, 1874-76, Detroit High School Cadets, 1877-78. 
Roman Catholic. Member Knights of Columbus. Clubs: Detroit, 
Harmonie, Detroit Golf, Detroit Fishing and Hunting Association. Rec- 
reations: Outdoor sports. Office: 40 Fort St., W. Residence: 34 Pal- 
lister Av. 

JOHNSON, Stephen O., president Penberthy Injector Co. ; born, 
Westfield, Mass., June 15, 1847; son of Philo J. and Eliza (English) 
Johnson; educated in public schools of New York City; married at 
Brooklyn, N. Y., 1873, Lilla L. Sturtevant. Began active career in em- 
ploy of firm of William B. Kittredge & Co., New York, manufacturers of 
tobacco ; became connected with E. I. Horseman, toy manufacturer, 
1871, and after the second year acquired an interest in the business, con- 
tinuing until 1877, when he removed to Colorado on account of health ; 
located in Detroit, 1884, and was manager of the Detroit Knitting and 
Corset Works until the business was sold to the Schilling Corset Co. ; 
organized, with others, in 1886, the Penberthy Injector Co., of which 
was elected treasurer and general manager, and since 1892 has acted as 
president of the company, which maintains the largest factory of the 
kind in the world, the business extending to all countries of the globe. 
Mason, Knight Templar, Shriner. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
First president Brass Manufacturers' Association; on amalgamation of 
metal trades, forming the Employers' Association, was chosen vice presi- 
dent of that organization. Recreation : Trout fishing. Club : Detroit, 
Detroit Golf, Country, Rainbow Trout. Office: Penberthy Injector Co. 
Residence: 56 Rowena St. 

JOHNSTON, Donald A., state manager Union Central Life Insur- 
ance Co., of Cincinnati, O. ; born, Lamberton Co., Ont., Apr. 24, 1874; 
son of Samuel and Christiana (McDonald) Johnston ; educated in com- 
mon schools; married at Detroit, Mar. 19, 1902, Florence Julia Widman. 
Came to Detroit, 1892, and engaged in various pursuits until breaking out 
of the Spanish-American War, in which he served as member of Co. L, 
Thirty-second Michigan Volunteer Infantry ; entered life insurance busi- 
ness at close of the war as cashier in Detroit office of the Union Mutual 
Life Insurance Co., of Portland, Me.; resigned, Dec, 1901, to become 
manager of the life insurance department of Peter White & Co., Mar- 



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quette, Mich.; returning within a year to Detroit as superintendent of 
agents for the Penn Mutual Life Insurance Co. ; has been state manager 
of the Union Central Life Insurance Co. since May i, 1907, every position 
he has held being more remunerative than the one preceding it. Elected 
secretary-treasurer Detroit Life Underwriters' Association, Feb. i, 1907. 
Member Detroit Light Infantry (National Guard) for six years ; member 
St. Andrew's Society. Republican. Methodist. Member I. O. O. F. Rec- 
reations: Outdoor diversions. Office: Home Bank Bldg. Residence : 19 
Alexandrine Av., W. 

JOHNSTON, Joseph G., district manager American Car and Foun- 
dry Co.; born, New Hagerstown, O., Jan. 27, 1850; son of Francis and 
Caroline (Geiger) Johnston; educated in public schools of New Hagers- 
town; unmarried. Began active career as clerk in store in Ohio and con- 
tinued until 1874; engaged in retail book business at Logansport, Ind., 
1874-81 ; removed to Detroit, 1881, and has ever since been connected 
with the American Car and Foundry Co., formerly as superintendent of 
foundries, and as district manager since Feb., 1907. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Independent in politics. Presbyterian as to church 
affiliation. Office : Cor. Ferry Av. and Riopelle St. Residence : 24 E. 
High St. 

JONES, Arthur, lawyer; born, Lansing, Mich., Aug. 17, 1861 ; son 
of Ezra and Marcia (Peet) Jones; educated in public schools of Lansing 
until close of school year, 1876; Bartlett Business College, Lansing, one 
year, ending, 1877; entered Michigan Agricultural College, Lansing, 
Mar., 1878, graduating, Aug. 6, 1881, degree of B. S. ; entered Law De- 
partment, University of Michigan, Oct., 1883, graduating, degree of B. 
L., Mar. 24, 1884; married at Lansing, Dec. 2, 1885, Elizabeth Tryon 
Haines. Began practice in Muskegon, Mich., 1884, and continued there 
until Jan. i, 1903, when he removed to Detroit; has devoted his attention 
entirely to law and makes specialty of municipal and private corporation 
work; member firm of Clark, Jones & Bryant, organized Jan. i, 1903. 
Democrat. Office: 406-41 1 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 588 Cass Av. 

JONES, Charles E. ; born, Macomb Co., Mich., Jan. 12, 1861 ; son of 
William C. and Olive S. (Brown) Jones; educated in district schools of 
Macomb Co. ; married, first, Sept. 27, 1882, Rosina McFarland (now de- 
ceased) ; second, at Mt. Clemens, Mich., May 5, 1894, Miss Carrie Tucker. 
Lived on a farm in Macomb Co. until 1889; then engaged in produce busi- 
ness in Mt. Clemens; came to Detroit as manager William Reid, paints, 
oils, etc., later traveling for Harrison Bros., New York, paint manufac- 
turers ; bought an interest in the American Paint and Glass Co., 1902, 
and has since been its vice president and manager. Member Detroit Paint 
and Oil Club. Formerly justice of the peace and commissioner of drains, 
Macomb Co. Independent Democrat. Methodist. Member I. O. O. F., 
Royal Arcanum, Knights of Pythias, Modern Woodmen of America, K. 
O. T. M. Club : Fellowcraft. Office : Cor. Bates St. and Cadillac Sq. 
Residence : 89 Woodland Av. 



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JONES, Henry K., real estate; born, Detroit, Oct. 30, 1862; son of 
De Garmo and Caroline (Sanger) Jones; A. B., Princeton University, 
1885; married at Boston, Mass., 1890, Anna G. Paddock. Has been en- 
gaged in real estate business in Detroit since 1886. Clubs: Detroit, De- 
troit Boat, Country. Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : Jones Bldg. 
Residence : 898 Jefferson Av. 

JONES, John R., physician ; born. County Wexford, Ireland, June 
29, 1847; son of John and Eliza (Stevenson) Jones; educated in parochial 
school, 1854-62; The Educational Institution, Dundalk, County Louth, 
Ireland, 1862-66; came to America, Mar. 24, 1866; attended University of 
Michigan, 1868-72, graduating from School of Pharmacy, degree of Ph. 
C, 1870, and from Medical Department, degree of M. D., Mar., 1872; 
married at Detroit, June 8, 1880, Mary Elizabeth Hunt, who died Oct. 
20, 1901. Was assistant teacher of analytical chemistry University of 
Michigan, 1871-72; prescription clerk in drug store of John Harvey, De- 
troit, 1872-74, and in store of Frank Inglis, 1874-77 ; has been engaged in 
practice of medicine in Detroit since Mar. i, 1878. Member Wayne 
County Medical Society, Michigan State Medical Society, American 
Medical Association. Republican. Episcopalian. Recreations: Chess, 
draughts, and horseback riding. Office and residence : 2299 Gratiot Av. 

JONES, Lewis Henry, president Detroit Copper and Brass Rolling 
Mills; born, Detroit, May 3, 1857; son of Edward D. and Mary (Grif- 
fith) Jones; educated public schools of Detroit and at Detroit Business 
University ; married at Detroit, Feb. 8, 1883, Ida Sales. Began cctive 
career in employ of Second National Bank (now Detroit National Bank), 
continuing 1873-77 ; went to Colorado but returned to Detroit, 1878 ; was 
connected with the Peninsular Car Works, 1879-81 ; became identified 
with the Detroit Copper and Brass Rolling Mills, 1882, and advanced 
successively through various positions as assistant secretary, secretary, 
secretary-treasurer, vice president and treasurer, general manager, and 
has been president of the company since Jan. i, 1907. Also president Dia- 
mond Manufacturing Co. ; vice president Grace Harbor Lumber Co. Re- 
publican. Presbyterian. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs: 
Detroit, Detroit Boat, Country (Detroit) : Engineers' (New York). Rec- 
reation: Golf. Office: 91-99 Clark Av. Residence: 1 721 Jefferson A v. 

JONES, Nelson B., state agent Spring Garden Fire Insurance Co. 
of Philadelphia ; born, New York City, Oct. 22, 1835 ; son of Joseph A. 
and Eliza (Bradley) Jones; educated in public and private schools of 
Jackson, Mich., up to 16; married at Lansing, Mich., May 9, 1865, Irma 
T. Andrews. Learned printer's trade on the Jackson (Mich.) Citizen, be- 
ginning when 16 years of age, in 1851 ; established in 1858 the Dowagiac 
(Mich.) Republican, and was manager and local editor Lansing State 
Republican, 1860-66; entered real estate and general insurance business, 
1867, and has acted as special agent for various fire insurance companies 
to the present time; has been state agent Spring Garden Fire Insurance 
Co. since 1906. Resided at Lansing, 1857-1900, where he w»s member of 



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real estate firm of Jones & Porter, 1867-92 ; clerk Michigan House of Rep- 
resentatives, 1863-71 ; member common council, Lansing, six years, and 
of board of education six years ; removed to Ann Arbor, 1900, and re- 
mained there until 1904; has been a residence of Detroit since 1904; was 
secretary and member board of directors Harbor Point Association for 
seven years from its organization ; then at Bay View for five years. Re- 
publican. Congregationalist. Member Masonic order. Blue Lodge, Chap- 
ter and Commandery, Lansing. Recreations : Outdoor diversions. Office : 
520 Penobscot BIdg. Residence: 65 Leicester Ct. 

JONES, Sidney Arthur, commercial agent Delaware, Lackawanna 
& Western R. R. ; born, Bedfordshire, Eng., Sept. 17, 1872; son of Alfred 
and Elizabeth (Forth) Jones; came to America, 1884; educated in public 
schools of England and Illinois; married at Detroit, 1896, Nellie V. 
Sheldrick. Began active career as messenger boy with Grand Trunk Ry., 
advancing as clerk and stenographer in passenger department of the 
road ; became traveling freight agent for fast freight line, continuing for 
six years ; has been commercial agent at Detroit of the Delaware, Lacka- 
wanna & Western Rd. since 1903. Republican. Episcopalian. Member 
Detroit Lodge No. 2, A. F. & A. M., Monroe Chapter No. i, R, A. M., 
Michigan Sovereign Consistory, Moslem Temple, A. A. O. N. M. S. 
Clubs: Fellowcraft, Transportation. Office: 221 Hammond Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 70 Park Av. 

JOSLYN, Charles Durant, lawyer; born, Waitsfield, Vt., June 20, 
1847; son of Ezra and Eliza (Durant) Joslyn ; educated in public schools 
of Vermont and Dartmouth College, N. H. ; married at Waterbury, Vt., 

1873, Julia Atherton (now deceased) ; again, Detroit, 1883, Mrs. Fannie 
Cooper. Read law in office of Gov. Paul Dillingham, Waterbury, and 
was admitted to practice at Montpelier, Vt., 1874; came to Detroit, Mar., 

1874, and was member law firm of Joslyn & Freeman, 1877-80; was as- 
sistant corporation counsel for nearly eight years, retiring from office, 
1899; member firm of Corliss, Leete & Joslyn since 1900. Was clerk of 
Superior Court of City of Detroit for several years, and U. S. consul, 
Windsor, Ont., under President Harrison. President State Board of Fish 
Commissioners ; member Detroit Board of Commerce. Member Wayne 
County Bar Association, Michigan State Bar Association. Republican. 
Congregationalist. Member B. P. O. E. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Golf, 
Detroit Yacht, Au Sable Fishing. Recreations: Yachting, golf and out- 
door sports generally. Office: 210 Moffat Bldg. Residence: 58 King Av. 

JOY, Henry Bourne; born, Detroit, Nov. 23, 1864; son of James 
Frederic and Mary (Bourne) Joy; educated in public and private schools; 
Michigan Military Academy ; graduate Phillips Academy, Andover, 
Mass., 1883 ; student Sheffield Scientific School, Yale University, leaving 
in junior year, 1886; married at Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich., Oct. 11, 
1892, Helen Hall Newberry. Began active career as office boy. Peninsu- 
lar Car Co., and became clerk, paymaster and assistant treasurer; in min- 
ing business in Utah, 1887-89; assistant treasurer and director Fort Street 



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Union Depot Co., Detroit, since 1889; president and director Detroit 
Union Railroad Depot and Station Co. since 1896; treasurer and 
director Peninsular Sugar Refining Co., since 1899; general manager and 
director Packard Motor Car Co., since 1903 ; director Michigan Sugar 
Co., since 1906. Republican. Presbyterian. Member State Naval Militia 
five years ; served in U. S. Navy during Spanish-American War as chief 
boatsman's mate U. S. S. Yosemite. Member Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Member Delta Psi (Yale Chapter). Clubs: Yondotega, Detroit, 
University (Detroit) ; Engineers', New York Yacht (New York). Of- 
fice : Packard Motor Car Co. Residence : 501 Jefferson Av. 

JOY, Richard P., president National Bank of Commerce; born, De- 
troit, Jan. 25, 1870; son of James F. and Mary (Bourne) Joy; graduate 
Phillips Academy, Andover, Mass., 1890; widower (married, Ella Ger- 
trude Hopkins, who died April 10, 1897). Began active career in en- 
gineering department, Fort Street Union Depot Co., and now occupies 
following offices: President National Bank of Commerce (since June i, 
1907) ; vice president and treasurer Detroit Union R. R. Depot and Sta- 
tion Co.; vice president Detroit Copper and Brass Rolling Mills; director 
Packard Motor Car Co., Diamond Manufacturing Co., Jackson, Lansing 
& Saginaw R. R. Controller City of Detroit, 1906-7; alderman Second 
ward, 1898-01. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. 
Presbyterian. Clubs: Yondotega, Detroit, Country, Old Club, New 
York Yacht (New York). Recreation: Yachting. Office: The National 
Bank of Commerce. Residence: 971 Woodward Av. 

JOY, William S., architect; born, Detroit, June 28, 1864; son of 
Frederick and Martha J. (Sherman) Joy; educated in public schools of 
Detroit; married at Detroit, Nov. 15, 1904, Agnes Lennox. Entered 
office of Mortimer L. Smith, 1880, to study architecture, and was asso- 
ciated with Mr. Smith for fourteen years ; has practiced on own account, 
under firm name of W. S. Joy & Co., since 1894; designer of following 
structures: Charlevoix Apartments, Wellington Apartments, The Ven- 
dome, Marlborough Flats, many municipal buildings and considerable 
terrace work. Republican. Episcopalian. Recreations : Outdoor sports. 
Office : The Ferguson Bldg. Residence : The Wellington Apartments. 

KAHL, Frederick, iron foundry; born. Gallon, O., July 27, 1856; 
son of Louis and Margaret (Greisel) Kahl ; educated in Detroit; married 
at Detroit, 1881, Mary A. Foley. Has been a resident of Detroit since 
1867; learned trade of foundryman at the old Frontier Iron Works, con- 
tinuing until 1891, when he entered business in his own name as manu- 
facturer of machinery and architectural castings, grate bars and boiler 
fronts. Independent in politics. Member Masonic Order (32°), Knights 
Templar, Shrine. Recreation : Driving. Office : 537 Atwater St., E. 
Residence: 382 E. Grand Blvd. 

KAHN, Albert, architect; born, Rhaunen, Westphalia, Germany, 
Mar. 21, 1869; son of Joseph and Rosalie (Cohn) Kahn ; came to Amer- 



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ica, 1881 ; educated in public and high schools in Germany; held Amer- 
ican architect scholarship for study abroad, 1890-91 ; married at Detroit, 
1897, Ernestine Krolik. Has been engaged in practice of profession in 
Detroit since 1904. Buildings: Detroit Aquarium and Horticultural 
Bldg., Burroughs Adding Machine plant. Temple Beth El, Packard 
Motor Car plant. Palms Apartment Bldg., etc. Director People's Ice Co., 
Brown & Brown Coal Co., Trussed Concrete Steel Co. Member Ameri- 
can Institute of Architects, Fine Arts Society, Detroit Art Commission. 
Club : Phoenix. Recreations : Automobiling, traveling. Office : Union 
Trust Bldg. Residence: 62 Rowena St. 

KAHN, Julius; born, Munstereiffel, Germany, Mar. 8, 1874; son 
of Joseph and Rosalie Kahn ; came to America with parents, 1880; edu- 
cated in public schools of Detroit; B. S., University of Michigan, 1896, 
C. E., 1898; married at New York, Dec. 25, 1903, Margaret Kohut. Was 
civil engineer for U. S. Navy, assistant engineer U. S. Engineering 
Corps and in other engineering enterprises, 1896-1900; acted as manager 
and chief engineer of sulphur and iron mines for the Futayama Shokai, 
Tokio, Japan, in which continued for about three years ; was associate 
member architectural firm of Albert Kahn, Detroit, and has been presi- 
dent of the Trussed Concrete Steel Co. since 1903 ; manager Concrete 
Steel and Tile Construction Co. ; director People's Ice Co. Jewish re- 
ligion. Member Detroit Board of Commerce, American Society of Civil 
Engineers, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Detroit En- 
gineering Society. Mason. Recreation: Automobiling. Office: Trussed 
Concrete Bldg. Residence: 128 Charlotte Av. 

KAISER, Henry; born, Detroit, Nov. 24, 1856; son of John and 
Anna (Theisen) Kaiser; educated in Detroit parochial and public 
schools; married at Detroit, ist, 1885, Katherine Schulte (died 1892); 
2d, 1898, Miss Catherine Stommel. Began active career by learning 
shoemaking trade under Nick Sauer, Detroit; followed trade for seven 
years until 1885, since which time has been engaged as shoe dealer on 
own account. Also president Detroit Chair Manufacturing Co. Catholic. 
Member B. P. O. E., Knights of St. John. Recreations : Outdoor sports. 
Address : 592 Gratiot Av. 

KAISER, John, clothing merchant; born, Detroit, Feb. 12, 1861; 
son of John and Anna (Theisen) Kaiser; educated in public schools and 
business college; married, Detroit, Nov. 4, 1886, Rose Trombley. Trav- 
eling salesman for wholesale clothing for twenty-three years ; one of the 
organizers of the Kaiser, Blair Co., retail clothing, 1900, of which is 
president. Catholic. Member Detroit Board of Commerce, Knights of 
St. John, B. P. O. E. Office: 158 Woodward Av. Residence: 30 Vir- 
ginia Av. 

KALES, William Robert; born, Chicago, Aug. 8, 1870; son of 
Francis Henry (attorney) and Ellen (Davis) Kales; educated in public 
and private schools, Chicago; Phillips Exeter Acad., Exeter, N. H. ; 
Mass. Institute of Technology, Boston, 1888-92, graduating as mechan- 



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ical engineer, degree of B. S., 1892; married, Detroit, Oct. i, 1895, Alice, 
daughter of John S. Gray. Engaged in steam engine construction at 
Worcester, Mass., Chicago and Milwaukee, 1892-95 ; engineer with Brown 
Hoisting Machinery Co., Cleveland, 1895-99; assisted in organizing firm 
of Whitehead & Kales, Detroit, Oct. i, 1899, manufacturers of structural 
steel for bridges, buildings, etc., incorporated, Nov. i, 1905, as the 
Whitehead & Kales Iron Works. Also vice president Detroit Car Build- 
ing and Equipment Co. Member Cleveland Naval Reserves, 1897. Mem- 
ber Detroit Public Lighting Commission, appointed by Mayor Codd, 
April, 1906. Recreations: Sailing and camping. Office: Beecher Av. 
and M. C. R. R. Residence : 195 Burns Av. 

KAMMER, Henry W., undertakers' supplies ; born in St. Clair Co., 
Mich., Dec. 11, 1868; son of Henry and Amelia (Zuelke) Kammer; edu- 
cated in public schools of St. Clair Co. ; married at Detroit, Apr. 2"], 1897, 
Miss Clara Schweinsberger. Lived on farm until 21 ; came to Detroit, 
1890, and engaged in various lines of business, and acted for eleven 
years as general office man for Thorp, Hawley & Co., candy manufac- 
turers ; has been secretary and general manager Detroit Metallic Casket 
Co., since 1905. Republican. Lutheran. Recreation: Literature. Office: 
862-874 Gratiot Av. Residence : 1091 Sheridan Av. 

KAMPER, Louis, architect; born, Bliesdalheim, Bavaria, Germany, 
Mar. II, 1861 ; son of Peter and Maria (Esch) Kamper; educated in 
public schools and technical school, Germany; came to America, 1880; 
married at Detroit, July 20, 1890, Emily Kling. Began with firm of 
McKim, Mead & White, architects. New York City ; came to Detroit as 
member of the firm of Scott, Kamper & Scott, 1888, and since dissolu- 
tion of the firm two years later has operated in his own name. Buildings t 
Residence of Col, F. J. Hecker and of H. Scherer, Detroit; residence 
of S. P. Dresser, Bradford, Ont. ; Fine Arts Building, Michigan State 
Fair Building at Buffalo, N. Y., Posselius Bros.' plant. House of Cor- 
rection, and others. Member Michigan Chapter American Institute of 
Architects. Presbyterian. Member B. P. O. E. Clubs: Harmonie, 
Detroit. Office : Fine Arts Bldg. Residence : 1422 JelYerson Av. 

KANE, Edward Elmore, lawyer; born, Plattsburg, N. Y., Sept. 18, 
1848; son of Edward and Euretta (Elmore) Kane; educated in public 
schools and University of Michigan, graduating, B. A., 1867; married, 
Mackinac Island, Mich., 1875, Grace Franks. Came to Detroit, 1857; 
studied law and was admitted to the bar, 1873 ; associated in practice 
with Judge A. G. Boynton and later with Daniel B. Hubbard, Jr. ; now 
practicing alone; attorney for German-American Bank. Republican. 
Episcopalian. Member Detroit Bar Association. Club : Detroit Golf. 
Recreation: Reading. Office: 318 Moffat Bldg. Residence: 644 Wood- 
ward Av. 

KANTER, Charles E., banker; born. Island of Mackinac, Mich., 
Feb. 12, 1851 ; son of Edward and Fannie R. (Granger) Kanter; educated 
in public schools of Detroit, in college at Racine, Wis., and South Bend, 



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Ind., and at Kreuschin Institute, Dresden, Germany; married at Detroit, 
June 21, 1876, Fannie E. McKay, Began business career as messenger 
German-American Bank, 1867, and advanced through various offices until 
1906, when he was elected president (bank organized by his father, 
Edward Kanter, 1853). Independent in politics; Presbyterian in church 
affiliation. Member Masonic order, B. P. O. E. Club: Detroit Golf. 
Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : 149 Griswold St. Residence : 
121 Winder St. 

KANTER, Henry Louis, banker; born, Mackinac Island, Mich., 
Aug. 5, 1848; son of Edward and Fanny R. (Granger) Kanter; educated 
in public and private schools of Detroit up to 1864 and at Phillips 
Academy, Andover, Mass., 1865 ; married at Detroit, Dec. 23, 1880, Marie 
L. Carmichael. Began active career with Edward Kanter, in shipping 
business, 1865, continuing until 1869; member firm of E. Kanter & Co., 
1869-71; cashier German-American Bank, Detroit, 1871-94, and now vice 
president; director Detroit Trust Co. since 1901. Member Board of 
Estimates City of Detroit, 1877-79; "ow member Mackinac Island State 
Park Commission, term expires, 191 5. Presbyterian. Member Mich- 
igan Society Sons of American Revolution. Club : Bankers', Address : 
945 2d Av. 

KAY, David C. ; born. Gait, Ont., Aug. 31, 1858; son of John and 
Margaret (Cavan) Kay; educated in public schools and collegiate insti- 
tute, Gait; married at Detroit, 1896, Belle Delamater. Has been con- 
nected with Freeman, Delamater & Co., wholesale hardware, cutlery, iron 
and steel, since 1898, and has been secretary and treasurer of the com- 
pany since February, 1904. Protestant. Club : Commercial. Recrea- 
tions : Baseball, boating and other outdoor diversions. Office : 10 Wood- 
ward Av. Residence : 577 Fourth Av. 

KAY, John, jeweler; born, Stranraer, Scotland, Feb. 17, 1850; son of 
John and Margaret (Cavan) Kay; came to Canada, 1851 ; educated in 
public schools of Gait, Ont., Can. ; married at Jackson, Mich., 1879, Miss 
Carrie Garlick. Lived in New York City, 1870-74; was connected with 
jewelry business in Indianapolis, 1874-81, and was manager of one 
of the large jewelry stores; came to Detroit, 1881, and became manager 
jewelry firm of Roehm & Wright; one of the organizers and vice presi- 
dent Wright, Kay & Co., 1886-1907; withdrew from the firm, in spring 
of 1907, and organized firm of John Kay & Co., jewelers, of which he 
is president and his son is secretary and treasurer. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Republican. Presbyterian. Mason (32°), Knight 
Templar, Shriner. Clubs : Detroit Boat, Curling. Recreation : Collect- 
ing postage stamps. Office: Majestic Bldg. Residence: Pasadena Apts. 

KEATING, Maurice J., real estate ; born. New York City ; son of 
Maurice and Katherine (Hannon) Keating; educated in public schools 
of Detroit and at Goldsmith's Business College, Detroit ; married at 
Detroit, June, 1882, Delia Kean. Began active career as bookkeeper for 
Kennedy & Greig, continuing in employ of the company for ten years; 



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was identified in various capacities with different banks of the city; has 
been engaged in real estate business for self since 1887. Has been alder- 
man Fourth ward since 1900. Recreations : Boating and baseball. Office : 
318 Moffat Bldg. Residence: 44 Cherry St. 

KEELER, Hiram Morse; born, Grass Lake, Mich., Jan. 12, 1853; 
son of Peter Althouse and Selina (Osborn) Kieeler; educated in public 
schools and at University of Michigan, graduating, B. A., 1872, M. A. (in 
chemistry), 1874; married at St. John's, Mich., Mar. 28, 1882, Sara A. 
Barker. Studied law in office of D. Bethune Duffield, and was admitted 
to practice before Supreme Court, 1879; engaged in practice for ten 
years in association with firm of Maybury & Conely; retired from law 
practice to engage in commercial pursuits ; secretary and treasurer Amer- 
ican Injector Co. since its incorporation, October, 1886. Mason. Club : 
Automobile. Recreation : Automobiling. Office : 14th Av., bet. Baker 
and Porter. Residence: 129 Seldon Av. 

KEENA, James Trafton, lawyer ; born, Ogdensburg, N. Y., Feb. 19, 
1851; son of John C. and Margaret (Trafton) Keena; educated in public 
schools, Christian Brothers College, Buffalo, and Law Department. Uni- 
versity of Michigan, graduating, LL. B., 1873. Began active career as 
ticket agent Detroit and Cleveland boats, with offices in Detroit ; entered 
practice of law at Detroit, 1874, as member of firm of Atkinson & Atkin- 
son, later being member Trowbridge & Kenna, Kenna i<r Lightner, 
and Kenna, Lightner & Oxtoby, which still continues. Attorney Peoples' 
State Bank; director and chief counsel Standard Life and Accident 
Insurance Co. ; chief counsel Catholic Mutual Benefit Association. Demo- 
crat. Roman Catholic. Served in U. S. navy when a young man. 
Member Art Commission. Clubs : Yondotega, Detroit, Country, Witena- 
gemote. Recreations : Fishing and farming. Office : 90T Penobscot 
Bldg. Residence: 673 Jefferson Av. 

KEENAN, James Joseph; born, York, Ont., Can., May 4, 1840; son 
of Michael and Jane (Patterson) Keenan; educated in public schools 
of Canada; came to Detroit, 1864; married at Detroit, June 4, 1867, 
Mrs. S. E. Smith. Engaged in farming in Canada until he was 22 
years of age ; learned furniture business under Henry Webber & Co., 
Detroit; entered house, with which he has since been connected, 1869, 
became partner, 1873, and has been chairman of the board of directors 
since incorporation of the business, 1902, as Keenan & Jahn, Ltd. Also 
president and director Detroit Cabinet Co. Member Detroit Chamber 
of Commerce. Democrat. Catholic. Member Knights of Columbus. 
Recreation: Boating. Office: 261-263 Woodward Av., Detroit. Resi- 
dence: 50 Alfred St., Detroit, and Grosse Pointe, Mich. 

KEEP, William John, manufacturer; born at Oberlin, O., June 3, 
1842 ; son of Rev. Theodore John and Mary A. (Thompson) Keep ; pre- 
paratory education Oberlin College; graduated Union College, 1865, 
C. E. ; married at Oberlin, O., May 22, 1866, Frances Sarah, daughter 



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of Dr. William Gates and Hannah (Stewart) Henderson. Stove manu- 
facturer since 1865 ; now of Michigan Stove Co. ; also manufacturer of 
testing machines. In 1885, discovered the relation between the shrinkage 
and the chemical composition of cast iron, and devised the system of 
"Keep's Test;" in 1894 named this test "Mechanical Analysis." Member 
American Institute of Mining Engineers, American Society of Mechan- 
ical Engineers (v.-p., 1904-1906), Iron and Steel Institute of Great 
Britain, International Association for Testing Materials, American Foun- 
drymen's Association, Franklin Institute, Philadelphia, Detroit Engineer- 
ing Society ; fellow American Association for the Advancement of 
Science ; honorary member Renssalaer Society of Engineers, Foundry- 
men's Association, Philadelphia. Member New England Society, Sons 
American Revolution. Contributor to various technical journals on the 
chemistry, composition, shrinkage, etc., of cast iron. Author: Cast 
Iron, 1902. Republican. Presbyterian (elder Jefferson Av. Presby'n 
Church). Office: Michigan Stove Co. Residence: 753 Jefferson Av. 

KELLER, Herman D., president and general manager Northwestern 
Foundry and Supply Co.; born, Bavaria, Germany, Nov. i, 1855; son 
of Nicholas and Elizabeth (Herman) Keller; came to Buffalo, N. Y., 
1864; educated in Germany and at St. Joseph's parochial school, Buf- 
falo; married at Detroit, 1879, Miss Mary J. Miller. Removed from 
Buffalo to Toledo, 1872; took up residence in Detroit, 1874, and learned 
foundry business in the old Novelty Iron Works, later filling position of 
journeyman in Detroit Stove Works ; was foreman in shops of Rath- 
bone, Sard & Co., stove manufacturers, Albany, N. Y. ; was with Fuller 
& Warren Co., Troy, N. Y., and was superintendent for Cribben & Sexton 
Co., Chicago, for four years; returned to Detroit, 1897, and organized 
the Michigan Heater Co., which was succeeded in 1901 by the North- 
western Foundry and Supply Co., manufacturers of soil pipe and fittings, 
grey iron castings, of which he has been president and general man- 
ager. Also president Bellevue Pipe and Foundry Co., of Bellevue, O. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Catholic. Recrea- 
tion: Automobiling. Office: Grand Blvd. and Orleans St. Residence: 
78 Hendrie Av. 

KELLER, Robert; born, Switzerland. July 29, i860; son of John and 
Bertha (Koch) Keller; educated in Switzerland; came to America, 1881 ; 
married, Detroit, 1886, Miss Sarah McConville. Learned drug business 
in Switzerland and continued in the business after coming to America 
until 1896; started manufacture of ink, 1889, incorporated, 1899, as the 
Robert Keller Ink Co., of which has since been president and manager. 
Recreations : All water sports. Office : 523-527 Fort St., W. Residence : 
1033 3d Av. 

KELLOGG, Douglas E., wholesale millinery; born, Plymouth, 
Mich., Oct. II, 1849; son of Joel R. and Delia B. (Northrop) Kel- 
logg; educated in public schools of Plymouth; unmarried. Followed 
farming in Wayne Co., Mich., until 1882, when he entered into partner- 



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ship with the wholesale millinery firm of W. H. Mitchell & Co.; organ- 
ized wholesale millinery firm of Kellogg, Sumner & Co., Detroit, 1894, 
continuing until 1899, when he withdrew and assisted in organizing 
firm of D. E. Kellogg & Co., 1900, of which he is senior partner. Repub- 
lican. Presbyterian. Member Detroit Wholesalers' Association. Mem- 
ber A. F. & A. M., Palestine Lodge, Peninsula Chapter and Detroit 
Commandery, Knights Templar. Club: German Salesmen. Recrea- 
tion: Rusticating on farm. Office: 170 Jefferson Av. Residence: 187 
Putnam Av. 

KELLOGG, William Lester, railway official; born, Alliance, O., Feb. 
3, 1869; son of Franklin James and Catherine M. (Mather) Kellogg; 
graduate of Eldorado (Kas.) High School; unmarried. Began railway 
service in employ of the Missouri Pacific Ry., as apprentice in machine 
shop, at Fort Scott, Kas., September, 1887, and was fireman of same 
road ; engineer and road foreman of engines Chicago, St. Paul, Minneap- 
olis & Omaha Ry. ; road foreman of engines St. Louis, Iron Mountain 
& Southern Ry. ; master mechanic Missouri Pacific ; has been general 
master mechanic Pere Marquette Rd. since December, 1904. Republican. 
Recreations: Hunting, fishing, horseback riding, travel. Office: General 
Offices Pere Marquette R. R. Residence: 720 The Tuller. 

KELLY, Daniel, real estate; born, Muskegon, Mich., Jan. 3, 1870; 
son of Daniel and Mary (Clancy) Kelly; educated in public schools of 
Muskegon; married at Detroit, Oct. 27, 1904, Byrdella Brewer. Was 
connected with Hackley National Bank, Muskegon, for seventeen and 
a half years ; member of firm of Lambrecht, Kelly & Co., real estate, loans 
and insurance, since August, 1905 ; secretary German-American Loan 
and Trust Company, Ltd. Member Detroit Real Estate Board. Repub- 
lican. Catholic. Club: Bankers'. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 
90 Griswold St. Residence: 25 Brady St. 

KELSEY, John, manufacturer; born, Detroit, Mar. 15, 1866; son 
of Frank and Jessie (Brabyn) Kelsey ; educated in Detroit public schools; 
married at Detroit Apr. 23, 1893, Miss Margaret M. Dallas. Began 
business career in employ of Cornwall, Price & Co., paper, etc., Detroit, 
and later was connected with Barnes Bros, and McClure, Kelsey & 
Co., lumber; was one of the organizers, in 1898, of the Kelsey, Herbert 
Co., of which is secretary and treasurer. Also president Detroit Bent 
Wood Co., Kelsey Hickory Co. ; vice president Fox Bros. & Co. Veteran 
member Detroit Light Guard. Member Detroit Board of Commerce, 
A. F. & A. M. Republican. Congregationalist. Clubs : Detroit Ath- 
letic (president, since 1899), and Detroit. Recreations: All kinds of 
athletic sports. Office : 277-285 Monroe St. Residence : 54 E. Hancock 
Avenue. 

KENNEDY, Johnston B., physician ; born near Brampton, Peel Co., 
Ont., Can., May 8, 1858; son of Johnston and Annie (Little) Kennedy; 
educated in schools of Brampton; Ontario College of Pharmacy, 1876-79; 
Trinity College, Toronto, 1881-84; Detroit College of Medicine, degree 



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of M. D., 1885 ; married at Vittoria, Ont., June, 1885, Miss Jessie Young. 
Became member of firm of Bannister & Kennedy, druggists, Brampton, 
1879, continuing two years; has been practicing in Detroit since 1885. 
Health commissioner of Detroit. Member Wayne County Board U. S. 
pension examining surgeons; county physician Wayne Co., 1894-96. 
Member American Medical Association, Michigan State Medical Society, 
Wayne County Medical Society. Mason, Knight Templar. Recreation: 
Reading. Office: 410 Washington Arcade. 

KENT, Bamlet, civil engineer; born. Forest, Ont., Aug. 20, 1869; 
son of Francis Bamlet and Jane (Duncan) Kent; educated Forest High 
School and Michigan College of Mines, graduating, 1896, degrees of 
B. S. and M. E. ; unmarried. Began active career in employ of engineer- 
ing department, Houghton, Mich., 1895, continuing until 1902, in charge 
of breakwater construction, etc. ; removed to Detroit, 1902, and has 
since been identified with improvements of St. Clair River and other 
works, as junior engineer U. S. Engineering Department. Republican. 
Episcopalian. Member Michigan Mining Institute, Detroit Engineering 
Society (secretary and treasurer). Mason, Odd Fellow. Recreations: 
Hunting and fishing. Office: Jones Blk. Residence: 78 W. Elizabeth 
Street. 

KENT, Charles Artemas, lawyer; born, Hopkinton, N. Y., Oct. 11, 
1835; son of Artemas and Sarah (Weed) Kent; educated at St. Law- 
rence Academy, Pottsdam ; University of Vermont, graduating, degree 
of A. B., 1856; post graduate course in theology at Andover; honorary 
degrees. University of Michigan, LL. D., 1899, University of Vermont, 
LL. D., 1904; married at Detroit, Apr, 30, 1874, Miss Frances King. 
Came to Detroit from Andover, 1859; admitted to bar. May, i860; 
member law firm of Walker & Kent, up to 1880, since then has practiced 
alone. Professor of law, University of Michigan, 1868-86; member 
Michigan Tax Commission, 1882; school inspector, Detroit, four years. 
Vice President Michigan Mutual Life Insurance Co. ; director Citizens' 
Savings Bank ; trustee Harper's Hospital. Member American Bar Asso- 
ciation, Detroit Bar Association. Republican. Congregationalist. Clubs : 
Prismatic (literary). Unity. Recreations: Traveling in United States 
and Europe. Office : 204 Moffat Blk. Residence : 30 Alfred St. 

KERN, Ernst C, president and manager, Ernst Kern Dry Goods 
Co.; born, Germany, July 7, 1875; son of Ernst and Marie (Held) 
Kern; came to America with parents, 1883; educated in Germany and 
Detroit (academic branches) ; unmarried. Firm of Ernst Kern was 
established in Detroit by his father, 1883; father died, 1901, and two 
sons succeeded to the business and have conducted it under original 
name. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Recreations: Outdoor 
sports and travel. Office : Woodward and Gratiot Avs. Residence : 
N. Grand and Dexter Blvds. 

KERN, Otto, dry goods; born, Germany, Oct. 10, 1878; son of 
Ernst and Marie (Held) Kern ; came to America, 1883 ; educated in 



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Germany and Detroit ; unmarried. Secretary and treasurer Ernst Kern 
Dry Goods Co., established by his father, 1883, and conducted by two 
sons since death of their father, 1901. Recreations: Out-door sports. 
Club : Harmonic. Office : Woodward and Gratiot Avs. Residence : N. 
Grand and Dexter Blvds. 

KEYSER, John H.; bom. New York City, Nov. 5, 1861 ; son of 
George E. and Rebecca M. (Hawes) Keyser; educated in public schools 
of New York City; married at Detroit, June 15, 1887, Fannie G. Tietsort. 
Began active career, 1884, in employ of Hammond, Standish & Co., 
wholesale provisions, Detroit ; continued with the company for thirteen 
years and became foreman of the packing house; has been manager 
of the Hammond Beef Co. since 1897. Member Masonic order. National 
Union, I. O'. O. F. Office: 889-895 Michigan Av. Residence: 609 
Baker St. 

KIEFER, Alfred K., banker; born, Detroit, Mich., July 12, 1852; 
son of Herman and Frances (Kehle) Kiefer; graduate Bishop Union 
School, Detroit, June, 1867, and Detroit High School, June, 1870, and 
Detroit Business College, 1871 ; attended School of Mines, Columbia 
College, New York City, 1870-71 ; School of Mines, Freiberg, Saxony, 
1873-77, School of Mines, Berlin, 1877-78; returned to the United States 
and engaged in mining in Utah and Colorado, 1878-81 ; married at 
Detroit, May 12, 1879, Fannie Weber. Entered banking business at 
Detroit, Mar. i, 1882, and is now secretary and treasurer of The Wayne 
County Savings Bank ; treasurer and director Michigan Sulphite Fibre 
Co. ; president Nipigon Transit Co. ; secretary and director North Shore 
Timber Co. Member Phi Gamma Delta. Club: Bankers'. Office: 
Wayne County Savings Bank, Detroit. Residence : Grosse Pointe Farms, 
Michigan. 

KIEFER, Arthur E. ; born, Detroit, Aug. 19, 1856; son of Hermann 
and Frances (Kehle) Kiefer; educated in public schools and German 
Seminary, Detroit, and at Polytechnic of Karlsruhe and Munich, Ger- 
many, graduating from Engineering Department, degree of M. E., 1880; 
married, Detroit, Dec. 9, 1884, Kate Reed Baker. Engaged as surveyor 
and mechanical draughtsman, 1880 to 1885 ; was one of the founders 
of the Detroit Edge Tool Works, of which has been secretary and 
treasurer since its organization. Republican. Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Recreation : Travel. Offi,ce : Wight St. and Mt. Elliott 
Av. Residence: 241 Seminole Av. 

KIEFER, Guy Lincoln, physician ; born, .Detroit, Apr. 25, 1867; son 
of Herman and Franciska (Kehle) Kiefer; graduate Washington Union 
(public) School, 1880; Detroit High School, 1884; University of Mich- 
igan, degree of A. B., 1887, A. M. and M. D., 1891 ; married at Toledo, 
May 2, 1893, Josephine Fannie Henion. Began practice 1893 ; county 
physician Wayne Co., 1895-96; city physician City of Detroit, 1897-98; 
U. S. pension examiner, 1898-1901 ; health officer City of Detroit since 
1901. Adjunct professor of hygiene and clinical medicine, Detroit Col- 



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lege of Medicine; president Michigan Cremation Association. Member 
Wayne County Medical Society (ex-president), Michigan State Medical 
Society, American Academy of Medicine, American Medical Association, 
American Public Health Association. Republican. Member Delta Tau 
Delta, Phi Rho Sigma. Clubs: Harmonic, Turnverein. Recreation: 
Travel. Office: 233 St. Antoine St. Residence: 168 Harper Av. 

KIEFER, Hermann, physician; born, Sulzburg, Baden, Germany, 
Nov. 19, 1825; son of Conrad and Friedericke (Schweyckert) Kiefer; 
educated in Gymnasiums of Mannheim, Freiburg and Carlsruhe and 
at universities of Freiburg, Heidelberg, Prague and Vienna, graduating. 
May 13, 1849; came to America, Aug. 19, 1849, and located in Detroit; 
married, Detroit, July 21, 1850, Franciska Kehle. Began practice of medi- 
cine at Detroit, Oct. 19, 1849. Member Wayne County Medical Society, 
Michigan State Medical Society (honorary), American Medical Associa- 
tion, American Academy of Medicine, National Association for Preven- 
tion of Tuberculosis, Quarter Century Medical Club, American Historical 
Association, American Academy of Political and Social Science, American 
Forestry Association, etc. Member Detroit Board of Education, 1855-56; 
commissioner of Detroit Public Library, 1882-83 ; U. S. consul at Stettin, 
Germany, 1883-85; regent University of Michigan, 1 889-1 901 ; honorary 
M. D. and professor emeritus of practice of medicine. University of 
Michigan, since 1902. Republican. Agnostic. Clubs: Harmonic Society 
(honorary), Arbeiter Unterstiitsungs Verein. Recreation: Literature. 
Office : 87 E. Forest Av. Residence : 89 E. Forest Av. 

KILPATRICK, Arthur Wellesley, lawyer ; born, Rothsay,Ont.,Can., 
Feb. 28, 1874; son of Joseph and Joanna (Courtney) Kilpatrick; educated 
in public schools of St. Thomas, Mt. Pleasant, and Newburgh, Ont., and 
high school at Omemee, Ont. ; was student at Newburgh Academy for 
three years; graduate Detroit College of Law, LL. B., June 13, 1903; 
unmarried. Has engaged in practice in Detroit since June, 1903; member 
law firm of James & Kilpatrick. Also partner Home Building Co. 
Member Detroit Bar Association. Republican. Member Great Western 
Lodge No. 47, A. F. & A. M., Peninsular Chapter No. 16, R. A. M., 
Detroit Commandery No. i, Knights Templar, Theta Lambda Phi, St. 
Andrews Society. Club : New Mervue. Recreation : Outdoor sports. 
Office: 1206-1211 Chamber of Commerce Bldg. Residence: 752 Cham- 
plain St. 

KIMBALL, George Henry, consulting engineer; born at Newbury- 
port, Mass., 1849; son of Lafayette and Mary (Morgan) Kimball; 
attended public schools of Massachusetts and graduated from Mass. 
Institute of Technology; married at Maiden, Mass., Emma A. Carpenter. 
Superintendent bridges and buildings, Pittsburg, Cincinnati & St. Louis 
Ry., 1876-9; superintendent Columbus & Sunday Creek Valley Rd., 
1879-80; engineer maintenance of way Little Miami Rd., 1880-81; chief 
engineer southern extension Toledo, Cincinnati & St. Louis Ry., 1881-82; 
superintendent New York, Chicago & St. Louis Rd., 1882-89; chief 



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engineer Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Ry., 1889-91 ; in general prac- 
tice as consulting engineer, 1891-98; superintendent and chief engineer 
Columbus, Sandusky & Hocking Rd., 1898-99; chief engineer Pere 
Marquette Rd., 1899-1902; chief engineer Central Electric Construc- 
tion Co., at New York, 1902-03 ; engaged in designing a system of 
freight terminals for trunk lines at Buffalo, N. Y., 1903-04; chief engineer 
Chicago & Alton R. R., 1904- January, 1906; in general practice since 
Jan. I, 1906. Member American Society Civil Engineers. Baptist. 
Mason. Recreation: Literature. Office: 516 Penobscot Bldg, 

KING, Dale Murray, physician ; born, St, Thomas, Ont., Can., Dec. 
16, 1875; son of William H. and Blanche (Barrett) King; educated in 
St. Thomas public and high schools; matriculated in Western Univer- 
sity, London, Ont, attended University of Michigan one year; grad- 
uated in medicine at Cleveland, O., 1896; unmarried. In practice since 
1896. Homeopath. Member Michigan Homeopathic Society, South- 
eastern Michigan Homeopathic Society, Practitioners' Club. Editor and 
publisher Medical Counselor (Homeopathic journal) since February, 
1906. Republican. Episcopalian. Recreations : Out-of-door sports and 
games. Office : 32 Adams Av., W. Residence, 2041 Woodward Av. 

KING, Edward Gilbert, credit insurance ; born, Providence, R. I., 
Feb. 19, 1867; son of Edward Gilbert and Mary (Atwater) King; edu- 
cated at St. Paul's School, Concord, N. H., and Amherst College, 
Amherst, Mass. ; unmarried. Credit man for a shoe manufacturing 
company at St. Louis, Mo., 1890-1902; special agent, credit insurance, 
1893-99; general agent and manager The American Credit-Indemnity 
Co. of N. Y., since Mar. i, 1899, at Detroit since 1907, in charge bf 
Michigan and Wisconsin ; director and vice president J. Kann & Co. 
(Inc.), ladies' shirtwaist manufacturers, Baltimore, Md. ; director Rhode 
Island Tool Co., Providence, R. I. Republican. Congregationalist. 
Member Chi Phi. Recreations : Golf, tennis, boating. Office : Suite 
7 Campau Bldg. Residence: Cromwell Apts. 

KING, Louis B., president L. B. King & Co. ; born, Detroit, Dec. 4, 
1851 ; son of Robert W. and Elizabeth (Buhl) King; educated in Detroit 
High School and University of Michigan, graduating, degree of B. S., 
1874; married at Greenwich, N. Y., Mar. 14, 1883, Jennie Reed Car- 
penter. Entered crockery and glassware business in 1874 (established by 
his father, 1849); became member of firm, 1878; business incorporated, 
1894, as L. B. King & Co., of which was secretary, 1894-1907, and has 
been president since June, 1907. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Republican. Congregationalist. Member Delta Kappa Epsilon, Univer- 
sity of Michigan. Clubs: Fellowcraft, Detroit Golf. Recreations: Golf 
and fishing. Office : 103 Woodward Av. Residence : 43 Joy St. 

KINGSBURY, Nathan Corning; born, Mentor, O., Jan. 29, 1867; 
son of S. B. and Huldah (Corning) Kingsbury; educated at Oberlin 
College and Ohio University; married at Duluth, Minn., June 6, 1893, 



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Lillian B. Prescott. Studied law and was admitted to the bar in Ohio, 
1892 ; was general counsel for the Jeffrey Manufacturing Co., Columbus, 
O., for ten years; removed to Detroit, fall of 1906, and since November 
of same year has been vice president of the Michigan State Telephone 
Co, ; not now engaged in active practice of law. Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Scottish Rite Mason. Clubs : Detroit, Country. Office : 
Mich. State Telephone Co. Residence : 409 Pasadena Apts. 

KINNEAR, Wilson Sherman, railway official ; born, Circleville, O., 
May 25, 1864; son of Richard and Mary Hall (Crow) Kinnear; educated 
at Kansas State University, 1881-83, degree of C. E., conferred, 1907; 
married at Springfield, O., Nov. 13, 1887, Carrie M. Nichols. Began 
active career as axman engineering corps, Atchison, Topeka & Santa 
Fe Ry., 1883, and was rodman, draughtsman, levelman, transitman. 
Southern Kansas Ry., 1883-84; rodman and assistant engineer Kansas 
City, Clinton & Springfield Rd., 1884-85 ; assistant engineer maintenance 
of way Missouri Pacific Ry, at Kansas City, Mo,, 1885-86; division 
engineer and office manager Gulf, Colorado & Santa Fe Rd,, 1886-87; 
in private practice at Los Angeles, Cal., 1887-89; office engineer, assistant 
engineer and acting chief engineer North and South American Con- 
struction Co., Santiago, Chili, S. A., 1889-90; assistant engineer main- 
tenance of way Michigan Central R. R., 1890-95 ; supervising engineer 
Toronto, Hamilton & Buffalo Ry., Hamilton, Ont., 1895-96; principal 
assistant engineer Michigan Central R. R., 1896-1901, assistant super- 
intendent Canadian Division, 1901-02, assistant general superintendent, 
1902, chief engineer, 1902-05, assistant general manager Michigan Central 
R. R, and chief engineer Detroit River Terminal Co., since April, 1905. 
Member American Society of Civil Engineers, American Railway En- 
gineers and Maintenance of Way Association, Detroit Engineering 
Society, Clubs : Detroit, Detroit Golf, Detroit Transportation. Recrea- 
tions: Golf and fishing. Office: M. C. R. R, Depot. Residence: 89 
Alger Av. 

KINNUCAN, Henry J.; born, Detroit, Feb. 3, 1859; educated in 
public schools; married at Detroit, Feb. 24, 1897, Sarah A, Dwyer. 
Began in telegraph business as messenger for Western Union Telegraph 
Co,, 1876, and became chief clerk in Detroit office; entered service of 
Postal Telegraph-Cable Co,, 1892, and has been superintendent Detroit 
office since 1893. Member Harmonic Society. Office: McGraw Bldg., 
Detroit. Residence : Grosse Pointe, Mich. 

KIRCHNER, George H., cashier German-American Bank; born, 
Detroit, Jan. i, 1866; son of Sebastian and Mary A. (Luttenbacher) 
Kirchner; educated in parochial schools, Detroit; married at Windsor, 
Ont., June 23, 1892, Marie Josephine Valentin. Began active career at 
14 as office boy in law office; became messenger in private banking 
firm of Vincent J. Scott, Detroit, continuing, 1882-86; was in charge 
of financial department of Jeynes & Sons, general contractors, 1886-90; 
teller City Savings Bank, 1890-1904, and. cashier German-American Bank 



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since 1904. Co-partner National Apron Co. Independent in politics. 
Catholic in religious belief. Member C. M. B. A., Royal Arcanum, L 
O. P., Loyal Guard. Clubs: Fellowcraft, B. P. O. E. Recreation: 
Gardening. Office: German-American Bank. Residence: 365 Cadillac 
Avenue. 

KIRCHNER, Otto, lawyer; born in Germany, July 13, 1846; came 
to United States and was admitted to Michigan bar. Practices in 
Detroit; attorney general, Michigan, 1877-81; professor law. University 
of Michigan, 1885-86, and again since 1893. Member American His- 
torical Association. President Michigan Political Science Association, 
1896, and Detroit Church Club from its inception, in 1896. Office: 
Bank Bldg. Residence : 679 Jefferson Av. 

KIRK, James B. ; born, Howell, Mich., June i, 1874; son of Andrew 
and Addie (Brown) Kirk; educated in public schools of Howell; married 
at Detroit, 1904, Charlotte L. Wadham. Began active career in hard- 
ware business in Perrinton, Mich. ; came to Detroit, 1897, and entered 
employ of the old Detroit, Grand Rapids & Western R. R. ; then was 
employed in ticket office of the Union Station Co. ; was connected with 
the Wabash R. R., until 1903, since which time he has been vice president 
and director of The Peoples' Ice Co. Republican, Recreations : Hunting 
and fishing. Office : 500 Warren Av., E. Residence : 397 Greenwood 
Avenue. 

KLIPPEL, Frederick William; born in Tom's River, N. J., Nov. 5, 
1857; son of John and Catherine (Grauer) Klippel ; educated in public 
schools of Tom's River; married, Detroit, Mar. 17, 1897, Miss Julia 
Rivard. Began active career in boot and shoe business, in New Jersey, 
continuing for fifteen years ; came to Detroit, 1889, and became con- 
nected as bookkeeper in 1892, with the Detroit Cabinet Co., of which 
has been secretary and director since 1893. Recreation : Outdoor sports. 
Office: 1000 Riopelle St. Residence: 415 Cadillac Blvd. 

KNAPP, Alonzo Newton; born, South Lyon, Mich., Mar. 11, 1869; 
son of Alonzo S. and Hannah (Bentley) Knapp ; educated in public schools 
of South Lyon, and Detroit Business College; married at Chicago, 
Mar. 31, 1902, Bernice E. Knapp. Began active career as bookkeeper 
in jewelry house at Detroit; then became secretary to proprietor of 
Oakland House, St. Clair, Mich.; was with Baby & Dale, steamship 
agents, two years; entered service of Thomson Line of steamers, 1892, 
as clerk on boat and continued for eight years ; has been traffic man- 
ager of the line since 1899. Republican. Episcopalian. Member Masonic 
order, Maccabees. Recreation: Fishing. Office: Foot of Randolph St. 
Residence : 175 Adams Av., E. 

KNIGHT, Stephen Herrick, physician; born, Salem, Mass., Oct. 31, 
1862; son of Edward Hale and Mary Meek (Russel) Knight; graduate 
Salem High School, 1879; Harvard University, degree of A. B., 1883; 
Bellevue Medical College, New York City, 1885-86; New York Homeo- 



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pathic Medical College, degree of M. D., 1886; married at Salem, Oct. 16, 
1900, Sarah Elizabeth Gifford. Homeopath. Republican. Mason ; mem- 
ber of Sons of American Revolution, Colonial Wars, Colonial Governors. 
Clubs : University, Detroit Golf. Recreation : Fishing and golf. Office 
and residence : 37 E. Willis Av. 

KNILL, Edw^in Gilmore, physician ; born, Ontario, Can., Apr, 18, 
1855; son of Richard and Melissa (Fenton) Knill ; early education in 
public and high schools; M. D., University of Toronto, 1882; graduate 
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, London, Eng., degree of 
L. R. C. P., 1883, and received same degree, from University of Edin- 
burgh, Scotland ; married Feb. 18, 1884, Florence Taverner. Began prac- 
tice at Markham, Ont, 1882; removed to Detroit, 1889; attending phy- 
sician Harper Hospital ; adjunct professor pathology and morbid anat- 
omy, Detroit College of Medicine. Episcopalian. Member Wayne 
County and Michigan State Medical societies. Recreation: Fishing. 
Address : 65 Winder St. 

KNODELL, John H., furniture manufacturer; born, Cleveland, O., 
May 4, 1856; son of John H. and Mary Knodell ; educated in public 
schools of Cleveland ; married at Detroit, 1883, Miss Mary Singelyn. 
Began active career as clerk in hotel at Cleveland ; traveled in dif- 
ferent parts of the West as salesman for leaf tobacco house ; removed 
to Detroit, 1883, and became connected with The Posselius Brothers 
Furniture Manufacturing Co. as shipping clerk ; w^as one of the incor- 
porators of the company in 1890, and has been vice president since 
1900. Member firm of Sovereign, Porte & Knodell, advertisers. IruJe- 
pendent Republican. Member Knights of Pythias. Recreation : Out- 
door sports. Office : Harper and Mt. Elliott Avs. Residence : Gratiot 
Av., near Harper. 

KNOWLSON, Albert T., w^holesale incandescent gas light sup- 
plies; born, Millbrook, Ont., June 13, 1852; son of Matthew and Isabella 
(Thexton) Knowlson ; educated in public schools and Irwin Private 
School, Millbrook; Toronto (Can.) Military School, graduating. May, 
1869; married, Findlay, O., Aug. 14, 1895, Rose Elmes. Was in employ 
of postoffice department, Canada, 1869-70; employed on Pennsylvania 
oil properties, 1870-73; superintendent of oil properties, 1873-76; oil 
broker, 1876-90; has been identified with wholesale distribution of incan- 
descent gas light supplies since 1890. Established in 1890 and president 
since its incorporation in 1906, of A. T. Knowlson Company, and 
Michigan manager Welsbach Company. Member Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Served in Pennyslvania militia, 1876-80. Mason, Knight Templar. 
Clubs: Detroit Boat (life member), Caledon Mountain Trout. Recrea- 
tions: Fishing, horticulture, baseball. Office: 58-69 Congress St., E. 
Residence : 44 Virginia Av. 

KNOWLTON, Harry; born, Portsmouth, N. H., June 28, 1844; 
son of John and Nancy (Janvrin) Knowlton ; educated in public and 



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high schools of Portsmouth; married at Norfolk, Va., 1866, Marie Louise 
Butcher. Went to Chicago, 1866, to engage in erection of flour mill, 
continuing until 1871 ; worked in steam shop until 1872, then became 
inspector of boilers for the Northwest with headquarters in Chicago 
for the Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Co. ; has been 
located in Detroit as agent for Michigan, and northern portion of 
Ohio, same company, since 1893. Served in U. S. Navy as engineer 
during Civil War. Member Stationary Engineers' Association. Repub- 
lican. Congregationalist. Mason (32°), Shriner. Recreations: Fishing 
and other outdoor diversions. Office: 66 Newberry Bldg. Residence: 
827 Second Av. 

KOCH, Max Charles, treasurer City of Detroit ; born, Detroit, Aug. 
10, 1866; son of Charles and Caroline (Brueser) Koch; educated in 
parochial schools, Goldsmith's Business College and University of De- 
troit; married at Detroit, Helena Schuknecht. Began active career in 
grocery business of his father; bought out his father's interest, 1885, and 
enlarged the business from year to year; represented Eleventh ward 
in City Council for nine years, 1898-1907; elected city treasurer, 1907, for 
term expiring July i, 1909. Director Michigan Optical Co. Repub- 
lican. Lutheran. Mason, Odd Fellow. Recreation : Fishing. Office : 
City Hall. Residence : 382 Antietam St. 

KOLB, Jacob; born, Detroit, Feb. 8, 1859; son of Jacob and 
Isabel (Mitchell) Kolb ; educated in public schools of Detroit; married 
at Detroit, Jan. 11, 1881, Miss Mary Lawrence. Began active career 
in huckster business, in the early 70's; next engaged in livery business 
and later established the Gratiot Av. horse market; organized the 
Kolb-Gotfredson Horse Co., July, 1895. Democrat. Catholic. Member 
B. P. O. E. Recreations: Horses and driving. Office: 1093-111;} Gratiot 
Av. Residence: 51 Canfield Av,, W. 

KOPPITZ, Kcmrad E., president The Koppitz-Melchers Brewing 
Co.; born, Austria, Mar. 18, 1854; son of Benjamin and Johanna 
Koppitz ; came to America, February, 1873 ; educated in Austria and 
Chicago; married at Chicago, May 3, 1881, Miss Emelie Esche. Learned 
brewer's trade in Germany; located in Chicago upon first arriving in 
the United States; removed to Detroit, 1884, and became connected 
with the Stroh Brewing Co. as brewmaster, continuing for six years; 
assisted in organizing The Koppitz-Melchers Brewing Co., 1890; acted 
as vice president and brewmaster until death of the president of the 
company, John A. Preston, April, 1907, since which time has been 
president and brewmaster of the company. Member American Insurance 
Union, Schiller Lodge, F. & A. M., No. 263. Independent in politics. 
Lutheran. Recreation: Driving. Office: 1115-1135 Gratiot Av. Resi- 
dence : 927 Mt, Elliott Av. 

KOSITCHEK, Ignace; born, Selz, Bohemia, Aug. 6, 1862; son of 
Carl and Marie (Dux) Kositchek; educated in Vienna, Austria; came to 



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America, 1881 ; married at Detroit, 1895, Miss Minnie Rosen. First came 
to Detroit, 1886; engaged in clothing business for himself at Everett, 
Mich., 1888, and at Alpena, 1891 ; returned to Detroit, 1895, and has 
been member of firm of Charles Goldsmith & Co. since 1899. Member 
Detroit Board of Commerce, Detroit Credit Men's Association. Member 
Knights of Pythias, K. O. T. M., U. C. T. Recreation: Camping out. 
Office: 131 Jefferson Av. Residence: 152 Hancock Av., E. 

KOTCHER, Charles Wilson; born, Detroit, July 2, 1862; son of 
Andrew J. and Ellen (Larkins) Kotcher; educated in private schools 
of Detroit; married at Detroit, 1885, Tillie E. Jansen. Began active 
career, 1878, in retail drug business, continuing for nine years; bought 
lumber business, 1887, which was established in 1864, and has since oper- 
ated it under his own name. Also vice president Detroit Steamship 
Co. ; director American National Life Assurance Co. Member Michigan 
Lumber Dealers' Association, Detroit Board of Commerce. Democrat. 
Catholic. Clubs: Fellowcraft, Rushmere, Detroit Golf, Detroit Motor 
Boat. Recreations: Boating, golf. Office: 639 Gratiot Av. Residence: 
50 Warren Av., E. 

KOTTING, Charles, architect ; born, Amsterdam, Netherlands, Dec. 
31, 1865; son of Abraham and Christina Hendrika Gritters (Doublet) 
Kotting; educated in public schools of Amsterdam and by private tuition; 
came to Detroit, 1888; married at Detroit, June 17, 1890, Emma Marie 
Caroline Runkel. Began as architect in Netherlands, 1887; was in 
employ of various architectural firms in Detroit until 1903, when he 
entered into partnership with A. W. Chittenden as Chittenden & Kotting, 
which still continues. Member Michigan Chapter American Institute 
of Architects. Member Dutch Reformed Church. Recreation : Outdoor 
sports. Office: 1325 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 60 Seward Av. 

KRAMER, Herman; born. Saxony, Germany, Feb. 11, 1867; son of 
Edward and Frederika (Heineman) Kramer; educated in Germany; 
came to America, 1884, and located in Detroit; married at Detroit, 
1891, Miss Eleanor Wolf. Learned trade of paper hanging and painting 
and followed it, 1884-92; began in business in his own name, 1892, 
and has since continued as dealer in furniture, builders' hardware, etc. 
Republican. Estimator of Sixteenth ward. Member Masonic order, L O. 
O. F., K. O, T. M. Recreation: Theater. Address: 1609-1611 Michigan 
Avenue. 

KRAUSE, John C; born, Detroit, Nov. 26, 1871 ; son of Christian 
and Dorothy Krause ; educated in public and German schools of Detroit 
and at Detroit Business University; married, Detroit, May 9, 1895, 
Hannah Hofifman. Has been connected with The Hoffman Manufac- 
turing Co. since 1892. Member B. P. C. E. Office: 479-481 Brewster 
Av. Residence : 907 Field Av. 

KRESGE, Sebastian S.; born, Bald Mount, Pa., July 31, 1867; son 
of Sebastian and Catharine (Kunkle) Kresge; educated in common 



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schools of Pennsylvania, Fairview Academy, Broadsville, Pa., and East- 
man Business College, Poughkeepsie, N. Y., graduating, March, 1889; 
married at Memphis, Tenn., Dec. 19, 1897, Anna E. Harvey. Lived on 
farm until 21 years of age; taught one term of school at 19; clerked 
in hardware store two years ; traveling salesman 1892-97 ; started at 
Memphis, Tenn., in 5 and 10 cent store. Mar. 20, 1897, with J. C. Mc- 
Crorey and continued with him two years, then associated with Charles 
J. Wilson and the firm became Kresge & Wilson, and since January, 
1907, S. E. Kresge. Republican. Methodist. Recreations: Hunting, 
fishing and automobiling. Office : 189-191 Woodward Av. Residence : 
45 Ballister Av. 

KROLIK, Henry A. ; born, Germany, Sept. 30, 1836 ; son of Joseph 
and Taube (Gutman) Krolik; educated in Kempen, Germany; came 
to America, 1852; married, Detroit, Jan. 23, 1883, Ida G. Brown. Entered 
dry goods business at Detroit, January, 1871, and is now senior member 
of the firm of A. Krolik & Co., founded, 1858. Republican. Jewish 
religion. Member B'nai B'rith, Free Sons of Israel. Club : Phoenix. 
Office: 138-140 Jefferson Av. Residence: 115 E. High St. 

KROLrIK, Herman; born, Prussia, Sept. 14, 1847; son of Joseph 
and Taube (Gutman) Krolik; educated in public schools of Prussia; 
unmarried. Came to America, 1865 ; engaged in retail dry goods business 
in Oakland Co., Mich., 1865-71 ; located in Detroit, 1871, and assisted in 
establishing the dry goods house of A. Krolik & Co. Also treasurer 
Trussed Concrete Steel Co. Independent in politics. Jewish religion. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce, Detroit Credit Men's Association. 
Mason. Clubs: Pheonix, Fellowcraft. Office: 138-140 Jefferson Av. 
Residence : 25 Adelaide St. 

KRUG, William N.; born, Detroit, Aug. 27, 1867; son of Joseph T. 
and Catherine (Meneilley) Krug; educated in public schools of Detroit; 
married at Detroit, 1891, Hettie Dieterle. Began active career in employ 
of freight department of the Wabash R. R., continuing for ten years; 
then became connected with the Michigan Car Association and con- 
tinued for seven years; was secretary Detroit Coal Club and in 1902 
established independently in business as the Commercial Coal Company, 
wholesale coal, of which he is sole owner and manager. Member Masonic 
order (32°), Knights Templar, Shrine. Office: 1405 Majestic Bldg. 
Residence: 355 Commonwealth Av. 

KRUM, Album Hager; born, North Blenheim, N. Y., Aug. 8, 1848; 
son of Hiram and Delia Maria (Hager) Krum ; educated in public 
schools and academy, Glens Falls, N. Y. ; married at New York City, 
June 20, 1872, Ethalind Brainerd. Removed with parents to Glens Falls, 
1854; clerked in store at Glens Falls, January, 1864, autumn of 1865; 
located in New York City and entered employ of Hurd & Houghton, 
publishers, later with Oakley & Mason ; became member of firm of 
Mason, Baker & Pratt, 1872, and Baker, Pratt & Co., 1874; organized 



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firm of Anderson & Krum, stationers, continuing until 1892; became 
connected with rubber footwear business, 1894, and three years later 
removed to Detroit, where has since been in charge of A. H. Krum & Co. 
and its successor, the Detroit Rubber Co., wholesale dealers in rubber 
footwear. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Member Sons of 
American Revolution. Democrat. Methodist. Recreation : Gardening. 
Office: 161-163 Jefferson Av. Residence: 36 Seward Av. 

KUHLMAN, Henry; born. New York City, Nov. 27, 1866; son of 
August and Louise (Finer) Kuhlman; educated in public schools of 
Detroit; married, Detroit, 1893, Lu Ella Craig. Began active career as 
assistant to his father in manufacture of surgical instruments ; became 
a partner in the firm and since the death of his father, 1901, has been 
proprietor of A. Kuhlman & Co. Republican. Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce, Mason, Knight Templar, Shriner; member Odd Fellows, 
B. P. O. E. Club: Motor Boat. Office: 203 Jefferson Av. Residence: 
2201 Jefferson Av. 

KUHN, Charles F., physician and surgeon; born, Detroit, Nov. i, 
1870; son of Jacob and Elizabeth (Hochstadt) Kuhn ; educated in Detroit 
public schools, night school, Detroit Business College and Michigan 
College of Medicine and Surgery, degree of M. D., April 24, 1901 ; 
unmarried. Began active career as apprentice in carriage trimming at 
12 years of age; was foreman carriage factory from i8th to 25th year; 
became partner in firm of Winfield & Kuhn, carriage builders, Jan. 2, 
1895, purchased partner's interest. Mar. i, 1895, and continued until 
January, 1896, when entered medical college. In practice in Detroit 
since 1901. Member Wayne County Medical Society, Tri-State Medical 
Society, Michigan State Medical Society, American Medical Association. 
Member Detroit Board of Education. Republican. Member I. O. O. F., 
Maccabees, Amaranth, Recreation : Literature. Office and residence : 
999 Hastings St. 

KURTZ, William W.; born, Chester Co., Pa., Mar. 18, 1858; son of 
John S. and Martha M. (McDermond) Kurtz; graduate Philadelphia 
High School, degree A. B., 1874; married at Philadelphia, June 23, 
1887, Annie W. Wilkinson. Engaged as importer and jobber of hosiery 
and underwear, Philadelphia, 1874-89; came to Detroit, 1889; began in 
manufacturing business, 1892, and has been president Kurtz Paper Box 
Co., manufacturers of paper boxes, since 1892; director United Straw 
Board & Paper Co., Carthage, Ind, Member Masonic order. Clubs : 
Fellowcraft, Detroit Whist. Recreation: Whist. Office: 59 Shelby St. 
Residence: 302 Hancock Av., W. 

LA FERTE, Daniel, surgeon ; born, Amherstburg, Ont., Can., Jan, 3, 
1849; son of Jacques and Victorie (Langlois) Laferte ; educated in public 
schools of Ontario ; Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia, degree of 
M. D., Mar. 13, 1871 ; honorary degree from French government. Officer 
d' Academic de France, May, 1906; married at Detroit, Mar. 28, 1881, 



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Ida Bour. Has engaged in practice in Detroit since May 11, 1871 ; pro- 
fessor anatomy, orthopedic and clinical surgery, Detroit College of 
Medicine. Member American Medical Association, Wayne County Med- 
ical Society. Democrat. Roman Catholic. Member Knights of Co- 
lumbus. Recreation : Horseback riding. Office and residence : 362 Jef- 
ferson Av. 

LAIDLAW, Henry, sales manager pumping machinery; born Scot- 
land, June 6, i860; son of Robert and Jennie (Euman) Laidlaw; educated 
in public schools of Scotland; came to America, 1880; married Cyn- 
thiania, Ky., 1895, Liah M. Greenleaf. Served apprenticeship as ma- 
chinist in Scotland ; was connected with McGowan Pump Co., Cincinnati, 
for five years ; engaged on construction of Proctor & Gamble Soap Plant, 
Ivorydale, O., four years ; was in engineering department Laidlaw, Dunn, 
Gordon Co. for one year and traveled for the company in middle states 
until 1897, when he located in Detroit as manager for the company, of 
which he is also secretary. Detroit sales manager International Steam 
Pump Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce, Merchants' Marine 
League of U. S. A. Republican. Protestant. Member Masonic order, 
B. P. O. E. Recreations: Outdoor diversions. Office: 627-628 Majestic 
Bldg. Residence: 182 Garfield Av. 

LAMBE, William Joseph, manager Detroit Branch The Fisk Rubber 
Company, of Chicopee Falls, Mass. ; born, St. Louis, Dec. 13, 1881 ; son 
of Thomas T. and Cecelia (Burke) Lambe; educated in St. Louis 
parochial schools; unmarried. Began active career in employ of the 
E. C. Meacham Arms Co., St. Louis, continuing for three years; next 
was in employ of Scullin & Gallagher Steel Co. until he entered employ 
of The Fisk Rubber Company, December, 1899; came to Detroit for the 
company, December, 1900, and has been in charge since 1905. Recrea- 
tion: Baseball. Office: 262 Jefferson Av. Residence: 276 Randolph St. 

LAMBERT, Benjamin L., manufacturing chemist; born, Detroit, 
Dec. II, 1862; son of Louis and Fanny (Heslen) Lambert; graduate 
Detroit public and high schools and business university; married, Detroit, 
Oct. i6, 1890, Hortense Heavenrich. Began as office boy with Swift 81 
Dodds, wholesale druggists, and became general manager, remaining 
with the firm for nine years ; started as manufacturing chemist, 1889, 
under title of Lambert & Lowman and has since continued in manufac- 
ture of chemical, pharmaceutical and drug specialties. Republican. 
Member Union Lodge, A. F. & A. M., Royal Arcanum. Recreations: 
Baseball and golf. Office: 420-432 Howard St. Residence: 81 E. 
Warren Av. 

LAMBERT, John E.; born Livonia Co., Mich., Nov. 27, 1858; son 
of Joshua and Maria (Griffith) Lambert; educated in public schools of 
Charlotte, Mich.; married at Grass Lake, Mich., 1891, Jessie T. Tucker. 
Began active career as clerk in grocery store at Charlotte, continuing 
1881 ; was traveling salesman for wholesale grocery house, in Mich- 
igan, 1881-92; became interested in the Clayton & Lambert Manu- 



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facturing Co., Ypsilanti, Mich., 1888, has been its secretary since incor- 
poration in 1891 (plant removed to Detroit, 1899). Member Masonic 
order, Knights Templar, Shrine. Recreation : Travel. Office : Trombly 
and Beaubien Sts. Residence: 166 Smith St. 

LAMBRECHT, Richard G., real estate, loans and insurance ; born. 
Bay City, Mich., Sept. 29, 1870; son of Rev. John A. and Flora (Dreimel) 
Lambrecht; educated in public schools of Stryker, O., 1877-80; Mon- 
tague, Mich., 1880-82, Muskegon, Mich., 1882-87, Detroit University 
School, 1887-88; married at Detroit, Sept. 21, 1898, Bertha Genther. 
Began active career in employ of Grand Rapids & Indiana R. R., 1888, 
continuing until 1889; then became connected with Peoples' Savings 
Bank, Detroit, as clerk and continued with the bank for fourteen years, 
having general charge of mortgage and real estate department; was 
secretary and treasurer City and Suburban Homes Co., 1903-05 ; has 
been member real estate firm of Lambrecht, Kelly & Co., since 1905. 
Also president German-American Loan and Trust Co., Ltd, Member 
Detroit Board of Commerce and Real Estate Board. Republican. Mem- 
ber Evangelical Church. Mason. Recreation : Automobiling and fishing. 
Office: 90 Griswold St. Residence: 201 Stanton Av. 

LANDERS, Cole Cozzens, railway official ; born, St. Louis, Mar. 2, 
1875 ; son of Edward (Cozzens) Landers ; educated in public schools of 
St. Louis; married, Cincinnati, June 3, 1903, Miss Estelle Oaks. Began 
railway service as office boy with Wabash system, at St. Louis, Aug. i, 
1890, and has continued with the road as follows : clerk general freight 
office, St. Louis ; traveling freight agent, 1901-05 ; assistant general freight 
agent, 1905-06; division freight agent, headquarters in Detroit, since June 
I, 1906. Member Hoo Hoo, Detroit Board of Commerce. Club: Trans- 
poration. Office: iioi Majestic Bldg. Residence: 767 W. Grand Blvd. 

LANG, Lawrence F., railway official; born, Detroit, Apr. 6, i860; 
son of August and Margaret Lang; graduate Goldsmith, Bryant & Strat- 
ton's Business University, July, 1874; married at Detroit, July 10, 1894, 
Anna R. Follins. Entered railway service, Sept. 28, 1874, with Detroit 
& Milwaukee R. R. (now a part of the Grand Trunk System) ; con- 
secutively office boy, clerk and chief clerk in charge of auditor's office, 
lines west of Detroit river. Grand Trunk Railway System, 1874-98; in 
auditor's office Michigan Central R. R., 1898-1900; traveling auditor, 
lines west of Detroit river. Grand Trunk System, 1900-03 ; auditor 
Detroit & Toledo Shore Line R. R., since Sept. 21, 1903. Club: Trans- 
portation. Office: 513 Lightner Bldg. Residence: 224 Chandler Av. 

LARNED, Abner E. ; born, Fenton, Mich., Jan. 31, 1871 ; son of 
Horace J. and Flora (Roberts) Earned; educated in public schools and 
high school of Fenton, graduating, 1889; married at Muskegon, Mich., 
June 21, 1893, Minnie Seger. Began career with Strong, Lee & Co., 
wholesale dry goods, later with Edson, Moore & Co., until 1897; has 
been engaged in manufacture of overalls since 1897 under firm name of 



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Larned, Carter & Co., of which he is president. Also president Knock- 
Down Case Co. Republican. Club: Detroit. Recreations: Outdoor 
sports. Office : Cor. Howard and 8th Sts. Residence : 72 Garfield Av. 

LATHAM, Charles Kellogg, lawyer ; born in Ontario Co., N. Y., 
May 2, 1847; son of Warren Cary and Sarah (Young) Latham; educated 
in common schools; Canandaigua (N. Y.) Academy; University of Mich- 
igan, degree of B. A., 1871, LL. B., 1872, M. A., 1875; married three 
times, present wife was youngest daughter of the late Hon. Levi T. 
Griffin of Detroit. Began practice, 1875, at Eaton Rapids, Mich., in 
office of John M. Corbin ; later taught Latin and Greek in Fort Wayne 
(Ind.) high school and came to Detroit, 1879, since which time he has 
continuously engaged in practice of law. Director A. S. Drake Cattle 
Co., Delray branch of Peoples' State Bank, George C. Wetherbee & 
Co., Sibley Quarry Co., National Soap Co., and interested in other busi- 
ness enterprises. Formerly member of the Light Guards (state troops) 
and served on Park and Boulevard Commission, under appointment of 
Mayor Pingree. Member Detroit Bar Association, Detroit Board of 
Commerce. Democrat. Presbyterian. Odd Fellow and Mason ; mem- 
ber of Detroit Commandery and Scottish Rite. Owns and personally 
manages two-hundred acre farm at Birmingham, Mich., on which he 
keeps a herd of about fifty registered Jersey cattle. Office: 408 Mofifat 
Bldg., Detroit. Residence: Latham Farm, Birmingham, Mich. 

LAU, Harry Milton, lawyer; born, Adams Co., Pa., Jan. 6, 1872; son 
of Hezekiah and Katherine (Hollinger) Lau ; educated in public schools 
and Detroit College of Law, graduating, LL. B., 1896; married, Detroit, 
November, 1900, Belle Gillies. Came to Detroit, 1889, and entered 
abstract office of C. M. Burton, where he studied law, attending night 
school; began practice, 1897; traveled for a year and returned to Detroit 
as attorney for the Detroit Construction Co. and attorney and promoter 
of various railways ; now in general practice. Republican. Presbyterian. 
Member Detroit and Michigan State Bar Associations. Mason. Office: 
Majestic Bldg. Residence: 95 Frederick Av. 

LAUER, John P., vice president John Lauer Machine Co. ; born, 
Chicago, July 30, 1869; son of John and Anna (Scherbarth) Lauer; 
educated in public schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, Nov. 24, 1892, 
Ottilie Roediger. Began active career with his father, who was a ma- 
chinist, remaining with him twenty-four years ; business incorporated, 
1904, as John Lauer Machine Co., manufacturers and contractors special 
machinery, of which he is vice president. Republican. Member L O. R. 
M., L O. F. Recreation: Fishing. Office: 108-114 Antoine St. Resi- 
dence: 518 Clinton Av. 

LAUER, Peter N., treasurer John Lauer Machine Co. ; born, Chi- 
cago, June 23, 1873; son of John and Anna (Scherbarth) Lauer; edu- 
cated in public schools of Detroit; married at Pittsburg, Pa., June 23, 
1904, Armilla G. Helbling. Began active career under his father in the 



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machine shop and learned machinery business in all its branches ; has 
been treasurer of the John Lauer Machine Co. since its incorporation, 
1904, manufacturers and contractors special machinery and tools. Re- 
publican as to politics; Catholic as to religious belief. Recreation: 
Fishing. Office: 108-114 Antoine St. Residence: 265 Hibbard Av. 

LAUGHLIN, James W., manufacturer ; born, Dublin, Ireland, Jan. 
2^, 1864; son of John and Catherine (Laughlin) Laughlin; came to 
America with parents, 1870; educated in public schools of Wabash and 
Rich Valley, Ind., and in the school of experience ; married, New Haven, 
Ind., Oct. 26, 1892, Catherine H. Schnelker. Served as telegrapher 
for Wabash R. R., 15 to 18 years of age; freight and ticket agent same 
road, 18 to 25, living at Tilton, 111., Clymers, Logansport and Wabash, 
Ind., and Antwerp, Ohio, etc. ; began in manufacture and sale of the 
Laughlin Fountain Pen, Oct. 13, 1896. Democrat. Catholic. Member 
Knights of Columbus, Knights of Equity. Recreations: Automobiling 
and traveling. Offices : Lightner Bldg. Residence : 233 25th St. 

LAWSON, George E., banker; born, Howell, Mich., Dec. i, 1861 ; 
son of B. H. and Maria S. (Holling) Lawson; educated public schools 
and Michigan Agricultural College; married at Brighton, Mich., Sept. 
7, 1885, Kate C. Albright. Came to Detroit, 1881, entered banking 
business and became cashier of the People's Savings Bank, which con- 
solidated with the State Bank, Jan. i, 1907, forming The People's State 
Bank, of which he is vice president. Republican. Clubs : Detroit, Uni- 
versity, Bankers', Detroit Golf. Recreation: Golf. Office: People's 
State Bank. Residence: 44 E. Hancock Av. 

LEACH, Henry W., real estate, loans and insurance ; born, Cincin- 
nati, May 21, 1871 ; son of Christopher F. and Mary (Tippen) Leach; 
educated in public schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, May 8, 1906, 
Blanche Hall. Began active career at age of 18 as manager of grocer's 
store ; kept books for Hutton Bros. & Co., 1889-92 ; has engaged in real 
estate business in his own name, since 1892. Member Michigan National 
Guard since 1892 except during Spanish-American war, when he served 
as Sergeant Co. L, Thirty-second Michigan Volunteer regiment ; elected 
second lieutenant Co. H, First regiment, M. N. G., at the close of the 
war; served on staffs of Generals Tyrell, Boynton and McGuerin and now 
occupies office of chief commissary on Governor Warner's staff with title 
of major. Republican as to politics; Presbyterian in church affiliation. 
Member Masonic order. Clubs: Detroit Light Infantry, Y. M. C. A. 
Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 417 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 
443 Merrick Av. 

LED YARD, Henry, lawyer; born, Detroit, Aug. 7, 1875; son of 
Henry B. and Mary (L'Hommedieu) Ledyard; educated St. Paul's 
School, Concord, N. H. ; graduate Yale Univ., A. B., 1897; LL. B., Har- 
vard University, 1900; married at Hamilton, Can., Sept. 5, 1900, Maude 
Hendrie. Has practiced in Detroit since 1900; member law firm of 



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Russel, Campbell, Bulkley & Ledyard; director Great Lakes Engineering 
Works. Member Detroit Bar Association. Clubs : University, Yon- 
dotega. Country. Office: 604 Union Trust Bldg. Residence; 579 
Jefferson Av. 

LEDYARD, Henry Brockhclst, chairman of the board, Michigan 
Central R. R. ; born Paris, France, Feb. 20, 1844, of American parents, 
his father, Henry Ledyard, being secretary United States legation, his 
mother, Matilda, daughter of Gen. Cass; graduated West Point, 1865; 
married, Oct. 15, 1867, Mary R. L'Hommedieu (died March 30, 1895). 
Served as first lieutenant in Fourth U. S. artillery, 1865-70; resigned to 
join engineering force Northern Pacific R. R. ; afterward clerk and later 
assistant superintendent and superintendent Eastern division Chicago, 
Burlington & Quincy R. R. Since 1874 with Michigan Central R. R. ; 
assistant general superintendent and chief engineer, 1874-5, general 
superintendent, 1875-7, general manager, 1877-83, president, 1883-Jan. 
31, 1905, chairman board of directors from Jan. 31, 1905. Director 
Union Trust Co. (member executive committee and chairman board 
of directors) ; director Pere Marquette R. R. Clubs : Detroit, Yondote- 
ga, Country; Knickerbocker (N. Y. City). Recreations: Reading and 
golf. Office : Michigan Central R. R., Detroit. Residence : Grosse Pointe 
Farms, Mich. 

LEE, Adalbert R. ; born, Steuben Co., N. Y., Jan. 5, 1846; son of 
Lester and Salina (Brundage) Lee; educated in public schools; mar- 
ried at Dresden, N. Y., Jan. 18, 1887, Jeannette Graves. Began active 
career as clerk in drug store, 1865, continuing for ten years ; then became 
purser on steamer plying between Bay City and Alpena, Mich., and 
continued for four years ; general passenger and freight agent same line 
of steamers until 1891 ; has been general manager Star-Cole Line Steam- 
ers with headquarters in Detroit since 1892. Republican. Protestant. 
Office: 21 Atwater St. Residence: 244 North Grand Blvd., E. 

LEE, Gilbert W., wholesale grocer; born, Romeo, Mich., Mar. 30, 
1861 ; son of Nathan and Amelia (Peck) Lee; educated in public and 
high schools of Romeo; married at Detroit, 1885, Sara Hammond (now 
deceased) ; again, Detroit, 1896, Harriet Norton, Came to Detroit, 1879; 
began active career as clerk in employ of George C. Wetherbee & Co., 
continuing until 1885 ; entered wholesale grocery business, 1885, by 
buying out D. D. Mallory Co., the title becoming The D. D. Mallory 
Co., and so continued until 1892, when it was changed to Lee & Cady, 
succeeded, March, 1907, by Lee, Cady & Smart, of which is presi- 
dent; company owns and operates, besides the parent organization, Lee 
& Cady, "Eastern Market Branch," Detroit; Smart & Fox Company, 
Saginaw; Bay City Grocer Company, Bay City; Valley City Coffee and 
Spice Mills, Saginaw. Director: Commercial National Bank, Hammond, 
Standish & Co., Michigan Sugar Co. ; vice president Hammond Building 
Co., and of the Hammond Estate Co. Member Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Republican. Clubs: Detroit, Country, Yondotega, Old Club. 



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Recreations : Automobiling and outdoor sports. Office : Cass and Earned 
Sts. Residence : 67 Ferry Av., E. 

LEE, James L. ; born, Brighton, Mich., July 25, 1858; son of James 
B. and Samantha B. (Chadwick) Lee; educated in public schools of 
Brighton; married at Brighton, Nov. 2.^, 1879, Mary Lawson. Came 
to Detroit, 1876, and entered employ of Charles Root & Co., wholesale 
dry goods; admitted to partnership as junior member of the firm, 1888, 
and on death of Mr, Root, four months later, the firm of Strong, Lee & 
Co. was organized ; continued in wholesale dry goods business for 
fifteen years ; associated with W. M. Finck, 1902, and organized firm 
of W. M. Finck & Co., manufacturers of overalls. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Republican. Presbyterian. Mason. Recreation: 
Golf. Office: 1160 Gratiot Av. Residence: 21 Edmund PI. 

LEECH, Edward W., hardwood lumber ; born, Newboro, Ont., Jan. 
20, 1849; son of Robert and Elizabeth (Earl) Leech (both natives of Can- 
ada) ; educated in rural common school and at Berlin (Ont.) High School ; 
married, ist, at Gorrie, Ont., 1878, Miss R. May Jackson; 2d, at 
London, Ont., Jan., 1892, Miss Christeena Henderson. Moved at 10 
years of age from Newboro to Huron Co., Ont., to a point forty miles 
from railroad at Berlin ; the Leech Brothers (ten in number) founded 
the village of Leechville (now Gorrie) and built saw and flouring mills 
there; located in Detroit, 1879, ^"^ entered hardwood lumber business, 
in which is engaged in his own name as wholesale and retail dealer. 
Member Board of Commerce. Methodist. Member Royal Arcanum, 
Maccabees and Ben Hur societies. Recreation: Automobiling. Office: 
Fifteenth St. and Warren Av. Residence: 551 Maybury Av. 

LEETE, Frederick De Land, clergyman ; born, Avon Springs, N. Y., 
Oct. I, 1866; son of Rev. Menzo Smith and Hannah Amelia (De Land) 
Leete; graduate Homer (N. Y.) Academy, 1883; A. B., Syracuse Univer- 
sity, 1889, A. M., 1892, Phi Beta Kappa scholarship honor, D. D., 1903 ; 
married at Syracuse, N. Y., July 28, 1891, Jeanette Gertrude Fuller. Or- 
dained to Methodist ministry, 1889; pastor Dryer Memorial M. E. 
Church, Utica, N. Y., 1888-91 ; general secretary Y. M. C. A., Utica, 
1891-94; pastor First Methodist Church, Little Falls, N. Y., 1894-98, 
Monroe Av. Church, Rochester, N. Y., 1898-1903, University Av. Church, 
Syracuse, 1903-06, Central M. E. Church, Detroit, since Oct. i, 1906. 
Has held several prominent official positions in Epworth League, Church 
Brotherhood, etc., and has lectured and delivered addresses and sermons 
at many conventions and on special occasions, a number of his ad- 
dresses having been published. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 
Central Methodist Church, 15 Adams Av., E. Residence: 519 Second 
Avenue. 

LEETE, Thomas T., Jr., lawyer; born, Detroit, Nov. 26, 1858; son of 
Thomas T., Sr., and Jean (Hopkins) Leete; educated in Detroit public 
and high schools; Law Department, University of Michigan, 1880; mar- 
ried at Detroit, 1885, Miss Mary Cooper. Has been engaged in practice 



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in Detroit since 1880; member of firm of Corliss, Andrus & Leete, 1885- 
1902; member of firm of Corliss, Leete & Joslyn since 1902. Vice presi- 
dent Dearborn Transit Co, Formerly assistant city attorney, assistant 
corporation counsel and member Detroit Board of Education. Member 
Detroit Bar Association (executive committee), Michigan State Bar As- 
sociation. Republican as to politics. Baptist in church affiliation. Clubs : 
Fellowcraft, Detroit Golf. Recreation: Golf. Office: 210 Moffat Bldg. 
Residence : 64 Alexandrine Av., W. 

LEGGETT, John Wheeler; born, Waterford, Mich., 1864; son of 
William H. and Annie B. (Beardslee) Leggett; educated in public 
schools of Waterford and at Hagerstown Academy ; married at Detroit, 
1892, Grace E. Frue. Began active career in employ of E. B. Smith & 
Co., Detroit, and later was in insurance business with firm of Morris & 
Davenport; became identified with Detroit Telephone Co., 1880; formed 
partnership with Wellington Q. Hunt as Hunt & Leggett, 1886, real es- 
tate and insurance, and continued until 1900, since then alone. Director 
Freeman, Delamater & Co., American Lamp Co., Computing Scale Co. 
of America, Victor Electric Co., Chicago. Clubs: Detroit, Country. 
Recreations: Travel and golf. Office: 1216 Penobscot Bldg. 

LE GRO, Albert Leland, dental surgeon ; born, Suisun, Calif., Oct. 
25, 1875; son of Richard Purrington and Cathryn A. (Smith) Le Gro; 
graduate Santa Rosa (Calif.) High School, 1891 ; student University of 
California, 1891-93; graduate University of Michigan, 1895; unmarried. 
Began practice at Athens, Mich., 1896; has practiced in Detroit since 
Oct., 1906. Republican. Member Michigan State Board of Examiners 
in Dentistry (appointed secretary by Gov. Warner, Nov. 12, 1905), and 
member National Committee to promote uniform dental examinations 
in all states of the Union ; member Southwestern Michigan (president, 
1904-05, 1905-06), Michigan State (president, 1907), Northern Ohio and 
National Dental associations. Central Michigan Dental Society (hon- 
orary), Delta Sigma Delta. Mason, Knight Templar, Shriner. Club: 
Fellowcraft. Recreation: Horseback riding. Office: 271 Woodward Av. 
Residence: 907 Charlevoix Apts. 

LEHNER, William, secretary and treasurer American Paint and 
Glass Co.; born, Mt. Clemens, Mich., Feb. 24, 1872; son of Leonard and 
Catherine (Bartholmae) Lehner; educated in Mt. Clemens public schools 
and Detroit Business University; married at Detroit, Nov. 21, 1893, Miss 
Belle Shook. Began active career in men's furnishings establishment, 
Mt. Clemens ; came to Detroit, 1894, and was identified with John Gor- 
man, the hatter, for four years, and then with J. L. Hudson for two 
years ; was traveling salesman for the Detroit White Lead Works until 
Jan., 1906, since which time he has been connected with the American 
Paint and Glass Co. Member Detroit Paint and Varnish Club. Presby- 
terian. Member Knights of Pythias. Club: Fellowcraft. Recreation: 
Tennis. Office: Cor. Bates St. and Cadillac Sq., Detroit. Residence: 
Mt. Clemens, Mich. 



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LEIDICH, Christian, steamship agent; born, Germany, Jan. 19, 
1868; son of Christian and Marie Elizabeth Leidich ; college education in 
Germany and Detroit College of Law, LL. B., 1902 ; married, Paris, 
France, Sept. 30, 1897, Olga C. Dohmstreich, of Detroit. Came to Amer- 
ica, 1889 ; located in New York City and first engaged in preparing boys 
for college; entered tourist business, 1893, traveling as director and lec- 
turer of De Potter parties to countries of Europe and the Orient; became 
manager of Dr. De Potter's Paris tourist office and assistant manager of 
the New York office; removed to Detroit, 1899, and has since acted as 
passenger agent, representing ocean and lake lines, and practiced law 
since 1902. Protestant. Member Board of Commerce. Clubs: Harmonic, 
Arion, Turnverein, Fellowcraft. Recreations: Gardening, music. Of- 
fice: 174 Griswold St. Residence: 150 E. Grand Blvd. 

LELAND, Frank Bruce, banker; born. Rose, Mich.; graduate Uni- 
versity of Michigan, degree of B. A., 1882, Law Department, same uni- 
versity, LL. B., 1884. Practiced in Flint, Mich., 1885-90 ; removed to De- 
troit, 1890, and continued in general practice until 1895, when he be- 
came general counsel, and later general manager National Loan and In- 
vestment Co., of which he is now secretary and general manager. Or- 
ganized Detroit United Bank, 1901, of which is presidence; also director 
Commonwealth National Bank, Dallas, Tex., and First National Bank, 
Ladonia, Tex. Elected Regent University of Michigan, 1907. President 
Michigan State Sanitorium for Tuberculosis. Republican. Member Phi 
Kappa Phi. Clubs: Detroit, Country, Old Club, American Alpine Club. 
Recreation : Mountain climbing. Office : 206 Griswold Bldg. Residence : 
185 Burns Av. 

LELAND, Henry Martyn; born, Danville, Vt., Feb. 16, 1843; son 
of Leander B. and Zilpha (Tifft) Leland; educated in public schools of 
Worcester and Milbury, Mass. ; married at Milbury, Mass., 1867, Miss 
Ellen R. Hull. Learned machinist's trade in Worcester, Mass. ; tool 
maker in U. S. Armory, Springfield, Mass., 1862-65 ; was connected for 
twenty years with Brown & Sharp, Providence, R. L, becoming super- 
intendent of sewing machine department; removed to Detroit, 1890, and 
started small machine shop on Bates St. as manufacturer of special ma- 
chinery; organized the Leland & Falconer Manufacturing Co., of which 
was manager until merged into Cadillac Motor Car Co., 1904, of which 
has since been general manager. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Republican. Presbyterian. Recreation: Automobiling. Office: 1343 
Cass Av. Residence : 69 Watson St. 

LEONARD, Charles Henri, physician, author; born, Akron, O., 
Mar. 28, 1850; son of Charles H. and Ann S. (Gary) Leonard; educated 
at Hiram College, O. ; Genesee College, Lima, N. Y. ; Union College, 
Schenectady, N. Y., graduating, A. B., 1872, A.M., 1882; studied medi- 
cine at Cleveland, O., under Professor G. C. E. Weber, attended lectures 
at Medical Department, University of Wooster, graduating, M. D., 1874 J 
post-graduate courses at College of Physicians and Surgeons, and 



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Woman's Hospital, New York; married, at Avon Springs, N. Y., June 
5, 1872, Cornelia S. Williams. Has practiced in Detroit since 1874; pro- 
fessor gynecology Detroit College of Medicine since 1879; member De- 
troit Public Library Board for six years, and its president, 1901. Mem- 
ber American Medical Association, Michigan State Medical Society, 
Wayne County Medical Society (president, 1888-90), Detroit Gyne- 
cological Society (vice president, 1892). State committeeman Pan- 
American Medical Congress. Author: Pocket Anatomist; Reference 
and Dose Book; A Manual of Bandaging; Hair: Its Growth, Care, Dis- 
eases and Treatment; Materia Medica and Therapeutics, etc.; formerly 
editor and proprietor Leonard's Illustrated Medical Journal, founded, 
1877. Republican. Methodist. Mason. Recreation: Whist. Office: 103 
Broadway. Residence: 827 2d Av. 

LEONARD, Everett Austin; born. Mount Clemens, Mich., Sept. 
26, 1855 ; son of Theodore Otis and Mary Townsend (Jenney) Leonard ; 
educated in public schools of Detroit; unmarried. Began active career 
as clerk in wholesale department of E. B. Smith & Co., books and sta- 
tionery, where he remained for six years ; then was bookkeeper in De- 
troit, Mackinaw & Marquette R. R. Co's land office ; bookkeeper for six 
years for George R. Angell, photographic supplies, until organization of 
the Standard Life and Accident Insurance Co., July i, 1885, when he 
became connected with the company, and since 1895 has been secretary 
and member of the board of directors. Republican. Episcopalian. Mem- 
ber Sons of American Revolution. Clubs : Fellowcraft, Wayne, Detroit 
Boat. Recreations : Automobiling, baseball and other outdoor diver- 
sions. Office: Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 60 Stimson Place. 

LEONARD, George E., lawyer; born, Argentine, Mich., May 28, 
1878; son of Edward F. and Maggie (Berry) Leonard; graduate Fenton 
High School, Fenton, Mich., June, 1899; University of Michigan, Law 
School, degree of LL. B., June 19, 1902 ; unmarried. Has been in prac- 
tice in Detroit since' June, 1902 ; secretary, treasurer and attorney Busi- 
ness Men's Credit Exchange, commercial reporting and collecting, since 
1904. Member law firm of Leonard & Crane. Republican. Methodist. 
Member Corinthian Lodge, A. F. & A. M., King Cyrus Chapter, R. A. M., 
Detroit Commandery No. i. Knights Templar. Office: 325-326 Ham- 
mond Bldg. Residence: 21 Ledyard St. 

LEONARD, Henry R., president H. R. Leonard Furniture Co. ; 
born, Cleveland, O., Aug. 27, 1847; son of Raymond H. and Margaret C. 
(Cowan) Leonard ; educated in public schools of Cleveland ; married at 
Cleveland, 1872, Annie E. Lawrence. Began in furniture business in 
Cleveland, 1867; removed to Detroit, 1884, and established the H. R. 
Leonard Furniture Co. Republican. Member Masonic order (32°), 
Knights Templar, Shrine. Recreations : Driving and breeding fine trot- 
ting horses. Office: 267-269 Woodward Av., Detroit. Residence: 34 
Eliot St., Detroit; summer residence:. Point Aux Barques, Mich, 



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LEONARD, Orvice R.; born, Keene, N. H., Sept. 24, 1865; son of 
Henry O. and Harriet (Hendrick) Leonard; educated in public schools 
of Keene, N. H., Brattleboro, Vt., and six months at Vermont Academy, 
Saxtons River, Vt. ; unmarried. Began active career as clerk in grocery 
and furniture store, later learning organ and piano tuning; was chief 
clerk in office of register of deeds for two years and in surety bond busi- 
ness four years; has been resident manager National Surety Co., 
of New York, at Detroit, since Mar., 1903. Served for nine years in state 
militia of Vermont; on board U. S. S. Yosemite during Spanish- 
American War. Republican. Episcopalian. Member I. O. O. F. Club: 
Fellowcraft. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 1229 Majestic Bldg. 
Residence : 165 Kirby Av., W. 

LESHER, George Henry, lawyer ; born, Easton, Pa. ; son of Joseph 
H. and Susan Lesher; educated in public schools of Detroit and May- 
hew's Business College; studied law and was admitted to the bar, 1888; 
married at Sharon, Pa., Berdella E. Hulette. Deputy clerk in Recorder's 
Court, Dec. 5, 1873-Mar. i, 1877; clerk, Mar. i, 1877-Jan. i, 1900; began 
practice of law, 1888, and since retiring from Recorder's Court in 1900 
has devoted entire time to practice. Director Peninsular Savings Bank, 
Stewart Transportation Co. ; secretary Sheyboygan (Wis.) Gas Light 
Co. Republican. Member Detroit Bar Association. Mason ; member 
B. P. O. E. Clubs: Detroit Boat, Detroit Boat Club Yachtsman, Detroit 
Yacht, Harmonic Society. Recreation: Yachting. Office: 815 Union 
Trust Bldg. Residence: Lucerne Apts. 

* LESHER, Howard J., treasurer Detroit Trust Co. ; born, Easton, 
Pa., Aug. 9, 1856; son of Joseph H. and Susan (Kortz) Lesher; educated 
in public schools of Detroit; married at Joliet, 111., Aug. 15, 1896, Miss 
Louise Minihan. Began business career as messenger First National 
Bank, Detroit, continuing one year; was connected with the office of col- 
lector of customs four years, two years in office of register of deeds and 
four years in money order department of the Detroit postoffice; after 
serving a year as deputy collector of customs was for four years in the 
office of city assessor and for four years acted as cashier of the post- 
office; was with Union Trust Co., 1893-1902; has been treasurer Detroit 
Trust Co. since 1902. Republican. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Qubs: Detroit, Detroit Golf, Detroit Boat, Old Club. Office: Detroit 
Trust Co. Residence: 121 Seward Av. 

L'ESPERANCE, David A., Jr., lawyer; born, New York City, Oct. 
2, 1874; son of David A. L. and Margaret (McBride) L'Esperance ; edu- 
cated in public and private schools of New York City, Princeton Col- 
lege and New York University Law School ; married at Peekskill, N. 
Y., Nov. 7, 1900, Elise Depew Strang. Began practice of law in New 
York City, 1896; came to Detroit, 1902, as assistant attorney for Wabash 
R. R. Co.; member law firm of Altland & L'Esperance since Sept. i, 
1906. Member Detroit Bar Association. Was lieutenant Eighth Regt., 
N. Y. National Guard ; member Michigan State Legislature, 1907-08. 



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Republican. Clubs: Detroit, University, Country. Recreations: Out- 
door sports. Office: 1030 Penobscot BIdg. Residence: no Pasadena 
Apartments. 

LEVYN, William Mark; born, Alpena, Mich., Apr. 20, 1876; son of 
Jacob and Amelia (Roth) Levyn; educated in public schools of Alpena; 
married at Detroit, June 14, 1904, Harriet Solomon. Began active ca- 
reer as inspector, Boston Store, Chicago, 1892; next became identified 
with the Vitrified Emery Wheel Co., and later was proprietor of hard- 
ware store at Hillman, Mich. ; sold out his business and removed to De- 
troit, 1906, and has since been secretary and treasurer of the American 
Lubricator Co., manufacturers of brass specialties. Recreation : Travel- 
ing. Office: 93 Catherine St. Residence: 276 Frederick Av. 

LEWIS, Alexander; born. Sandwich, Ont., Can., Oct. 24, 1822; 
son of Thomas and Jeannette (Velaire) Lewis ; educated in private 
school in Sandwich ; married, June 10, 1850, Elizabeth J. Ingersoll. Came 
to Detroit at 15 years of age and was in employ of E. W. Cole & Co. for 
two years ; was with drug firm of G. & J. G. Hill until 1841, then removed 
to Pontiac, where he remained two years ; returned to Detroit and be- 
came connected with Grag & Lewis, his brother a member of the firm ; 
associated with H. B. Bridge, 1845, under firm name of Bridge & Lewis, 
forwarding and commission business, continuing until 1862 ; engaged 
in flour and grain business, 1862-84, retiring to devote his attention to 
his property interests; director Detroit National Bank, Detroit Fire 
and Marine Insurance Co. President Board of Trade, 1862 ; police com- 
missioner, 1865-75; mayor of Detroit, 1875-76; member Public Library 
Board, 1881-87. Democrat. Office: 7 Lewis Blk. Residence: 456 Jef- 
ferson Av, 

LEWIS, Alex. I.; born, Detroit, Aug. 21, 1874; son of Alexander 
and Elizabeth (Ingersoll) Lewis; educated in Detroit public schools; 
Phillips Academy, Andover, Mass, ; Yale University, degree of B. A., 
1898. Began business career as secretary of the Bailey Coal Co., 1899; 
was next with Michigan Brass and Iron Works as treasurer; has been 
secretary and treasurer The Newland Hat Co. since 1904. Member De- 
troit Board of Commerce. Clubs: Detroit, University, Detroit Boat. 
Recreations: Outdoor diversions. Office: 164-168 Jefferson Av. Resi- 
dence : 456 Jefferson Av. 

LEWIS, Henry B., structural steel and iron ; born, Detroit, Nov. 18, 
1866; son of Alexander and Elizabeth J. (Ingersoll) Lewis; educated in 
public schools of Detroit and at Trinity College, Port Hope, Ont.; mar- 
ried at Detroit, 1900, Margie E. Croul. Has been engaged in manufac- 
ture structural iron since 1893 and is proprietor of works conducted in 
his own name ; manufacturer and erector structural steel ornamental cast 
and wrought iron work, trusses, girders, columns, beams, channels and 
angles, sheet and plate iron work, smokestacks, tanks, etc. Member De- 
troit Board of Commerce. Republican, Episcopalian, Clubs : Detroit, 



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Country, Boat, Old Club, Curling and Racquet. Recreation: Golf. Of- 
fice: 45-57 Jos. Campau St. Residence: 685 Jefferson Av. 

LEWIS, Lincoln G., transportation official ; born, Louisville, Ky., 
Aug. 18, 1863; son of Sewell B. and Mattie Lewis; educated in Detroit 
public schools ; married at Detroit, Sept. 8, 1885, Miss Mary Zoellner. 
Has been a resident of Detroit since 10 years of age ; began active career, 
1876, as cash boy for C. R. Mabley, clothier, and advanced through dif- 
ferent departments until 1884, when he entered Detroit & Cleveland 
Navigation Co's office as clerk ; became chief clerk and ticket agent to 
general passenger agent, assistant general passenger agent, 1902, and 
has been general passenger and ticket agent since 1904. Also general 
passenger and ticket agent Detroit & Buffalo Steamboat Co. Repub- 
lican. Methodist. Mason (32°), Shriner. Club: Transportation. Recrea- 
tion : Bowling. Office : Foot of Wayne St. Residence : 520 Willis Av., W. 

L'HOMMEDIEU, Richard Henry, railway official; born, Cincin- 
nati, Dec. 29, 1850; son of Stephen S. and Alma (Hammond) L'Homme- 
dieu; educated by tutors and at private academies; married at Chicago, 
May 13, 1878, Angelina C. Marston. Began active career in locomotive 
machine shops of the Cincinnati, Hamilton & Dayton Ry., 1850; was 
clerk in division superintendent's office Chicago, Burlington & Quincy 
R. R., 1872-73 ; trainmaster Michigan Central Ry., 1873-77, superintend- 
ent West Division, Chicago, 1879-90, assistant general superintendent of 
the road, 1890-96, general superintendent, 1896-1903, and general mana- 
ger same road since July 13, 1903. Clubs: Country; Union League 
(Chicago). Recreations: Reading and field sports. Office: Michigan 
Central Depot. Residence : 933 Jefferson Av. 

LICHTIG, William; born, Hungary, Austria, Mar. 26, 1861 ; son 
of John and Fannie (Wohl) Lichtig; came to America, 1867; educated 
in public schools of Ohio; married at Cleveland, June 28, 1883, Bertha 
Meth. Learned trade of cigar maker in Cleveland, in shop of F. E. Kel- 
sey, 1874-77; worked in various cities up to 1883, and then returned to 
Cleveland, where he started a cigar factory on his own account ; became 
identified with the American Cigar Co., and since 1907 has been district 
manager for the company. Served as deputy internal revenue collector, 
Cleveland, 1894-98; superintendent of streets, Cleveland, under Mayor 
John H. Farley, 1899-1901. Democrat. Jewish religion. Member Knights 
of Pythias. Recreations: Hunting and fishing. Office: State St. and 
Park PI. Residence : 826 2d Av. 

LIGHTNER, Clarence A., lawyer; born, Binghamton, N. Y., Jan. 
24, 1862; son of Rev. Milton C. Lightner; educated in public schools of 
Detroit and University of Michigan, graduating, degree of B. A., 1883 ; 
married, 1892, Frances B. McGraw. Studied law in office of Hon. Alfred 
Russell, was admitted to the bar, 1888, and has since practiced in De- 
troit; member firm of Keena, Lightner & Oxtoby. Office: Penobscot 
Bldg. Residence: 1708 Jefferson Av. 



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LIGHTNER, Edwin N., vice president The Lightner-Seely Ca 
Office: 9 Woodbridge Av., W. Residence: 33 Warren Av., E. 

LINK, Harry N., manufacturer; born, Columbus, O., Feb. 13, 1869; 
son of Elijah M. and Sarah (Nelson) Link; educated in public schools 
of Erie, Pa., and at University of Cincinnati (technical course) ; mar- 
ried, Erie, 1894, Nellie Caughey. Began active career with E. M. Link 
Machinery Co., Erie, 1889, continuing until 1903, when he came to De- 
troit as vice president and secretary of the Wray-Austin Machinery 
Co., machinery and engineers' supplies, in which position he still con- 
tinues; also secretary and manager United Manufacturing Co., manufac- 
turers of Little Giant gasoline motors. Republican. Universalist. Mem- 
ber Union Lodge, A. F, & A. M. Clubs: Detroit Motor Boat, Detroit 
Yacht. Recreations: Yachting and boating. Office: 1 71 -i 75 W. Wood- 
bridge St. Residence : 62 Bagg St. 

LITTLE, Charles H., manufacturer; born, Detroit, Mar. 14, 1839; 
son of Thomas and Marie (Stock) Little; educated in public schools of 
Detroit (Barstow, principally) and course in Prof. W. D. Cochran's 
Academy, Detroit; married at Mount Clemens, Mich., Feb. 22, 1870, 
Fannie J. Wise. Began active career in employ of Frederic B. Sibley, 
dealer in builders' supplies, 1856; admitted to partnership under title of 
F. B. Sibley & Co., 1865, and succeeded to the business, 1887, when the 
name of the firm became C. H. Little ; organized stock company under 
title of The C. H. Little Co., Jan. i, 1898, of which he has been president 
since time of incorporation. Organized the Ray Chemical Co., and was 
its president until 1905, when he disposed of his interest; also organized 
the Union Talc Co., of New York. Republican. Episcopalian. Mason 
(32°), Shriner. Office: 37 Peninsular Savings Bank Bldg. Residence: 
Hotel Plaza. 

LIVINGSTON, William T.; born, Detroit, Apr. 2, 1858; son of 
Allan and Euphemia Livingston; educated in public schools of Detroit; 
married at Detroit, Aug. 19, 1885, Delia G. Gilbert. Began active career 
as parcel boy for R. H. Fyfe & Co., 1871, and has been partner in the 
firm since 1886. Republican as to politics. Methodist in religious views. 
Member Masonic order, Knights Templar (Past Commander Damascus 
Commandery No. 42), Shriner. Club: Detroit, Golf. Office: 183 Wood- 
ward Av. Residence: 50 Bethune Av. 

LIVINGSTONE, William; born, Dundas, Ont., Jan. 21, 1844; 
academical education. Became connected with the shipping interest on 
the Great Lakes at beginning of his active career, 1864, and has been 
identified with it for more than forty years. President Dime Savings 
Bank, Lake Carriers' Association. Republican ; ex-chairman executive 
committee Republican State Central Committee. Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Golf. Office: Moffat Blk. Resi- 
dence : 40 Eliot St. 



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LLOYD, Ernest Frederick, manufacturer; born, Detroit, Mich., 
Aug. 21, 1866; son of Gordon William and Laura (White) Lloyd; at- 
tended Assumption College, Sandwich, Ont., 1876-82, and high school, 
Windsor, Ont., 1882-84; apprenticed as architectural student in father's 
office, 1884-89; married at Fort Wayne, Ind., Dec. 12, 1895, Mabel Rob- 
ertson. Entered gas business at Akron, O., 1889; in gas construction 
business at Fort Wayne, Ind., as secretary and treasurer Western Gas 
Construction Co., 1893 ; sold out, 1901, and in 1902 established the Lloyd 
Construction Co. in Detroit; purchased and reorganized the Adrian Gas 
Co., 1901, and has since operated same; assisted in organization of the 
Michigan Contracting Co., 1904. President Lloyd Construction Co., 
Adrian Gas Co., Michigan Contracting Co. Member American Gas In- 
stitute, Detroit Board of Commerce, Episcopalian, Club : Detroit Boat. 
Recreation: Yachting. Office: 860 Greenwood Av. Residence: 86 W. 
Warren Av. 

LOCKE, Charles E., president Michigan Shoe Co. ; born, Detroit, 
Mar. 9, 1858; son of Charles H. and Avis C. (Fiske) Locke; educated in 
Prof. Patterson's Private School, Detroit; married, Detroit, 1888, Sarah 
W. Hinchman. Began active career as clerk with DuCharme, Fletcher 
& Co., wholesale hardware, 1876; entered employ of A, C, McGraw & 
Co., wholesale shoes, 1879, ^^ clerk, and later became assistant manager; 
resigned, 1895, and organized the Michigan Shoe Co., wholesale shoes 
and rubbers, of which he has been president from time of organization. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce, Episcopalian. Member Michigan 
National Guard for twenty-one years ; was lieutenant colonel and assist- 
ant adjutant general First Brigade at time of resignation, in 1892. Rec- 
reations: Golf, fishing. Office: 146-148 Jefiferson Av, Residence: 158 
McDougall Av. 

LOCKE, William M., manufacturer; born, Brantford, Ont., Oct. 17, 
1846; son of William and Elizabeth (Liens) Locke; educated in public 
schools of Tonawanda, N. Y. ; married at Memphis, Mich., Sept. 22, 
1868, Lucina Clough. Began active career at East Tawas, Mich., lumber 
business for self, 1869, and continued for twenty-six years; removed to 
Detroit, 1895, associated with others and organized The Anderson Car- 
riage Co., of which was secretary, 1895-01 ; has been treasurer of the com- 
pany since 1901. Director Detroit Y. M. C. A. Republican. Methodist, 
Recreation: Driving. Office: Clay and Riopelle Sts, Residence: 115, 
W, Grand Blvd, 

LODGE, Albert, physician; born, Brooklyn, July 26, 1852; son of 
Edwin Albert and Emma (Kissane) Lodge; educated in public schools 
and at University of Michigan, graduating, M. D., 1879; married at De- 
troit, Oct. 20, 1875, Louisa Freeman. Has practiced in Detroit since 
1879; member State Board of Medical Registration, 1899-1903; on staff 
Grace Hospital eight years. Homeopath. Republican. Congregational- 
ist. Recreation: Automobiling, Address: 44 High St., W, 



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LODGE, Edwin, physician and surgeon ; born, Cincinnati, O. ; son 
of Edwin Albert and Emma (Kissane) Lodge; educated in public 
schools, University of Michigan and New York Homeopathic College, 
receiving degree of M. D., 1871 ; married at Detroit, Dec. 12, 1899, Alice 
Dwight Berry. Began practice at Detroit, then in Ionia, Mich., 1871 ; 
practiced in San Francisco one year, 1874-75 ; has been located in De- 
troit since 1875. Manager Joseph Berry estate. Was member Old De- 
troit Light Guard. Trustee Grosse Pointe Farms. Homeopath. Repub- 
lican. Mason. Recreation: Traveling. Office: 76 Broadway, Detroit. 
Residence: Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich. 

LONDY, Samuel M., ladies' cloaks; born, Germany, Dec. 20, 1878; 
son of Jacob and Miriam Londy ; came to America with parents early in 
life and was educated in public schools of New York State; unmarried. 
Lived for many years in New York State, and in New York City for 
three years; then removed to Chicago, where he remained six years; 
came to Detroit, Oct., 1906; has been connected with same line of busi- 
ness ever since the beginning of his active career; resident partner of L. 
Londy & Co., Chicago and Detroit, exclusive dealers in ladies' cloaks, 
suits, etc., established in Detroit, Oct., 1906. Recreations: Hunting and 
fishing. Office: 217 Woodward Av. Residence: The Tuller. 

LONGYEAR, Howard Williams, surgeon; born, Lansing, Mich., 
July 24, 1852; son of John Wesley and Harriet (Monroe) Longyear; 
educated in Lansing public schools ; commercial college ; University of 
Michigan; Columbia University, New York City, Medical Department 
(College of Physicians and Surgeons), degree of M. D., 1875; post- 
graduate studies in hospitals of Berlin and Vienna ; married at Lansing,^ 
Mich., Sept. 7, 1880, Abbie Scott. In practice in Detroit since 1875 ; vis- 
iting physician to Woman's Hospital, Gynecologist to Harper Hospital, 
professor clinical gynecology Detroit College of Medicine ; vice presi- 
dent and treasurer Universal Button Fastening and Button Co, Mem- 
ber Wayne County Medical Society, Michigan State Medical Society, 
American Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ex-presi- 
dent). Member A. O. U. W. and N. U. Clubs: Detroit, Country. Rec- 
reations: Hunting, fishing and boating. Office: 271 Woodward Av. 
Residence: 451 Jefferson Av. 

LOOKER, Oscar R.; born, Columbus, O., June 19, 1846; son of 
Robert S. and Sarah (Hooper) Looker; educated in schools of Ohio; 
married at Detroit, Oct., 1895, Libbie C. Sullivan. Began in life insur- 
ance business, 1867; came to Detroit from Cleveland, O., 1871, and has 
been identified with the Michigan Mutual Life Insurance Co. since June 
of that year, first as bookkeeper, next as secretary, and since 1895 as 
president. Served in Eighteenth U. S. Inf., regular army, 1861 to Apr., 
1865, Army of the Cumberland. Republican. Presbyterian. Member 
Masonic order. Past Commander Detroit Commandery, Sovereign Con- 
sistory ; also member Detroit Post No. 384, G. A. R. Club : Old. Of- 
fice: 150 Jefferson Av. Residence: 70 Canfield Av., E. 



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LOOMIS, Freeman L.; born, Osage, la., July 24, i860; son of 
Marian and Mary (Ackley) Loomis ; educated in public schools of Osage 
up to 15, and Cedar Valley College, Osage, three years; married, Omaha, 
Apr, 30, 1889, Mattie W. Needham. In law office work and study of 
law, 18 to 21 years of age; for twenty-five years identified in various 
capacities with the Aultman & Taylor Machinery Co., becoming general 
western manager at Minneapolis and Omaha, and for last thirteen years 
of the time member of the board of directors of the company; has been 
sales manager The Reliance Motor Car Co., Detroit, since 1906. Presi- 
dent Motor Service Co., Minneapolis. Member Masonic order, and U. C. 
T. of America. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: Reliance Motor 
Car Co. Residence: 129 Hancock Av., E. 

LOTHROP, Cyrus E., lawyer, treasurer Lothrop Estate Co., Ltd. ; 
director First National Bank. Office: 94 Fort St., W., Detroit. Resi- 
dence: Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich. 

LOTZ, John A., real estate; born, Detroit, Aug. 10, 1858; son of 
Charles and Catherine Lotz ; educated in public schools and commercial 
college, Detroit; married at Detroit, Nov. 29, 1888, Mary Baisch. Be- 
gan active career as clerk in dry goods and men's furnishing store, con- 
tinuing until 1886; then entered dry goods business for self and contin- 
ued until 1889; went into real estate business, which he conducted alone 
until 1906, when he organized the National Realty Co., of which he is 
vice president and manager of building and loan interests. Member 
Detroit Real Estate Board, Mercantile Association, German Salesman. 
Republican. Congregationalist. Member Masonic order, American In- 
surance Union (organizer and founder, 1895). Recreations: Outdoor 
sports. Office: 505 Whitney Bldg. Residence: 123 Baltimore Av., W. 

LOVE, Charles Edward, lawyer; born, Charleston, S. C, Dec. 27, 
1871 ; son of Charles and Mary A. (Fuller) Love; educated in public 
schools of Blessfield, Mich., and at Detroit College of Law, degree of 
LL. B., 1895 ; married, Detroit, Nov. 24, 1899, Florence Harmer. Has 
practiced in Detroit since 1895; for three years assistant corporation 
counsel; member Detroit Board of Education. Member Michigan State 
Bar Association. Democrat. Recreations : Fishing, baseball. Office : 
613 Moffat Bldg. Residence: 362 Alger Av. 

LOVEiLEY, Edward Arthur, real estate; born, Springfield, Mass., 
June II, 1879; son of Napoleon P. and Mary (Eno) Loveley; educated 
in public schools of West Springfield and one year in high school, when 
at age of 13 he left school on account of death of his father to assist in 
own support; married at Detroit, Sept. 8, 1904, Lina Florence McLeod. 
Began active career in employ of Davis Electrical Works (now the Mun- 
der Electrical Works), Springfield, continuing until July, 1900 >was with 
Western Envelope Co., Centralia, 111., until Feb., 1901, after which the 
company went into the hands of receivers ; then located in Cleveland, 
O., and began to learn real estate business with The Frisbie Co., making 



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a success of the business there ; came to Detroit with Mr. Stormfeltz 
and became connected with W. W. Hannan, of Hannan Real Estate 
Exchange, continuing one and a half years, when the Gerard, Storm- 
feltz, Loveley Co. was incorporated, Feb. 15, 1904, now having offices in 
New York, Buffalo and Detroit, and engaged in general real estate, in- 
vestments, loans, rentals and fire insurance. Vice president and secretary 
Gerard, Stormfeltz, Loveley Co. Member Detroit Real Estate Board. 
Independent in politics. Catholic. Club : Detroit Automobile. Recrea- 
tion : Automobiling. Office: 76-78 Griswold St. Residence: 1597 
Woodward Av. 

LOWE, William Baird, business manager The Detroit Journal ; 
born, Detroit, Jan. 27, 1871 ; son of Thomas and Mary Ann (Poole) 
Lowe; educated in Detroit High School; married at Detroit, 1889, Ger- 
trude Merrell. Began active career as counter clerk, The Detroit Jour- 
nal, advancing through advertising department to position of advertis- 
ing manager, and has been business manager since 1901. Republican. 
Baptist. Member Board of Commerce. Club: Detroit Golf. Recreation: 
Golf. Office: Cor. Fort and Wayne Sts. Residence: 43 Atkinson Av. 

LOWELL, George K., railway official ; born, New Hampshire, Mar, 
19, 1858; son of George G. and Phoebe H. (Kaime) Lowell; graduated 
from high school and attended academy at Dover, N. H. ; married at 
Louisville, Ky., 1890, Mary Emma Park. Began railway service, 1876, 
as roundhouse man, and later as fireman on Boston & Maine R. R. ; fire- 
man and engineer on Galveston, Harrisburg & San Antonio R. R. ; 
freight and passenger brakeman, train baggage master and freight and 
passenger conductor with following roads : Galveston, Houston & Hen- 
derson, Gulf, Colorado & Santa Fe, Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific, and 
the Louisville, Evansville & St. Louis Air Line railroads ; master of 
transportation, 1889-90, superintendent of transportation, 1890-91, Louis- 
ville, Evansville & St. Louis Air Line R. R. ; assistant superintendent, 
1891-93, superintendent Jan.-Dec, 1893, Louisville, New Albany & Chi- 
cago R. R. ; general superintendent same road and its successor, the Chi- 
cago, Indianapolis & Louisville Ry., 1893-96; general manager Detroit, 
Toledo & Ironton Ry. Co., Ann Arbor R. R. Co., and steamship lines 
since Nov. i, 1906; elected vice president same, Nov., 1907. Member 
Masonic order (32°), Knights Templar, Shrine. Recreation: Fishing. 
Club: Detroit. Office: Penobscot Bldg. 

LUCE, Theodore, banker; born. Crystal City, Mo., Dec. 31, 1873; 
son of Theodore and Mary (La Montague) Luce; educated in public 
schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, 1898, Miss Delia Thompson. 
Came to Detroit with parents, 1876; began active career as messenger 
Merchants' and Manufacturers' National Bank, 1890, continuing for four 
years; was next identified with the Union Trust Co., and was in charge 
of the bond department of the company when he left, after twelve years' 
service, in 1905, to become manager of the Detroit office of N. W. Halsey 
& Co., bankers, New York and Chicago. Also vice president and treas- 



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urer The Ballantine Co. ; treasurer Michigan Soap Works ; secretary and 
treasurer Wyandotte Hardware Co., Wyandotte, Mich. Republican. 
Member Corinthian Lodge, F. &A. M. Clubs: Detroit Athletic, Detroit 
Boat, Detroit Fishing and Hunting Association, Detroit Curling Club. 
Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 732 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 
140 Lincoln Av. 

LUCKING, Alfred, lawyer; born, Ingersoll, Ont., Dec. 18, 1856; 
son of Joseph and Ellen Margaret (Ford) Lucking; removed with par- 
ents to Ypsilanti, Mich., when an infant; educated in Ypsilanti High 
School, and State Normal School; Law Department, University of 
Michigan, degree of LL. B., 1878; married, Feb. 23, 1881, Vie Loree 
Rose. Admitted to bar, 1878, and began practice at Jackson, Mich., as 
member of firm of Conely & Lucking; located in Detroit, 1880; member 
firm of Conely, Maybury & Lucking, 1882-92, Maybury & Lucking, 1892 
to 1903, Maybury, Lucking, Emmons & Helfman since 1903. Temporary 
chairman Michigan State Democratic Convention, 1900; temporary and 
permanent chairman State Democratic Convention, 1902; member Con- 
gress, First district, Mich., 1903-05. Member Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Clubs: Fellowcraft, Detroit Athletic. Recreations: Outdoor 
sports. Office : MofTat Bldg. Residence : 32 Rowena St. 

LUNDY, C. Bradford, physician; born, Detroit, Dec. 14, 1878; son 
of Dr. Charles J. and Elizabeth (Bradford) Lundy; educated in public 
schools of Detroit, Detroit College, and Michigan Agricultural College ; 
M. D., Detroit College of Medicine, 1904; unmarried. Has practiced in 
Detroit since 1904; instructor in pathology, Detroit College of Medicine, 
and in anatomy. Department of Dentistry, Detroit College of Medicine. 
Ensign Michigan Naval Reserves. Member Wayne County and Michi- 
gan State Medical societies, American Medical Association, Detroit Col- 
lege Alumni Association, Michigan Agricultural College Alumni Asso- 
ciation. Club : Detroit Athletic. Office : 27 E. Adams St. Residence : 
52 Woodland Av. 

LYDECKER, Garrett J., army officer ; born, Englewood, N. J., Nov. 
15, 1843; son of John R. and Elizabeth (Ward) Lydecker; educated in 
New York public schools, and College of the City of New York ; gradu- 
ate U. S. Military Academy, 1864; married, Detroit, Sept. 21, 1869, Delia 
W. Buel. Commissioned first lieutenant engineers, June 13, 1864; cap- 
tain, Aug. 8, 1866; major. Mar. 31, 1880; lieutenant colonel, Dec. 14, 
1891 ; colonel, Apr. 3, 1901 ; advanced to brigadier general and retired by 
operation of law, Nov. 15, 1907. Breveted captain, Apr. 2, 1865, for gal- 
lant and meritorious services in siege of Petersburg, Va. Extensively 
engaged in river and harbor work at Galveston, Michigan City, New 
Orleans, Chicago, Detroit and at other points. Residence: 160 Campau 
Avenue. 

LYLE, Hilliard G., lawyer; born, Manchester, Can., 1874; son of 
Henry E. and Isabelle (Daniels) Lyle ; graduate University of Michi- 
gan, 1899; Harvard University, 1899 ^"^ 1900; married at Battle Creek, 



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Mich., to Miss Blanche A. Halladay. Began practice in Detroit, 1901, 
specializing in real property and life insurance law ; attorney at Detroit 
for Home Life Insurance Co., of New York. Member Wayne County 
and Michigan State Bar associations. Clubs: Harvard of Michigan. 
Recreations: Yachting, golf, traveling. Office: 819 Hammond Bldg. 
Residence: 57 Canfield Av., W. 

LYNN, James Torrence; born, Pittsburg, Pa., Feb. 18, 1856; son 
of James and Jane (Ferguson) Lynn; educated in public schools of Al- 
legheny ; married at St. Thomas, Ont., Can., Frances Louise Kerr Pelton. 
Served three years' apprenticeship in the machine shops of the Northern 
Pacific R. R., at Duluth and Brainerd, Minn., and became locomotive 
engineer on the same road, also served on Pittsburg, and Lake Erie R. 
R., at Pittsburg, Pa., 1876-77; employed at gas plant in Allegheny, ad- 
vanced to position of foreman of various plants and executive officer; 
came to Detroit, 1893, and in 1898 effected consolidation of a number 
of gas and lighting plants under title of the National Gas, Electric Light 
and Power Co., now including fourteen public utility companies in dif- 
ferent cities, of which he is president. Formerly captain Battery B, 
Light Artillery, Pennsylvania National Guard ; member City Council, 
Chattanooga, Tenn., 1883-89. Republican. Member Christian Church. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce, American Gas Institute (director), 
Illuminating Gas Engineers' Society. Mason. Clubs: Detroit, Old Club, 
Detroit Country. Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : 402 Union Trust 
Bldg. Residence: Alfred Apts. 

LYONS, Albert Brown, chemist; born, Waimea, Hawaii, Hawaiian 
Islands, Apr. i, 1841 ; son of Rev. Lorenzo and Lucia Garratt (Smith) 
Lyons ; spent early life at remote mission station and was educated at 
home; Preparatory Department, Oahu College, 1857-60, Oahu College, 
1861-63; Williams College, graduating, class valedictorian, 1865; Medi- 
cal Department, University of Michigan, M. D., 1868, post-graduate 
course, 1896. Married at Detroit, Apr. 25, 1878, Edith M. Eddy. Teacher 
Oahu College, 1861-62; teacher (science) Eagleswood Military Academy, 
N. J., 1865-66; professor of chemistry Detroit Medical College, 1868-81; 
chemist Parke, Davis & Co., 1881-87; editor Pharmaceutical Era, 1887- 
88 ; government chemist for Hawaii, 1888-95 '< teacher of natural science 
Oahu College, 1888-95 '■> chemist Nelson, Baker & Co., Detroit, since 
Sept., 1897, and secretary of the company since 1898. Member Citizens' 
guard in rebellion against Republic of Hawaii, 1894; member committee 
of revision U. S. Pharmacopoeia, 1900. Member American Medical As- 
sociation, American Pharmaceutical Association, Chemical Society (of 
England), American Chemical Society, American Association for the 
Advancement of Science. Independent Republican. Congregationalist. 
Author: Manual of Pharmaceutical Assaying, 1887; Practical Assaying 
of Drugs and Chemicals, 1899; Plant Names, Scientific and Popular, 
1900; Lyons' Memorial (genealogical record of family, three vols.), 
1905-08; also many papers for periodicals. Recreations: Photography, 



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botanical excursions. Office : Nelson, Baker & Co. Residence : 72 Brain- 
ard St. 

L.YSTER, Henry L., lawyer; born, Detroit, Dec. 22, 1872; son of 
Dr. Henry F. and Winifred Lee (Brent) Lyster; educated in public 
schools of Detroit and at University of Michigan, degree of A. B., 1895, 
Law Department, same university, LL. B,, 1896; unmarried. Admitted 
to the bar, 1896; practiced with the firm of Brennan, Donnelly & Van 
De Mark (established, 1873) since 1898; became a member of the firm, 
1901. Member Detroit and American Bar associations. Member Michi- 
gan Naval Reserve, 1897-99 ! was seaman on board U. S. S. Yosemite 
during Spanish-American War. Republican. Episcopalian. Member 
Delta Kappa Epsilon. Clubs: Detroit, University, Country, Detroit 
Boat. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 516 MoflFat Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 604 Pasadena Apts. 

MACAULEY, Alvan; born, Wheeling, W. Va., June 19, 1872; edu- 
cated at George Washington University, Washington, D. C, and Lehigh 
University, South Bethlehem, Pa. ; married at Washington, D. C, Nov. 
20, 1895, Estelle Littlepage. Studied law and was admitted to bar in 
Ohio; practiced in Washington, D. C, for five years; was with National 
Cash Register Co., Dayton, O., 1895-1901 ; has been general manager 
Burroughs Adding Machine Co. at Detroit, since 1901 ; director Adder 
Machine Co., Seamless Steel Bath Tub Co. Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : 2d Av. and Amster- 
dam. Residence: 59 Hendrie Av. 

MACAULEY, James F., bookseller ; born, Rochester, N. Y. ; son of 
Richard and Jane Macauley; educated in public schools of Rochester; 
married at Rochester, N. Y., July 6, 1871, Sarah E. Preston, Rochester. 
Began in bookselling business in Detroit, 1869, under title of Macauley 
Bros, and the firm still continues. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 
172 Woodward A v. Residence: 805 2d Av. 

MACAULEY, Richard Henry, manager Aetna Life Insurance Co. 
of Hartford, Conn., for Eastern Michigan ; born, Detroit, Mar. 9, 1873 ; 
son of Richard and Josephine Annette (Foster) Macauley; educated in 
public and private schools of Detroit, Lawrenceville (N. J.) Academy 
and Trinity College, Hartford, Conn. ; married, Hartford, Nov. 7, 1895, 
Sarah Taintor Bulkeley. Began active career in wholesale millinery 
business, in which he continued for nine years ; has been manager for 
Aetna Life Insurance Co., with headquarters in Detroit, since Apr. 10, 
1905. Republican. Episcopalian. Member Delta Psi. Clubs: Detroit, 
Country. Recreations: Football, baseball. Office: 929-934 Majestic 
Bldg. Residence : 76 Davenport St. 

McCarroll, John, clergyman, physician ; born, Milford, Ont., Can. ; 
son of John and Margaret (Taylor) McCarroll ; undergraduate McGill 
University, Montreal, 1875 ; prize man Greek and Latin, affiliated col- 
lege, 1876; M. B., University of Toronto, 1879; M. D., Victoria Uni- 



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versity, 1879; M. D., University of Toronto, 1880; M. C. P. S. O., 1880; 
married at Toronto, Apr. 24, 1884, Emily Middleton Aird. Ordered 
deacon. Church of England, Toronto, 1881, priest, 1881 ; came to Detroit, 
Feb. 14, 1884; rector Grace Church since Feb. 14, 1884; naturalized as 
citizen of United States, 1890; dean of Detroit Convocation, Diocese 
of Michigan, since 1896. Republican. 32° Mason. Club : Detroit 
Golf. Recreation: Golf. Office: Grace Church, corner Fort and 2d Sts. 
Residence : 58 Hancock Av., E. 

McCLINTOCK, CharlesThomas, physician, bacteriologist; born.Mill- 
ersburg, Ky., Mar. 14, i860; son of Alexander and Cornelia (Darnall) 
McClintock; graduate Kentucky Wesleyan College, A. B., 1881, A. M., 
1884; University of Michigan, Ph. D., 1892, M. D., 1894; graduate 
student Johns Hopkins University, two years; student in European 
laboratories, 1897. Began practice at Ann Arbor, Mich., 1894; has 
practiced in Detroit since 1896. Director bacteriological laboratory 
Parke, Davis & Co.; adjunct professor bacteriology Detroit College of 
Medicine. Member American Medical Association, Mississippi Valley 
Medical Association, Society of American Bacteriologists, Michigan 
State Medical Society, Wayne County Medical Society, Detroit Academy 
of Medicine (ex-president), American Academy of Medicine (ex-vice 
president). Member Nu Sigma Nu. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Golf, 
Detroit Boat. Recreations : Golf, boating, hunting, fishing. Office : 
Parke, Davis & Co. Residence : 840 Cass Av. 

McCOLL, Daniel M., manufacturer; born, Arggleshire, Scotland, 
Oct. 25, 1867; son of Malcolm and Janet McColl ; came to Canada with 
parents, 1870; collegiate education at St. Thomas, Ont., Can.; unmar- 
ried. Lived on farm in Canada until 1891 ; removed to Chicago and 
was bookkeeper William Deering & Co., two years ; returned to Canada 
and in 1897 located in Detroit; has been engaged in manufacture of lap 
robes and overcoats since 1899; treasurer Hugh Wallace Co. Presby- 
terian. Member St. Andrews' Society, Office: N. Grand Blvd. and 
Orleans St. Residence: 114 Euclid Av. 

McCOLL, Jay Robert, mechanical engineer; born, Webster, Mich., 
Mar. 24, 1867; son of Robert McColl; general education Ann Arbor 
High School ; graduated engineering department, Michigan Agricultural 
College, 1890; special post-graduate course there and at Cornell Univer- 
sity; married St. John's, Mich., Jan. 3, 1900, Belle G. Baldwin. Ap- 
pointed member U. S. Geological Survey, 1890, but never accepted ; 
adjutant professor mechanical engineering. University of Tennessee, 
1890-1902; associate professor thermodynamics, Purdue University, 
1902-03 ; associate professor steam engineering, in charge of department 
of steam engineering, same, 1903-05 ; mechanical engineer for American 
Blower Co. since 1905. Member American Society Mechanical En- 
gineers, American Society for Promotion of Engineering Education 
since 1892, Office: 1400 Russell St. Residence: 545 John R St. 



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McCOLLESTER, Lee Sullivan, clergyman ; born, Westmoreland, N. 
H., June 5, 1859; son of Sullivan Holman and Fanny Sophia (Knight) Mc- 
Collester; attended public schools of Nashua, N. H., 1869-73; Buchtel 
Academy, Akron, O., 1873-76, Buchtel College, Akron, 1876-77; special 
student, London College, England, 1878; A. B., Tufts College, Mass., 
1881 (D. D., 1898); B. D., Crane Theological School, 1884; married, 
ist, at Troy, N. H., Aug. 21, 1874, Lillian A. Wright, who died August, 
1885; 2d, at Claremont, N. H., May i, 1889, Lizzie S. Parker. Or- 
dained Universalist clergyman, 1884; pastor Claremont, N. H., 1884- 
1888, Church of Our Father, Detroit, since 1889. Traveled abroad for 
about three years, making a special study of the Orient. Secretary Uni- 
versalist Convention of Michigan; member of board of trustees National 
Universalist Convention ; trustee Buchtel College and of Boys' Home 
and d'Arcombal Association. Independent Republican. Member Sons 
of American Revolution (chaplain State Society), Fine Arts Society, 
Phi Delta Theta, Phi Beta Kappa. 32° Mason (prelate Detroit Com- 
mandery, K. T. No. i, for ten years), Shriner. Club: Detroit Golf. 
Recreations : Mountain climbing and traveling. Office : Church of Our 
Father. Residence : 655 John R St. 

McCORKLE, William Foster, lawyer; born, Thorntown, Ind., Jan. 
7, 1855; son of William A. and Cordelia M. (Foster) McCorkle ; grad- 
uate Princeton University, degree of A. B., 1877; married, Detroit, Apr. 
20, 1897, Bessie L. Dalzell. Studied law, was admitted to the bar at 
Brooklyn, N. Y., and began practice at Nyack, N. Y., 1880; after a short 
time went to Chicago and engaged in business for a year; located in 
Detroit, 1882, where he has since practiced. Member Detroit Bar Asso- 
ciation. Republican. Presbyterian. Club: Detroit Boat. Recreation: 
Reading. Office : Union Trust Bldg. Residence : 38 Alfred St. 

McCRICKETT, Thomas Francis, engineer; born at Detroit, Nov. 
9, 1869; son of Patrick and Elizabeth (O'Flynn) McCrickett ; educated 
in private schools and at University of Michigan, degrees of B. S. and 
M. E., 1897; inimarried. Has been identified with engineering depart- 
ment of the Russel Wheel and Foundry Co. as chief engineer, since 
1897. Independent in politics. Member American Society of Civil En- 
gineers, Detroit Engineering Society. Club: University. Office: Rus- 
sel Wheel and Foundry Co. Residence : 904 Brush St. 

McDonald, Charles Sheldon, lawyer; born, Macomb Co., Mich.; 
son of Benjamin Fowler and Maria (Duncan) McDonald; graduate Ann 
Arbor (Mich.) high school; educated at University of Michigan and 
University of Goettingen, Germany, and one year in Boston libraries; 
married at Detroit, July 11, 1900, Linda E. Harris. Has been engaged 
in practice in Detroit since 1886; member law firm of McDonald & 
Fowler, established 1900. Member Detroit Bar Association, Michigan 
State Bar Association. Member School Board, City of Detroit, one 
year. Independent in politics. Clubs: University, Detroit, Detroit 
Curling, Unity. Recreations : Hunting, fishing, traveling (especially 



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over historic grounds), athletics. Office: Hammond Bldg. Residence: 
146 W. Alexandrine Av. 

McDonald, Fred J., manufacturer of brick and drain tile; born, 
Springwells, Mich., Jan. 8, 1864; son of John C. and Margaret A. (Mc- 
Farlane) McDonald; educated in Detroit High School; married, Detroit, 
September, 1888, Miss Martha D. Otis. Taught school in Springwells, 
Mich., 1882-85; became associated with father in brick and drain tile 
manufacturing, 1885 ; was admitted to firm, 1902, as J. C. McDonald & 
Son, plants in Springwells, covering forty-five acres. Member Detroit 
Builders and Traders' Exchange. Republican. Methodist. Mason, 
Knight Templar, Shriner. Club : Detroit Boat. Recreations : Reading 
and lodge matters. Office: 211 Hammond Bldg. Residence: Warren 
Avenue, W. 

MacDONALD, Frederick William, dentist; born, Ripley, Can., Feb. 
12, 1876; son of Archibald and Elizabeth (McAsh) MacDonald ; edu- 
cated in public schools of Ripley and Owen Sound Collegiate Institute; 
D. D. S., Dental Department, Detroit Medical College, 1899; married 
at Centralia, Can., Sept. 3, 1903, Ada Mary Hutton. Has practiced in 
Detroit since 1899; professor operative dentistry, Detroit College of 
Medicine (dental department) ; editor The Odontoblast, a dental mag- 
azine. Republican. Presbyterian. President First District Dental So- 
ciety ; member Michigan State Dental Society. Mason (Palestine 
Lodge). Recreations: Athletics. Office: 271 Woodward Av. Resi- 
dence: 506 Alexandrine Av., W. 

McDonald, James H. ; born, Macomb Co., Mich., Feb. 14, 1853; 
son of Theodore F. and Elizabeth A. (Jones) McDonald ; educated in 
district schools; Mt. Clemens (Mich.) High School, Ann Arbor High 
School; University of Michigan, graduating from Literary Department, 
1876, and from Law Department, LL. B., 1878; married, Detroit, May 
18, 1904, Christine Jewell ; four daughters. Admitted to the bar, 1878, 
and has since been in practice in Detroit ; has associated with Lloyd 
L. Axford since Jan. i, 1905. Director United States Savings Bank, 
Detroit, and Armada Savings Bank. Member Detroit Bar Association, 
Michigan State Bar Association. Democrat. Episcopalian. Member 
University of Michigan Society, Detroit Municipal League (executive 
committee). Clubs: Bankers', Church Club. Recreations: Horticul- 
ture and farming. Office: 411 Moffat Blk., Detroit. Residence: Winter, 
68 Erskine St., Detroit; summer, 2017 Geddes Av., Ann Arbor, Mich. 

McDonald, John C, brick and drain tile manufacturing; born, 
Springwells, Mich., Nov. 29, 1834; educated in district schools; married 
at Greenfield, Mich., 1861, Margaret A. McFarlane. Began active career 
as a farmer, later engaging in agricultural implement business in Wayne 
Co., Mich. ; entered manufacture of brick and drain tile at SpringAvells, 
Mich., 1882, in which continues as J. C. McDonald & Son, operating two 
plants of forty-five acres. Also conducts lOO-acre farm in Wayne Co., 
and is developing Cherry Beach, near Marine City, Mich., comprising 



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tract of nine acres, subdivided and improved for summer resort cottages, 
for Detroit people. Formerly treasurer of Springwrells, member board 
of public works and poor commissioner of Wayne Co. Member Detroit 
Builders and Traders Exchange. Republican. Methodist. Associate 
member Detroit Post, G. A. R. Office: 211 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 
Warren Av., W. 

McDONELL, Alexander Henry; born, Petite Cote, Ont., July 28, 
1855; son of Donald L. and Frances (Gillman) McDonell; educated 
in public schools of Detroit ; married at Detroit, 1880, Miss Ellen L. 
Rice. Has been identified with the Detroit Fire and Marine Insurance 
Co. since 1874, and has been secretary of the company since 1899. 
Independent in politics. Episcopalian. Club : Fellowcraft. Recrea- 
tions: Social diversions. Office: 100 Griswold St. Residence: 50 
Virginia Av. 

McDonnell, Henry Patrick; born. Marine City, Mich., Nov. 17, 
1855 ; son of Patrick and Mary McDonnell ; educated in Marine City 
High School; married at Detroit, 1883, Elizabeth Creland. Has resided 
in Detroit since 1877 and has been engaged in the produce commission 
business since the beginning of his active career; president McDonnell 
Bros., established 1880. Democrat. Member Knights of Columbus, 
Knights of Equity, C. M. B. A. Clubs: Detroit Athletic, Rushmere. 
Office: 35 Woodbridge St., W. Residence: 136 Canfield Av., W. 

McDONOUGH, Terence E.; born, Geneva, N. Y., July 12, 1848; 
son of Patrick E. and Mary J. (Ryan) McDonough, of New York; had 
limited opportunity of education in common schools ; married at Geneva, 
February, 1880, Josephine Green. Was engaged for twelve years in 
the West in United States treasury service; located in Detroit, 1883, 
and has been connected with the Michigan Mutual Life Insurance Co. 
since December, 1894. Recreation: Fishing. Office: 150 Jefiferson Av. 
Residence : 26 Joy st. 

McFALL, Guy Harrison, physician; born, Sandusky, O., Apr. 21, 
1876; son of Eugene and Anna (Stevens) McFall ; educated in public 
schools; graduate Detroit Church Academy, 1895; M. D., Detroit Col- 
lege of Medicine, 1899; post graduate study, London, Paris and New 
York; married at Louisville, Ky., Jan. 3, 1906, Linnie Belle Tucker. 
Has practiced in Detroit since January, 1902; lecturer on materia medica, 
Detroit College of Medicine ; laryngologist Harper Hospital polyclinic 
and Children's Free Hospital. Republican. Episcopalian. Member 
American Medical Association, Michigan State, Northern Tri-State and 
Wayne County Medical societies, American Academy of Ophthalmology 
and Oto-Laryngology. Clubs: Detroit Boat, Detroit Motor Boat, 
Recreation : Yachting. Office : 305 Gladwin Bldg. Residence : 720 
Jefferson Av. 

MACFARLANE, J. F. Maurice, manager The Hees, Macfarlane 
Co.; born, Montreal, Can., Sept. 18, 1849; son of William Stewart and 



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Mary, daughter of Hon. James Ferrier, who, with John Molson, brought 
the first steam engine to Canada, built the first railroad, from Montreal 
to Lachine, was for many years chairman of the Grand Trunk Ry., and 
a member of the Quebec legislature and of the senate in the Canadian 
Parliament. Educated in preparatory school of McGill College, Mon- 
treal; married, 1874, Victoria A. Anisden, of Scranton, O. (died, 1882); 
again, 1887, Harriet Story, of New York. Left Montreal, 1868, for 
Chicago, and was with Field, Leiter & Co., until 1870; returned to 
Montreal and for four years was connected with a wholesale dry goods 
house; was proprietor general merchandise business at Woodstock, Ont., 
1874-80; removed to Toronto, Ont., and engaged in manufacture of 
window shades, 1880-94; came to Detroit, January, 1895, and organized 
the firm of Hees, Macfarlane & Co., which was incorporated, 1904, as 
The Hees, Macfarlane Co. (subsidiary company of the Columbus Shade 
Cloth Co.), manufacturers of window shades and window shade cloths. 
Member Canadian Militia during the Fenian raid. Republican. 
Protestant. Royal Arch Mason; member Foresters. Clubs: Detroit 
Golf, Automobile. Recreations: Golf, automobiling. Office: Myrtle 
and Hubbard Av. Residence: 17 Joy St. 

McFARLANE, William Phelps; born, Detroit, Mar. 8, 1864; son 
of James K. and Emily (Edwards) McFarlane ; educated in public 
schools of Romeo, Mich. ; married. Port Huron, Mich., 1885, Miss Emma 
Smith. Learned trade of carriage trimming with Ketchum Bros., car- 
riage manufacturers, Romeo, continuing for four years ; became foreman 
of carriage trimming department Anderson Carriage Co., Port Hurop, 
1886, superintendent of factory, 1892 (plant removed to Detroit, 1895), 
and has been secretary and superintendent of the company since 1900. 
Member Knights of Maccabees, Modern Woodmen of America. Recrea- 
tion : Automobiling. Office : Corner Clay and Randolph Sts. Resi- 
dence : 3039 North East Grand Blvd. 

McFATE, Robert, contractor and builder; born, St. Catherines, Can., 
June 13, 1871 ; son of Robert and Margaret (Killman) McFate; edu- 
cated in Dutton, Can. ; married at Detroit, 1906, Miss Maud Todd. 
Came to Detroit, 1891, and entered employ of the Vinton Company, gen- 
eral building contractors ; has remained with the company continuously 
and has been its vice president since January, 1906. Also treasurer 
Manufacturers' Lumber Co. Republican. Methodist. Club : Y. M. 
C. A. Recreation: Baseball. Office: 120-146 Woodbridge Av., E. 
Residence : 839 Milwaukee Av., W. 

McGOUGH, Albert Lee, physician; born, Geneva, N. Y., Oct. 16, 
1870; son of Thomas and Mary (Mahon) McGough; educated in private 
schools and Detroit Jesuit College ; M. D., Detroit College of Medicine, 
1894; interne Wayne County Hospital two years; married at Detroit, 
1898, Marie Lodewyck; again at Dalton, Ga., 1905, Mary Wortley, 
Began practice in Detroit, 1894; practiced in Westfield, Wis., 1897-98, 
returning to Detroit, 1898; associated in practice with Dr. George 



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Duffield Stewart two years; has practiced alone since 1900. Democrat. 
Roman Catholic. Member American Medical Association, Michigan 
State and Wayne County Medical societies. Recreations : Shooting and 
fishing. Office : 402 Fine Arts Bldg. Residence : 294 Pennsylvania Av. 

McGRAW, Alpheus Chittenden, secretary United States Accident 
Insurance Co. of Detroit; born, Detroit, Oct. 24, 1872; son of Dennis 
and Margaret (Meehan) McGraw ; educated in Detroit College and 
Detroit College of Law; married at Detroit, July 11, 1902, Cora Eliza- 
beth Hangsterfer. Admitted to bar, but did not practice; was cashier 
for Mabley & Co. and Mabley, Goodfellow & Co. for ten years; has 
been secretary U. S. Accident Insurance Co. since 1901. Republican. 
Catholic. Member B. P. O. E. Club: Fellowcraft. Recreation: Hunt- 
ing. Office: 1-2 Butler Bldg. Residence: San Bernardino Apts. 

McGRAW, Homer, fire insurance; born, New Baltimore, Mich., 
Jan. 22, 1856; son of Richard and Jane (Chapman) McGraw; educated 
in country school and public schools of Plymouth, Mich., and Detroit 
Business University; married at Detroit, Oct. i, 1884, Anna Anthony. 
Lived on farm until 15 and clerked in general store at Plymouth until 
1880; came to Detroit, 1880, and entered the wool house of Thomas 
McGraw, where he continued for five years; was traveling salesman 
in Canada for the Globe Tobacco Co. for three years ; began in whole- 
sale tobacco business with his brother, under name of Detroit Tobacco 
Co., continuing four years ; returned to Thomas McGraw and took 
charge of his private business affairs, also carrying on fire insurance 
business, since 1889. Executor estate of Thomas McGraw; president 
Globe Tobacco Co. ; alderman Second ward four years ; now serving 
second term on Detroit Board of Estimates. Republican. Episcopalian. 
Member Masonic order (32°), Knights Templar, Shrine. Clubs: De- 
troit, Rushmere, Detroit Automobile. Recreations : Fishing and auto- 
mobiling. Office: 35 McGraw Bldg. Residence: 1209 Cass Av. 

McGRAW, Theodore A., physician; born, Detroit, Nov.. 11, 1839; 
son of Alexander C. and Susana (Walker) McGraw; educated in public 
schools of Detroit; B. A., University of Michigan, 1859 (LL. D., 1905) ; 
M. D., College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, 1863; married 
at New York, July 10, 1866, Alice Simpson. Practiced as assistant 
surgeon, U. S. A., 1863-65 ; has been engaged in practice in Detroit 
since 1865; professor of surgery Detroit College of Medicine since 1869; 
surgeon St. Mary's Hospital. Republican. Member Wayne County 
Medical Society, Michigan State Medical Society, ex-president American 
Medical Association, American Surgical Association. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Club : Detroit. Office : 73 Cass Av. Residence : 
1710 Jefferson Av. 

McGRAW, Thomas Stanley, merchant ; born, Detroit, Feb. 28, 
1843; son of Virgil W. and Ann (Cullen) McGraw; educated in public 
schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, Nov. 19, 1867, Maria L. Dickin- 



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son. Served in Civil War as member of the Sixteenth Michigan Vol- 
unteer Infantry, Army of the Potomac ; began business career, 1864, 
in employ of A. C. McGraw & Co., wholesale dealers in boots and shoes, 
the title in 1895 becoming Baldwin, McGraw & Co., of which he is 
partner. Republican. Episcopalian. Clubs: Detroit, Country, Old 
Club. Recreation: Fishing. Office: 193 Jefferson Av. Residence: 81 
Alfred St. 

McGRAW, William T. ; born, Lavonia Township, Wayne Co., 
Mich., May 12, i860; son of Richard and Jane (Chapman) McGraw; 
educated in Plymouth, Mich., and Detroit Business University; married 
at Plymouth, Mich., June 15, 1897, Miss Harriette Fuller. Began active 
career in First National Bank, Plymouth, continuing for two years; 
removed to Detroit and became traveling salesman Globe Tobacco Co., 
later organizing the Detroit Tobacco Co., with which he is still con- 
nected; since 1906, vice president Mexican Crude Rubber Co.; director 
National Twist Drill Co., Globe Tobacco Co. State senator, 1898-1900. 
Republican. Mason, Knight Templar, Shriner. Clubs: Detroit, Coun- 
try, Detroit Boat, Automobile. Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : 
612 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 1477 Grand River Av. 

McGregor, James, banker; born, Kincardine, Scotland, May 10, 
1830; son of James and Jane (Burnett) McGregor; educated in parish 
school, Scotland; married in Scotland, 1851, Susan Christie. Served 
apprenticeship as millwright and joiner, under his father, and worked 
at trade in Scotland and England; came to Hamilton, Can., 1858; 
entered service of car department of the Great Western Ry. and was 
located at Hamilton and Sarnia ; came to Detroit, i860, and was made 
superintendent of the car department of the Detroit & Milwaukee Rail- 
road, continuing until 1879; was general superintendent Michigan Car 
Works, 1879-92 ; general superintendent Michigan Peninsular Car Co., 
1892-97; has been president Home Savings Bank since 1889; director 
Detroit Trust Co. ; vice president Detroit and Cleveland Navigation Co. 
Office : 58 Home Bank Bldg. Residence : 670 Jefferson Av. 

McGregor, Malcolm, lawyer; born, Amherstburg, Ont., May 25, 
1869; son of William and Jessie (Peden) McGregor; educated in 
schools of Canada and at University of Michigan ; married at Windsor, 
Ont., Dec. 4, 1894, Eva B. Bartlett. Has practiced in Detroit since 1900; 
member firm of McGregor & Bloomer; secretary Detroit College of 
Law and of Detroit Bar Library ; professor of law of personal property 
and sales, Detroit College of Law ; director McGregor-Barnwell Fence 
Co., Morton Baking Co. Member Detroit and Michigan Bar Associa- 
tions. Republican. Presbyterian. Clubs : Detroit Golf, Fellowcraft. 
Recreations : Golf and outdoor sports. Office : 65-67 Home Bank Bldg. 
Residence: 186 Theodore St. 

McGregor, Robert B., railway agent; born, Canada, Apr. 6, 
1848; son of Alexander and Rebecca (Brown) McGregor; educated in 
public schools of Komoka, Ont. ; H. M. Military School, Toronto, grad- 



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uating, 1865; London Commercial College, London, graduating, 1867; 
married at St. Joseph, Mo., Sept. 16, 1873, Annie R. Ransom. Taught 
school in Andrew Co., Mo., 1868; was cashier Missouri Valley R. R. 
Co., 1869, and North Missouri R. R. Co., 1870; agent St. Joseph & 
Denver R. R. Co., 1871-77; in carriage and grain business, 1878-83; has 
been agent Empire Line since Oct. i, 1883. Veteran of Fenian Raid, 
June, 1866; promoted to captain and holds medal for services. Pres- 
byterian. Mason. Office: 519-520 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 421 
Second Av. 

McGregor, Tracy W., superintendent McGregor Mission ; born, 
Berlin Heights, O., Apr. 14, 1869; son of Thomas and Elizabeth (Taitt 
McGregor; educated in Toledo public schools, graduating from high 
school, 1886, and Oberlin College; married, Nov. 20, 1901, Katherine, 
daughter of David Whitney. Lived in Toledo until 21 years of age; 
came to Detroit, 1891, as superintendent of the McGregor Mission 
(founded by his father, 1890), and has since continued in that position. 
(The mission is a wayfarer's lodge, for destitute men, and aims to 
provide them with temporary employment and also to maintain a work- 
ing man's hotel for such men as find employment and wish to reside 
under the restraining influences of the home ; the mission has accommo- 
dations for 425 men and is three-fourths self-supporting). Treasurer 
Provident Loan Society; secretary Whitney Realty Co. Republican. 
Congregationalist. Office: 239 Brush St. Residence: 412 Pasadena 
Apartments. 

McGregor, William Henry; born, Detroit, Aug. 16, 1861 ; son of 
Alexander and Margaret (Clark) McGregor; educated in public schools 
of Detroit and Detroit College of Law ; unmarried. Pharmacist and 
superintendent of manufacturing, Parke, Davis & Co., 1880-99; president 
National Twist Drill and Tool Co., since 1903. Ex-member Detroit 
Board of Education (president, 1898). Republican. Member Masonic 
order, Knights of Pythias, B. P. O. E., Harmonic Society, G. A. R. 
Club: Michigan Yacht. Recreation: Travel. Office: Brush and Grand 
Blvd. Residence: 221 Forest Av. 

McGUGIN, Dan E., lawyer; born, Tingley, la., Aug. 29, 1879; son 
of Benjamin Franklin and Melissa (Critchfield) McGugin; attended 
Tingley High School, 1893-95 ; graduate Drake University, Des Moines, 
la., degree of Ph. B., 1901 ; University of Michigan, degree of LL. B., 
1904; married at Nashville, Tenn., Dec. 6, 1905, Virginia L. Fite. Has 
been engaged in practice in Detroit since Aug. i, 1904; member law 
firm of Huston & McGugin. Also president Merchants' Credit Report 
Co.; secretary Wrock & Watson Agency, general insurance. Member 
Detroit Bar Association, Corinthian Lodge F. & A. M., M. W. A., 
Order of Maccabees, Delta Upsilon. Club: Peninsular. Recreations: 
Outdoor sports (coach Vanderbilt University football team, two months 
each autumn). Office: 41 Buhl Blk. Residence: 210 John R St. 



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McHUGH, Philip A., lawyer; born in Essex Co., Ont., Can., July 
12, 1879; son of Philip and Jane (Goodwin) McHugh ; came to Detroit 
with parents, 1884; educated in public schools of Detroit, St. Peter and 
St. Paul's parochial school and Detroit College of Law, graduating, 
LL, B., June 11, 1904; unmarried. Associated in practice in Detroit 
with George F. Monaghan, June, 1904-January, 1907; in partnership 
with Charles P. O'Neil since Jan. i, 1907. Republican. Roman Cath- 
olic. Member Detroit and Michigan State Bar associations, Detroit 
College of Alumni Association, Cooley Chapter of Theta Lambda Phi. 
Member Knights of Columbus, Knights of Equity, Young Men's Insti- 
tute, Catholic Mutual Benefit Association, Ancient Order of Hibernians, 
Catholic Knights and Ladies of America, Catholic Order of Foresters. 
Clubs: Harmonie Society, Detroit Yacht, Cathedral, Detroit Light In- 
fantry. Recreations: Horseback riding, boating and outdoor sports. 
Office: 705-707 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 556 Jefferson Av. 

McINTOSH, James Berkeley, general manager Clough & Warren 
Co.; born in Brant Co., Can.; son of George B. and Mary A. (Mc- 
Williams) Mcintosh ; educated in public schools of Brantford, Can., and 
at collegiate institute; married at Flint, Mich., 1883, Miss Ada M. 
Perry. Began active career in employ of William McD. Edwards, 
wholesale and retail grocer and commission merchant, Flint, Mich., 
continuing, 1879-80; was connected for three years with D. B. Lyon 
Co., dry goods, and was with Smith, Bridgman & Co., eleven years; 
organizer and manager American Collection and Reporting Agency, 
Owosso, Mich., and also engaged as piano dealer; became traveling 
representative, Apr. i, 1900, and since June, 1905, has been general man- 
ager Clough & Warren Co., manufacturers of pianos and organs. Sec- 
retary and treasurer of The Courville Player Piano Co. Democrat. 
Member National Manufacturers' Association, National Piano Dealers' 
Association, National Piano Travelers' Association. Mason, Knight 
Templar. Club: Fellowcraft. Recreations: Social diversions. Office: 
213 Woodward Av. Residence: 720 Cass Av. 

McINTOSH, William Seymour. Came to Detroit, 1879; engaged 
in various lines of mercantile business until 1898, when he assisted 
in organization of Mcintosh, Crane & Co., wholesale dealers in candy, 
of which is secretary and treasurer. Member Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Office: 54 Woodward Av. Residence: 262 Fort St. 

McKAY, James Beresford, real estate ; born in County of London- 
derry, North of Ireland, June 9, 1848; son of James and Mary (Mc- 
Clellan) McKay; educated in public and private seminaries in Ireland; 
married, Londonderry, Apr. 28, 1876, Maude Wilson. Came to Detroit, 
1868; began active career as bookkeeper for Stephens, Smith & Co., 
later becoming connected with the real estate business ; has been deal- 
ing in real estate since 1882. Director Dime Savings Bank. Was mem- 
ber Detroit Board of Estimates, 1888-1904 (twice president of the 
board). Member Detroit Real Estate Board (president, 1906). Re- 



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publican. Presbyterian. Member Masonic order (Scottish Rite). Club: 
Old Club of St. Clair Flats. Recreations : Hunting and fishing. Office : 
318 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 33 Canfield Av., W. 

McKEAN, George Edwin, physician; born, Mt. Hope, O., Feb. 21, 
1868; son of Dr. William and Rachel (Slutz) McKean ; educated in 
public schools ; Mt. Union College, O. ; graduate Normal University, 
Ada, O., 1886; M. D., Medical Department, University of Michigan, 
1894; post-graduate work in Chicago, New York, London and Edin- 
burgh; married at Ann Arbor, Mich., July 5, 1894, Lucy Moore. Began 
practice at Granger, O., 1894; has been located in Detroit since 1897. Re- 
publican. Congregationalist. Member American Medical Association, 
Michigan State and Wayne County Medical societies. Recreation : Au- 
tomobile. Office: 310 Washington Arcade. Residence: 277 Avery Av. 

McKECHNIE, Clarence C; born, Middletown, O., July 13, 1870; 
son of William E. and Louise M. (Kemp) McKechnie ; educated in 
public schools ; married at Toledo, O., 1901, M. P. Coakley. Began 
in coal business, 1895 ; entered wholesale coal and coke business for self, 
1900; came to Detroit, 1901, where he has since maintained head- 
quarters. Recreations: Automobiling and photography. Office: Trussed 
Concrete Bldg. Residence : 363 Cass Av. 

McKERCHEY, John Malcolm, vessel owner; born, Detroit, Dec. 
25, 1870; son of John and Barbara (Clark) McKerchey ; educated in 
public schools of Detroit; married, Detroit, June 5, 1895, Eva J. Miller. 
Began active career as newsboy and telegraph messenger, 1885 ; learned 
plumbing and steamfitting trade and engaged in it for sixteen years; 
engaged in sale of builders' and pavers' supplies, 1903-May, 1907, dis- 
posing of his interest on latter date and has since devoted his attention 
to lake vessels of which he is owner. Republican. Presbyterian. 
Member Masonic order, Knights Templar. Recreation : Fishing and 
automobiling. Office: 38-40 McGraw Bldg. Residence: 45 Maybury 
Grand Av. 

McKIBBIN, John, retired banker; born, Pittsburg, Pa., Sept. 8, 
1836; son of Alexander and Mary (Graham) McKibbin; educated in pri- 
vate schools, by private tutors, by travel and by special courses of 
study in languages; married at Grand Rapids, Mich., Oct. 15, 1875, 
Jeanie Wood. Boyhood days spent in Detroit. Engaged in private 
banking, at Kalamazoo, Mich., for twenty years, and lived abroad for 
twenty years; in Detroit since 1899. Member Municipal Art Commis- 
sion, trustee Museum of Art. Republican. Episcopalian. Recreation : 
Study of art (art connoisseur). Residence: 460 Jefferson Av. 

MACKLEM, Stephen B.; born, Hamilton, Ont., Aug. 22, 1856; son 
of John and Margaret (Blaine) Macklem ; educated in public schools 
of Lexington, Mich., and Hamilton (Ont.) Business University, grad- 
uating, 1877; married at Waterford, Ont., 1877, Ella Tressa Pursel. 
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1878-79; sold out, moved to Detroit and became connected with whole- 
sale dry goods house of J. K. Burnham & Co., Jan. i, 1884; organized 
firm of S. B. Macklem & Co., dry goods, boots, shoes, groceries, etc., 
Fenton, Mich., selling out, 1889; returned to Detroit and entered real 
estate and insurance business with his brother, William E., as Macklem 
Bros., January, 1890; bought out his brother's interest 1900, and has 
since conducted the business in his own name. Republican. Mayor 
of Fenton, 1889-90. Methodist. Member Y. M. C. A. Member Masonic 
order (32°), Knights Templar (Recorder Damascus Commandery No. 
42, since 1897). Recreation: Traveling. Office: 418 Hammond Bldg. 
Residence : 685 Trumbull Av. 

MacLACHLAN, Daniel A., aurist and oculist; born, Aylmer, Ont., 
Can., Nov. 10, 1852; son of Archibald and Mary (Robertson) Mac- 
Lachlan; attended public schools of Aylmer; studied medicine under 
Dr. Clark, of Aylmer, and at University of Michigan, Medical De- 
partment, graduating, M. D., 1879; passed examinations at College 
of Physicians and Surgeons, Toronto, Can. Taught school, 1872-74; 
began practice of medicine at Pontiac, Mich., 1879, and later practiced 
at Holly, Mich. ; appointed to chair of theory and practice of medicine, 
University of Michigan, 1885 ; visited hospitals of London, Heidelberg, 
Vienna and Paris in 1889 and while in latter city received appointment 
to chair of eye, ear, nose and throat. University of Michigan ; visited 
hospitals of London and Edinburgh, studying operations on eye and 
ear and vocal organs, in 1892; resigned professorship in university, 
October, 1895, and has since practiced in Detroit. Member medical 
stafif of Grace Hospital ; associate editor Medical Counselor ; ex-member 
Michigan State Board of Health. Member American Ophthalmological, 
Otological and Laryngological Society (one of the founders), Michigan 
State Homeopathic Medical Society (president, 1895-97), American In- 
stitute of Homeopathy (first vice president, 1896), Detroit Homeo- 
pathic Practitioners' Society. Mason, Knight Templar, Shriner. Clubs: 
Fellowcraft, Wayne. Recreations: Golf, yachting. Office: 1301 Ma- 
jestic Bldg. Residence: 64 Watson St. 

McLAUGHLAN, Jay C; born, Cleveland, O., Mar. 12, 1874; son of 
William and Dora (Chandler) McLauchlan ; graduate Yale University, 
1898; married at Detroit, December, 1901, Edith Williams. Came to 
Detroit from Cleveland, 1898; was connected with F. A. Goodrich & 
Co., iron and steel, for six years ; has been district sales manager, with 
headquarters at Detroit, for Lackawanna Steel Co. and Pickands, Mather 
& Co., since 1905. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Recreation : 
Golf. Clubs : Detroit, Country, University, Racquet and Curling. 
Office: 714 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 211 Seminole Av. 

McLean, Angus, surgeon ; born, St. Clair, Mich., Apr. 4, 1863 ; son 
of Donald and Catherine (McDonald) McLean; attended public schools 
of St. Clair; graduate Ontario Collegiate Institute, 1880; M. D., Detroit 
College of Medicine, 1886; post-graduate course University of Edin- 



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burgh, 1895; married, Atlantic City, N. J., Apr. 9, 1907, Rebekah Scot- 
ten. Has practiced in Detroit since 1888; professor of anatomy, Detroit 
College of Medicine ; surgeon to Harper Hospital. President Michigan 
State Board of Health. Member Wayne County and Michigan State 
Medical societies, American Medical Association, Detroit Board of 
Commerce. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Automobile. Office: 57 Fort St. 
Residence : 88 Putnam Av. 

McLEAN, John, cigar manufacturer; born, Grimsby, Ont., Sept. 
20, 1847; son of Neil and Emily (Martindale) McLean; educated in 
public schools of Grimsby, 1853-60; married at Detroit, Sept. 25, 1878, 
Sarah A. Patton. Began active career in foundry of Palmer & Grant, 
Grimsby, and was working there in 1861 at the outbreak of the Civil 
War; served apprenticeship at blacksmithing under John D. Lauler, 
Strathroy, Ont., March, 1863-March, 1867; removed to Ann Arbor, 
Mich,, and was member of firm of Handy, Wunster & McLean, car- 
riage makers. May 27, 1867-Nov. i, 1875; operated saw mill at White 
Feather, Mich., 1876; established and managed cigar factory at Bay 
City, Mich., 1877; removed to Detroit, January, 1878, and continued in 
manufacture of cigars ; associated with William Foxen and incorporated 
the Detroit Cigar Manufacturing Co., Feb. 4, 1880, which is still in 
operation and of which is secretary and treasurer. Also president Brown 
Pharmacy Co. Democrat. Member Masonic order (32°), Shrine, Loyal 
Guard, Ben Hur, United Commercial Travelers. Office : 50 E. Congress 
St. Residence: 1560 Woodward Av. 

McLEISH, Robert, wholesale grocer; born. Gait, Can., Jan. 15, 
1849; son of William and Mary McLeish; educated in public schools 
of Canada; came to Detroit, 1872, and married, same year. Miss Jane 
McBean, Has been connected with grocery business in Detroit since 
1873; began in employ of John Stevens & Sons, then with Beatty, 
Fitzsimmons & Co. ; assisted in organizing wholesale firm of Taylor, 
McLeish & Co., 1899, of which he is a partner. Methodist. Office: 
98 Jefferson Av. Residence : 434 Putnam St. 

McLENNAN, William N., lumber; born. Port Rowan, Ont., Apr. 
29, 1865; son of John and Marian A. (Hornby) McLennan; educated 
in public schools of Bay City, Mich. ; married at Tonawanda, N. Y., 
1894, Helen A. Ayrault. Came to Bay City, with parents, 1868; asso- 
ciated with his father under firm name of John McLennan, in lumber 
business, 1887-97 ; entered lumber business in Bay City for himself, 
1897, the house still in existence ; became secretary, treasurer and man- 
ager City Lumber Company, Detroit, 1905, and has made his home 
in Detroit since May, 1906. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Served eleven years as member Michigan National Guard, first lieu- 
tenant Co. C, Third Regiment, and quartermaster of the regiment. Re- 
publican. Episcopalian. Mason (32°), Shriner. Recreation: Boating. 
Office: Corner Congress and ist Av. Residence: 195 Ferry Av., E. 



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McLEOD, Alexander I., president Maxwell-Briscoe-McLeod Co.; 
born, Providence, R. I., Aug. 2, 1852 ; son of Alexander and Janet 
(Reid) McLeod; educated in public schools of Detroit until 18 years 
of age; married at New York City, 1876, Frances A. Millington. Fol- 
lowed the lakes for a while after leaving school and later returned to 
Detroit and engaged in newspaper work ; was clerk of recorder's court, 
1873-77; associated with others and incorporated a stock company for 
manufacture of wood chemicals, serving as assistant superintendent of 
the company for one year; engaged in steamboat business for three 
years; again in newspaper work in Detroit, 1882-89; private secretary 
to Mayor Pingree, 1890-95; treasurer Wayne County, 1895-99 (two 
terms) ; engaged in manufacture of ladies' wear until 1905 ; has been 
president and general manager Maxwell-Briscoe-McLeod Co., since 
1905, supervisors of agencies for the Maxwell Cars, sales agents for The 
Mitchell and Columbus Electric Automobiles. Also secretary and treas- 
urer Ontonagon Silver Land Co. ; director Central Savings Bank ; presi- 
dent District Reduction Co. Mason (32°), Knight Templar, Shriner; 
member L O. O. F., Knights of Pythias. Clubs: Harmonic Society, Fel- 
lowcraft, Detroit Yacht. Recreation : Yachting. Office : 243-245 Jef- 
ferson Av. Residence: 440 E. Grand Blvd. 

McLEOD, John James, secretary Standart Bros., Ltd., wholesale 
hardware; born, Baddeck, N. S., Sept. 15, 1852; son of Luther Martin 
and Johanna (McLeod) McLeod; educated in public schools and county 
academy of Baddeck and at Meyhew Business College, Detroit, grad- 
uating, December, 1873; married at St. Joseph, Mich., 1881, Emma A. 
Langley. Began active career as bookkeeper Standart Bros., 1874, 
was admitted to partnership, 1891, and has been director and secretary 
of the company since its incorporation, 1902. Member Board of Com- 
merce, Detroit Wholesalers' Association, Detroit Credit Men's Associa- 
tion. Republican. Methodist. Member Masonic order. National Union. 
Club : Commercial. Recreations : Automobiling and other outdoor 
sports. Office: 155-169 W. Woodbridge St. Residence: 34 Lawrence 
A\ enue. 

MacMILLAN, James Alexander, physician ; born, Strathroy, Ont., 
Can., Apr. 15, 1863; son of James and Margaret (Bentley) MacMillan; 
educated in Strathroy public and high schools; Toronto Normal school; 
Toronto University, degree of B. A., 1887, M. B., 1893; post-graduate 
study in hospitals of London, Eng. ; married at Detroit, 1897, Annie 
Romlyn Buttrick. Began practice in Detroit, 1893; professor clinical 
proctology and adjunct professor therapeutics, Detroit College of Medi- 
cine; clinical proctologist to Harper Hospital, and department of rectal 
surgery, German Polyclinic, Detroit. Member American Medical As- 
sociation, American Proctological Society, Michigan Academy of 
Sciences. Presbyterian. Mason (32°), Knight Templar, Shriner. Office: 
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McMillan, Phllip H., lawyer; born in Detroit; son of the late 
Senator James and Mary L. (Wetmore) McMillan ; graduate Yale Uni- 
versity, Classical and Law departments, 1895. Member law firm of 
Angell, Boynton, McMillan & Bodman since 1895 ; has devoted his at- 
tention mainly as executor to management of family estate since death 
of his brother, William C. McMillan, February, 1907. President Detroit 
& Cleveland Navigation Co., Detroit Seamless Tube Co., Michigan 
Malleable Iron Co. ; vice president and treasurer Detroit & Buffalo 
Steamboat Co. ; director Detroit Savings Bank, First National Bank, 
Detroit R. R. Elevator Co., The Detroit Hotel Co., Monarch Steel 
Castings Co., Packard Motor Car Co. Trustee Grace Hospital Bldg. 
Office : 804 Union Trust Bldg. Residence : 828 Jefferson Av. 

McNIEL, Daniel T. ; born, Logansport, Ind., Dec. 7, 1847; son of 
Daniel and Penina (Stumbaugh) McNiel ; educated in public schools 
of Indiana; married at Kokomo, Ind., 1880, Miss Sarah Pickett. Began 
active career as clerk in general freight office of the Indianapolis, Peru 
& Chicago R. R., Indianapolis ; next engaged in hardware business in 
Kokomo, Ind., continuing for ten years ; was traveling salesman for the 
Reeves Pulley Co., becoming vice president of the company, 1897 ; 
removed to Detroit, 1904, and in November, 1905, completed organ- 
ization of the Detroit Steel Pulley Co., manufacturers of steel belt 
pulleys, of which has been president and manager since time of organiza- 
tion. Also vice president Reeves Pulley Co., of Columbus, Ind. Re- 
publican. Presbyterian. Club : Detroit Golf. Recreations : Golf and 
fishing. Office: 1215-1219 Bellevue Av. Residence: 20 Alfred St. 

McPHERSON, Alexander, banker; born, Daviat, Scotland, June 7, 
1836; son of William and Elizabeth (Riddle) McPherson; came to 
America 1836; educated in village schools of Howell, Mich., and at 
Cochran Business College, Detroit, graduating, 1857; married, Green- 
ville, Mich., Sept. 4, i860, Julia C. Ellsworth. Was engaged in mer- 
cantile business with Geo. W. Lee, L. F. Crosman and H. H. Mills, 
Howell, 1859-63 ; organized firm of Alexander McPherson & Co., bank- 
ers, Howell, June, 1865, of which he is still a member; was offered 
and accepted presidency of the Old Detroit National Bank, 1891, and 
since that time has made his home in Detroit. Also president Detroit 
Trust Co. ; vice president Buhl Malleable Co. ; director National Can 
Co., The State Bank of Fowlerville. Member Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Presbyterian. Clubs: Detroit, Old Club of St. Clair Flats. 
Office: Old Detroit National Bank. Residence: 761 Cass Av. 

MACPHERSON, Frank Herbert, public accountant; born, Sharon, 
Ont., Can., Sept. 2, 1861 ; son of Crawford and Elizabeth (Terry) Mac- 
pherson ; educated in public schools of Ontario. Began active career 
in general store, 1872, continuing until 1875; in printing office, 1876-78; 
bookkeeper in general store at Brigden, Ont., 1879-82 ; publisher Beeton 
(Ont.) World, Canadian Bee Journal, Canadian Poultry Journal, 1883-92; 
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1897; head of F. H. Macpherson & Co., public accountants and auditors, 
since 1904. President Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario. 
Represented Institute of Ontario, chartered accountants at St. Louis 
Exposition ; frequent contributor of articles on accounting to technical 
magazines. President American Typograph Company ; director Essex 
County Loan and Savings Company. Clubs: Detroit, Windsor (Ont.) 
Club. Recreation: Automobiling. Office: 712-713 Union Trust Bldg. 
Residence: Alfred Apts. 

McVeigh, James A., physician; born, Covington, Ky., Apr. 12, 
1872; son of Peter and Mary (Sweeny) McVeigh; educated at St. 
Xavier's (Jesuit) College, Cincinnati, O. ; University of Notre Dame, 
Notre Dame, Ind., degree of A. B. ; Medical Department, University 
of Cincinnati, M. D., 1896; married at Detroit, Sept. 11, 1895, Frances 
Eleanor Byrne. Began practice in Cincinnati, Apr. 11, 1896; removed 
to Detroit, 1898. Member American Medical Association, American 
Proctologic Association, Michigan State Medical Society, Wayne County 
Medical Society. Liberal Democrat. Catholic. Member Knights of 
Columbus. Clubs: Country, Detroit Golf, Harmonic Society. Recrea- 
tions: Outdoor sports. Ofifice: 406-407 Fine Arts Bldg. Residence: 
24 Pallister Av. 

McVITTIE, Alexander; born, Duntocher, Scotland, May 16, 1842; 
son of Walter and Mary (Taylor) McVittie ; came w^ith parents to 
London, Can., 1852; early education in Glasgow; married at Detroit, 
1864, Irence C. Collier; again, 1867, Elizabeth McLeod. Began active 
career as clerk in hardware store ; learned carpenter's trade and located 
in Detroit, 1867; entered employ of Campbell, Owen & Co., continuing 
five years ; was elected secretary of the Detroit Dry Dock Co., upon 
its organization, 1872, and has been vice president and manager of the 
company since 1890; president Toledo Shipping Co. until 1905. Pro- 
hibitionist. Methodist. Mason. Recreation: Farming. Office: 607 
Stevens Bldg. Residence: 149 Canfield Av., W. 

MADAY, Albert, real estate and fire insurance ; born, Poland, Apr. 
7, 1864; son of Frank and Agnes (Siodmak) Maday ; educated in public 
schools of Wapno, Poland ; came to America, spring of 1882 ; married 
at Detroit, May 21, 1901, Addie Richards. Began at 18 years of age 
as laborer in coal mines of Pennsylvania ; at 20 was dining room waiter 
in Wyoming Valley Hotel, Wilkesbarre, Pa., and Wyoming House, 
Scranton ; then sewing machine agent for Eldridge Co., Chicago; next 
traveled and sold pictures and picture frames for self; engaged in pic- 
ture and frame business in Detroit and entered real estate and fire insur- 
ance; began buying real estate, 1890, and in 1907, became owner of three 
sections of heavily timbered land in British Columbia. Has traveled 
extensively in United States and Cuba. Member Detroit Board of 
Commerce, Detroit Real Estate Board. Member Michigan National 
Guard. 1900-01. Republican. Roman Catholic. Member Polish Sing- 



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ing Society, Harmonia. Recreations: Hunting, fishing and music. Ad- 
dress: 781 St. Aubin Av. 

MAEDEL, Arthur, commercial freight agent Chicago & Alton 
R. R. ; born, Benmiller, Ont., Oct. 23, 1873 ; son of Gottfried and Wil- 
helmina (Frank) Maedel ; educated in public schools of Canada and 
business university, Detroit ; married, Detroit, June 28, 1905, Katherine 
Gertrude Becker. Entered railway service, 1894, as billing clerk Mich- 
igan Central Ry., and w^as later rate clerk in commercial office and 
contracting freight agent, 1902; was contracting freight agent of the 
Chicago & Alton R. R., 1902-05, and has been commercial freight agent 
of the same road since June i, 1905. Republican in political affiliation. 
Protestant. Member Masonic order. Chapter. Club : Detroit Trans- 
portation. Recreation: Fishing. Office: 1302 Majestic Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 317 Frederick Av. 

MAGUIRE, Arthur David Patrick, lawyer; born, Hamilton, Ont., 
Can.; son of Patrick and Margaret (Walsh) Maguire; graduate Central 
School, Hamilton, and later attended high school there ; spent six years 
as student at St. Mary's (Jesuit) College, Montreal ; student for three 
years in Law Department, Catholic University, Washington, D. C, de- 
gree of LL. B., June, 1899; student one year, Detroit Law School, de- 
gree of LL. B., June, 1904; married at Brooklyn, N. Y., 1900, Irene Lydia 
Ufifreduzi. Was private secretary to Congressman Alfred Lucking and 
secretary Congressional Committee, First district of Michigan. Has en- 
gaged in practice in Detroit since June, 1904. Member Michigan State 
Bar Association, Detroit Bar Association. Democrat. Roman Catholic. 
Secretary New York Society of Detroit. Recreations: Hunting and 
fishing. Office: 904-905 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 229 Blodgett 
Terrace. 

MAGUIRE, Francis John Walsh, surgeon; born, Hamilton, Ont., 
Feb. 16, 1868; son of Patrick and Margaret (Walsh) Maguire; educated 
in public and private schools ; B. S., St. Lawrence College, Montreal, 
Can., 1888; M. D., Detroit College of Medicine, 1895; post-graduate 
studies in Vienna and Paris ; married at Detroit, June 16, 1897, Mignon 
Bosset. Was acting assistant surgeon, U. S. Marine hospital service, 
1895-97; has practiced in Detroit since 1897, specializing in surgery; 
attending surgeon St. Mary's Hospital ; chief surgeon Home Sanitarium, 
vEtna Life Insurance Co. ; president Detroit Garment Manufacturing Co. 
Democrat. Roman Catholic. Member American Medical Association, 
Michigan State and Wayne County Medical societies. Member Knights 
of Columbus, New York Society, of Detroit, Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Club : Fellowcraft. Recreations : Motor touring, traveling. Of- 
fice : 778 Jefferson Av. Residence : 776 Jefferson Av. 

MAHON, Thomas J., lawyer; born, Detroit, Mar. 19, 1873; son of 
Lawrence and Anna (Ryan) Mahon ; educated in parochial schools of 
Detroit; Detroit College, receiving degrees of A. B. and A. M., 1892; 
Law Department, University of Michigan, degree of LL. B., 1896; un- 



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married. Has engaged in civil and criminal practice of law in Detroit 
since 1897. Member Detroit Bar Association. Republican. Roman Cath- 
olic. Recreations: Boating, fishing and baseball. Office: 512 Hammond 
Bldg. Residence : 20 National Av. 

MAIN, James Porteus, railway official ; born, Portland, Me., Dec. 
25, 1869; son of John and Mary Jane (Whitely) Main; married at De- 
troit, 1900, Anna Belle Richardson. Began active career in office of 
James H. Muir, treasurer of the Grand Trunk R. R., at Detroit, 1885; 
was transferred to transportation department of the road, 1886; became 
chief clerk to superintendent and superintendent of telegraph in March, 
1894, continuing until 1904; superintendent and traffic manager Detroit, 
Toledo & Shore Line R. R., since Apr. 30, 1904. Republican. Presbyte- 
rian; superintendent Westminster Presbyterian Sunday School. Rec- 
reations: Church matters. Office: 513 Lightner Bldg. Residence: 98 
Brainard St. 

MALCOMSON, Alexander Y., president The Alexander Y. Mal- 
comson Coal Co. Office: 21 State St. Residence: 63 Boston Blvd. 

McLEOD, Malcolm J., state labor commissioner; born, Huron Co., 
Can., Jan. 22, 1868; son of John and Flora (McKinnon) McLeod; came 
to Michigan with parents in infancy ; educated in public schools of At- 
tica, Mich., and Sarnia, Ont., ; married at Sarnia, May 19, 1890, Christina 
Darvux. Began active career as clerk in grocery store ; was employed 
on construction of the St. Clair tunnel, 1888-1891 ; came to Detroit, 
1891, and was street car conductor until 1895; acted as business agent 
for street car employes, 1895-1900; was appointed deputy labor commis- 
sioner by Gov. Bliss, 1901, and state labor commissioner by Gov. War- 
ner, 1905. Republican. Roman Catholic. Was member state legislature, 
1899-1900; candidate for nomination for mayor of Detroit and received 
10,000 votes at primary election, but was defeated by Dr. J. H. Carstens. 
President National Association of Factory Inspectors, 1905. Member 
Detroit Board of Commerce, Knights of Pythias, Knights of Columbus. 
Office: Majestic Bldg. Residence: 225 Commonwealth Av. 

MANCHESTER, William C, lawyer; born, Canfield, O., Dec. 25, 
1873; son of Hugh A. and Susan Rozanne (Squire) Manchester; took 
a six-year course in Northeastern Ohio Normal College, Canfield, grad- 
uating, degree of A. B., 1894; graduate University of Michigan, Law De- 
partment, LL. B., 1896; married at Bay City, Mich., Dec. 2.y, 1898, Mar- 
garet Katherine MacGregor. Visited Pacific coast after leaving college 
and returned to Ohio, where he was with law firm of Hine & Clarke, 
Youngstown, until Jan. i, 1897, when he began practice in Detroit; mem- 
ber law firm of Manchester & Prentis, 1902-1907; is now practic- 
ing alone. Elected delegate to Constitutional Convention, State of Michi- 
gan, 1907. Member Detroit Bar Association, Michigan Bar Association. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican as to politics. Pres- 
byterian in church affiliation. Member Corinthian Lodge No. 241, F, & 



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A.M., Kappa Sigma. Recreation: Literature. Office: 66 Buhl Blk. 
Residence: 219 Vinewood Av. 

MANCOURT, Edward M., coal operator; born, Terre Haute, Ind., 
Aug, I, 1863; son of Constant W. and Sarah Jane (Scofield) Mancourt; 
educated at Kenyon College, Gambler, O. ; married at Sandusky, O., 
Dec. 22, 1886, Mattie Elizabeth Kenney. Began active career as em- 
ploye of the First National Bank, Sandusky; was proprietor Merchants' 
Bank, Sidney, Neb., 1883-91 ; treasurer and purchasing agent Columbus 
Hocking Coal and Iron Co., 1891-02, also Mancourt-Olmsted Coal Co., 
Columbus, 1899-02, and secretary J. A. Clark Coal and Coke Co., Fair- 
mount, W. Va., 1897-02; came to Detroit, 1902, and has since been West- 
ern manager Fairmount Coal Co., Consolidation Coal Co., and Somerset 
Coal Co. Director National Bank of Commerce and United States Sav- 
ings Bank. Member McKeen Cadets, Indiana State Militia, three years. 
Mason {32°), Knight Templar, Shriner. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Boat. 
Office: 1408-1410 Majestic Bldg. Residence: The Pasadena. 

MANDELL, Henry Addison, jurist; born, Detroit, Mar. 16, 1861 ; 
son of Addison and Mary F. (Chittenden) Mandell ; educated in public 
schools and University of Michigan, graduating, Ph. B., 1883 ; unmar- 
ried. Read law with Moore & Canfield and was admitted to the bar, 
1885 ; engaged in admiralty and general practice until 1891 ; served as 
assistant city attorney, 1891-92, and assistant prosecuting attorney, 1892- 
1901 ; appointed by Gov. Bliss in 1901 as judge of circuit court, to fill va- 
cancy ; was elected to fill vacancy, 1903, and in 1906 reelected for term of 
six years, term expiring, 191 1. Republican. Episcopalian. Member De- 
troit and Michigan Bar associations; Mason, Knight Templar (Detroit 
Commandery No. i). Clubs: Detroit, Yondotega, Country, Recrea- 
tion: Amateur photography. Office: County Bldg. Residence: 819 
Jefiferson Av. 

MANTON, Walter Porter, physician ; born. Providence, R. I., Aug. 
3, 1857; son of Walter Bartlett M. (ancestor one of founders of Rhode 
Island with Roger Williams, 1638) ; private education in United States 
and Germany, fitting for college, but poor health prevented academic 
course; graduate Harvard Medical School, 1881 ; three years post-grad- 
uate studies abroad ; since then in practice, Detroit ; married at Lake 
City, Minn., 1879, Cara M. Williamson. Formerly professor clinical 
gynecology and professor obstetrics, Detroit College of Medicine ; gyne- 
cologist to Harper Hospital, and to Eastern and Northern Michigan 
Asylums for Insane ; consulting gynecologist St. Joseph's Retreat ; pres- 
ident medical board. Woman's Hospital ; chairman honorary committee 
ofi Midwifery, Detroit Board of Health. Member American Medical 
Association, American Association Obstetricians and Gynecologists, 
Southern Surgeons and Gynecologists' Association, Michigan State 
Medical Society, Michigan Academy Sciences, Detroit Academy Medi- 
cine, American Gynecological Society, Wayne Co. Medical Society, 
Tri-State Medical Society, N. E. District Medical Society, etc. Clubs: 



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Detroit, Detroit Boat, Pere Marquette Fishing. Republican. Author; 
A Syllabus of Lectures on Human Embryology ; Helps to Natural His- 
tory Series (six manuals) ; Epitome of Obstetrics, 1903. Associate ed- 
itor, five years, Sajou's Annual Universal Medical Sciences; formerly 
editor The Microscope ; formerly editor Harper Hospital Bulletin. Wrote 
chapters in Jewett's Obstetrics, and Peterson's Obstetrics ; also more 
than 100 special articles. Recreations: Fishing and hunting. Office: 32 
Adams St. Residence : 45 Watson St. 

MANZELMANN, Charles; born, Prussia, Germany, Nov. 11, 1861 ; 
son of John and Mary Manzelmann ; came to Detroit, 1871 ; educated 
in parochial schools, Detroit; married at Detroit, Nov. 15, 1883, Miss 
Minnie Knack. Began learning broom making when a boy, in 1874, and 
has been engaged in the business in his own name since 1881. Vice 
president Mexican Republic Plantation Co. Member Michigan State 
Legislature, 1895-96; director Deaf and Dumb Institute, North Detroit. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Evangelical Luth- 
eran. Office: 741-749 Bellevue Av. Residence: 397 Sherman Av. 

MARCOTTE, John B. ; born, Detroit, Mar. 6, 1863 ; son of John L 
and Margaret (Gartland) Marcotte ; educated in public schools of De- 
troit ; unmarried. Began active career in employ of Swift & Dobbs, 
wholesale druggists, Detroit, continuing one year; then became con- 
nected with Frederick Stearns & Co., manufacturing chemists, and re- 
mained four years; was with Hammond, Standish & Co., meat packers, 
for five years ; became identified with The Edward Henkel Co., whole- 
sale grocers, 1887, and has been secretary, treasurer and manager of the 
company since 1895. Democrat. Catholic. Recreation: Fishing. Of- 
fice: 157 Randolph St. Residence: 339 3rd Av. 

MARKS, Joseph A., sporting goods ; born. Red Bank, N. J., Dec. 
24, 1858; son of William L. and Ann M. (Lufburrow) Marks; educated 
in public schools of Red Bank ; widower. Came to Detroit, 1879, and 
began active career as clerk for DuCharme, Fletcher & Co., hardware; 
was next connected with Limbauch & Weber, hardware, T. B. Rayl & 
Co., J. A. Marks & Co., and then with Hodson, Howard & Co.; firm 
became Hodson, Howard & Marks, and after death of Mr. Hodson, ac- 
quired full ownership as Joseph A. Marks & Co. Republican, Member 
Masonic order (32°), Knights Templar, Shrine; B. P. O. E. Recrea- 
tions : All outdoor sports. Office : 93 Woodward Av. Residence : 264 
Hancock Av., W. 

MARQUIS, Samuel Simpson, clergyman; born, Sharon, O., June 
8, 1866; son of John E. and Sarah P. Marquis; A. B. (with honors), Alle- 
gheny College, 1890; (Phi Beta Kappa) ; D. D., 1905; B. D., Cambridge 
Theological School, 1893 ; married at Warren, O., Aug. 23, 1894, Ger- 
trude Lee Snyder. Ordered deacon P. E. Church, 1891, ordained priest, 
1893 ; rector Trinity Church, Woburn, Mass., 1893-97, Trinity Church, 
Bridgewater, Mass., 1897-99, St. Joseph's Church, Detroit, 1899-1906; 



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rector St. Paul's Church and dean of St. Paul's Cathedral since May 15, 
1906. Member of Board of Commerce. Recreation: Summer home, St. 
Clair River. Residence : 49 Erskine St, 

MARR, Maurice R., fire insurance; born, Detroit, Dec. 27, i860; 
son of Maurice and Jane Grey (Diack) Marr; educated in public schools 
of Detroit, graduating from Detroit High School, June, 1880; married 
at Detroit, May 21, 1884, Phoebe E. Shelley. Upon graduating from 
school, became bookkeeper for James Lowrie & Sons, dry goods, De- 
troit, continuing with the firm, 1880-93 ! associated with George Taylor 
and bought out the Lowrie business, 1893, under firm name of Marr & 
Taylor, continuing until Feb. 26, 1901, when the store was destroyed by 
fire; reorganized and resumed business as Marr & Taylor Co., selling 
out, 1903; was connected with the New York Life Insurance Co. until 
May, 1905, and has since engaged in general fire insurance. Member 
Detroit Board of Education eight years, 1895-03. Republican. Member 
Church Disciples of Christ. Mason ; member Knights of Pythias, Mac- 
cabees. Ofiice : 828 Chamber of Commerce. Residence: 117 Harper Av. 

MARSH, Robert George; born, Detroit, Dec. 27, 1870; son of Rob- 
ert J. and Mary (Beniteau) Marsh; educated in public schools of De- 
troit to 1880, and at Detroit Jesuit College, 1882-85 ; married at Detroit, 
June 3, 1896, Margaret L. Madigan. Engaged in bottling business with 
his father after leaving school and was later in extract business ; has been 
proprietor of The George Marsh Co., manufacturers of soda fountains 
and billiard tables since 1885. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. In- 
dependent in politics. Catholic in religious affiliation. Member Knights 
of Columbus. Clubs : Detroit Motor Boat, Mervue. Recreations : Boat- 
ing, hunting and fishing. Office: 9-1 1 Farmer St. Residence: 315 Jef- 
ferson Av. 

MARSHALL, Arthur J., merchant; born, Detroit, July 5, 1858; 
educated in public schools. Was employed in various stores in Detroit, 
1872-85; engaged as brass founder and manufacturer, 1885-97; has dealt 
in hotel supplies, cutlers' goods, etc., since 1897. Republican. Member 
Detroit Board of Commerce, B. P. O. E., Harmonic Society. Clubs: 
Detroit Yacht, Credit Men's. Office: 168 Randolph St. Residence: 73 
Jay St. 

MARSHALL, Michael W. ; born, Ireland, Apr. 29, i860; son of 
Michael and Mary (Tynan) Marshall ; educated in National schools of 
Ireland ; came to America, 1881 ; married at London, Ont., Aug. 17, 1887, 
Elizabeth Marshall. Began active career in employ of Michigan Stove 
Works, learning moulding trade, and continued, 1881-89; entered life in- 
surance with Phoenix Mutual Insurance Co., of Hartford, Conn., 1889, 
became assistant manager for Michigan, and since 1891 has been gen- 
eral manager National Life Insurance Co., of Vermont, in state of Michi- 
gan. Member Co. 3, Montgomery Rifles, Michigan National Guard. 
Catholic. Member B. P. O. E., Knights of Columbus, A. O. H. Recrea- 



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tions: Fishing and baseball. Office: 503 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 391 
Bowen Av. 

MARTIN, William C. ; born, Jackson Co., O., Jan. 10, 1875; son of 
Henry and Mary (Crabtree) Martin; educated in public schools; mar- 
ried at Newark, O., Apr. 8, 1899, Estella Haynes. Lived on farm until 
1897; became connected as solicitor with Metropolitan Life Insurance 
Co., 1898, and was promoted to position of assistant superintendent at 
Toledo, O., where he remained for five years ; acted as superintendent 
at Calumet, Mich., two years, and has filled similar office in Detroit 
since 1905. Mason. Republican. Methodist. Office: 1423 Majestic Bldg. 
Residence : 501 Cadillac Av. 

MARTINDALE, Wales C, educator ; son ot George G. and Claris- 
sa (Howard) Martindale ; educated in public schools and Detroit High 
School, graduating, 1882; married, 1887, Clara Henderson. Was ap- 
pointed principal of schools Delray, 1885 ; removed to Detroit and served 
as principal of Clinton and Williams schools and Eastern High School ; 
has been superintendent of schools, Detroit, since 1897. Acted as chair- 
man of committee, appointed, 1896, to report upon changes in course of 
study, and was instrumental in readjusting schedule of special studies. 
Mason, Knight Templar, Shriner. Office : Board of Education Bldg. 
Residence : 1452 Grand River Av. 

MARTZ, Albert A., treasurer Detroit Brewing Co. ; born, Detroit, 
June 14, 1867; son of Michael and Appolonia Martz ; educated in public 
schools and Detroit Business University ; married at Detroit, Feb. 20, 
1900, Elizabeth Nagel. Has been identified since 1891 with the Detroit 
Brewing Co. (established, 1868, by his father), and has been treasurer 
of the company since 1897. Catholic. Clubs: Harmonie Society, De- 
troit Yacht, Rushmere. Recreations: Yachting and automobiling. Of- 
fice: 490 Orleans St. Residence: 165 Van Dyke Av. 

MARTZ, Charles A., secretary Detroit Brewing Co. ; born, Detroit, 
Mar. 24, 1864; son of Frank and Catherine Martz; educated in public 
schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, Aug. 12, 1896, Miss Lottie Dust. 
Began business career in office of Detroit Brewing Co., 1881 ; became 
stockholder and director of the company and has been secretary since 
1897. President Rands Manufacturing Co, Catholic. Member B. P. O. 
E. Recreation: Automobiling. Office: 490 Orleans St. Residence: 475 
E. Grand Blvd. 

MARTZ, George H., president Detroit Brewing Co. ; born, De- 
troit, Aug. 23, 1857; son of Michael and Appolonia Martz; educated in 
Detroit public schools and Detroit Business University; married at De- 
troit, 1897, Margaret Corbet. Has been connected with the Detroit 
Brewing Co. since the beginning of his business career, 1873 ; upon 
death of his father, 1897, succeeded him as president of the company. 
Recreations : Hunting and fishing. Office : 490 Orleans St. Residence : 
451 St. Aubin Av. 



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MARX, Jacob L. ; born, Detroit, Sept., 1859; son of Moses and 
Barbara (Weinstock) Marx ; educated in public schools of Detroit and 
Goldsmith's Business College; married, Detroit, 1889, Minnie Kopple. 
Began active career as dealer in hides, furs and pelts, continuing for five 
years; associated v^^ith his father, 1882, and established present business 
under title of B. Marx & Son. Republican. Member U. C. T. Clubs: 
Commercial, Phoenix. Recreation: Baseball. Office: 92-94 Jefferson 
Av. Residence: 157 Palmer Av. 

MARX, Moses; born, Germany, Nov. 12, 1829; son of David and 
Caroline (Heiman) Marx; came to America, 1854; widower. Was en- 
gaged for a number of years in the grocery business, but since 1882 has 
been senior member firm of B. Marx & Son, wholesale leather, etc. Of- 
fice : 92-94 Jefferson Av. Residence: 157 Palmer Av. 

MARXH AUSEN, August, editor and proprietor Abend-Post ; bom, 
Kassel, Germany, Apr. 2, 1833 ; son of August and Christine Marxhau- 
sen ; educated in schools of Germany and in school of life ; came to Amer- 
ica, 1852; married at Detroit, Oct. 10, 1857, Marie Ewers. Began ca- 
reer in newspaper work in Germany in 1845 > publisher of Abend-Post 
since 1853; delegate to Republican National Convention, 1900; member 
Board of Park Commissioners, City of Detroit, 1881-93. Lutheran. 
President Harmonic Society and member of nearly every German society 
in Detroit. Office : 60 Broadway St. Residence : 201 E. Adams Av. 

MASON, Robert Edmund, banking; born, Detroit, Sept. 30, 1868; 
son of Robert S. and Phcebe (Reilly) Mason; educated in public schools 
of Detroit; married at Detroit, Sept. 4, 1893, Nina A. Gould. Began 
active career as correspondent clerk First National Bank, 1886, con- 
tinuing until 1890; was receiving teller People's State Bank, 1890-92, 
paying teller, 1892-1906, and has been assistant cashier of the bank since 
Apr., 1906. Member Detroit Light Guard, 1889-99 (secretary, 1898). 
Republican (vice president Alger Republican Club, 1892). Episcopalian. 
Member Masonic order. Clubs: Bankers', North Channel Fishing and 
Shooting. Recreations : Fishing and shooting. Office : People's State 
Bank. Residence : 23 Blaine Av. 

MASON, Robert Shaw, vice president People's State Bank; born, 
Ireland, July 27, 1839; son of Edward and Fanny W. (Shaw) Mason; 
educated in public schools ; came to America, July, 1852 ; married at 
Brooklyn, N. Y., Jan. 17, 1865, Phoebe Reilly, who died, 1898; married 
again, Dec. 12, 1901, Mrs. Anna B. Wasey. Began in crockery business 
in employ of F. Wetmore & Co., 1855, continuing one year, when he re- 
signed his position to enter the Michigan Insurance Bank ; became con- 
nected with the First National Bank, Detroit, 1869, remaining until or- 
ganization of the State Savings Bank, 1883, of which he was cashier until 
elected vice president in 1906. Upon consolidation of the People's Sav- 
ings Bank with the State Savings Bank, under the name of the People's 
State Bank, was elected a vice president, Jan., 1907, which position he 



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still holds. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Golf. Recreations: Hunting, fish- 
ing, sailing, golf. Office: People's State Bank. Residence: 174 Canfield 
Avenue, W. 

MAU, Theodore C, manufacturer and dealer in furs ; born, Berlin, 
Germany, Mar. 5, 1847; son of John L. and Frieda (Helberg) Mau ; edu- 
cated in Realschule, Berlin; married at London, Eng., Feb. 18, 1880, 
Miss Agnes Sieber. Came to America, 1883, and spent four years in 
New York ; located in Detroit, 1887, and was connected with Henry A. 
Newland & Co., furriers, for twelve years ; has been in business in his 
own name since 1899. Republican. Member Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Member Harmonic Society, Loyal Guard. Recreations : Bowl- 
ing and billiards. Office: 269 Woodward Av. Residence: 931 St. An- 
toine St. 

MAXON, William Densmore, clergyman ; born, Schenectady, N. Y., 
Oct. 23, 1857; son of George G. and Ann Maria (Wood) Maxon ; at- 
tended public schools and Union Classical Institute, Schenectady ; B. A., 
Union College, Schenectady, 1878, A. M., 1886 (D. D., 1894) ; student at 
General Theological Seminary, New York City, and Berkeley Divinity 
School, Middletown, Conn.; married at Schenectady, Oct. 26, 1881, An- 
nie Cuyler Lush. Ordered deacon, P. E. Church, 1881, ordained priest, 
1882; missionary at Fonda, N. Y., 1881 ; assistant minister, St. George's 
Church, Schenectady, 1882; acting professor logic and rhetoric Union 
College, 1882; rector Grace Church, Waterford, N. Y., 1883-87, Trinity 
Church, Utica, N. Y., 1887-94, Calvary Church, Pittsburg, Pa., 1894-98, 
Christ Church, Detroit, since Jan. i, 1899. Member Sigma Phi, Phi Beta 
Kappa. Club : Country. Recreation : Golf. Residence : 408 Jefferson 
Avenue. 

MAY, James D., lawyer ; born, Detroit, Oct. 23, 1863 ; son of Thom- 
as and Eliza Margaret (Shannon) May; educated in public schools of 
Detroit, Detroit College, and Law Department, University of Michigan, 
degree of LL. B., 1887; married, Detroit, Apr. 30, 1895, Angle Monnier. 
Began practice in Detroit, Aug. 15, 1887, and practiced for nine years 
alone; was member firm of Hourns, May & Maloney for five years, 
and since 1901 has been senior member of firm of May & Dingeman. 
Also president Duncan Run Coal Mining Co. ; director Ohio and Michi- 
gan Coal Co. ; secretary Thos, Quellette Lumber Co. Democrat. Cath- 
olic. Recreation: Athletics. Office: 623-625 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 
79 N. Grand Blvd., E. 

MAY, Max; born, Darmstadt, Germany, Mar. 10, i860; son of Ger- 
son and Caroline (Joseph) May; came to America, 1872; was educated 
in Germany and in public schools of Iowa ; married at Trinidad, Colo., 
1890, Hattie Jaffa. Began active career at Des Moines, la., and was trav- 
eling salesman for M. Riegelman, becoming partner in the firm ; came 
to Detroit, 1896, and founded millinery and fancy goods business in his 
own name, of which he has since been the head. Member of Temple 



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Bethel. Mason. Office: 253-255 Woodward Av. Residence: 1 173 Brush 
Street. 

MAY, Samuel L., lawyer; born, Canada, Mar. 27, 1870; son of John 
W. and Isabella May; came to Detroit, 1889; educated in public schools 
and at Detroit College of Law; unmarried. Began practice at Detroit, 
May, 1891 ; member of firm of May & O'Brien, 1901 ; by addition of Hon. 
Edwin Denby the firm became May, Denby & O'Brien, 1903; Mr. 
O'Brien appointed marshal of U. S. court in China, Feb., 1907, and firm 
changed to May, Denby & Webster by admission of Arthur Webster, 
which still continues. Circuit court commissioner since Jan. i, 1901. 
Second vice president City and Suburban Homes Co. ; chairman board 
of directors Guarantee Trust and Loan Co., Ltd. Member Michigan 
Naval Brigade, on Board U. S. S. Yosemite, during Spanish-American 
War. Republican. Mason; member Maccabees, M. W. A., Amaranth 
Society. Clubs: Detroit Boat, Fellowcraft, Harmonic. Recreations: 
Outdoor sports. Office: 201 Moffat Blk. Residence: 2120 E. Grand 
Boulevard. 

MAY, Thomas, cartoonist; born, Detroit, June 30, i860; son of 
Thomas and Margaret E. (Shannon) May; educated in public schools 
of Detroit; married at Detroit, May 17, 1887, Maria L. Hollings. Be- 
gan active career as cartoonist on Detroit Evening News, 1886, continu- 
ing until 1892; on stafif of Detroit Journal since 1892. Member Knights 
of Columbus. Club: Robert Hopkin. Recreations: Baseball and fish- 
ing. Office: Detroit Journal. Residence: 381 Howard St. 

MAY, William; born. New York City, Aug. 22, 1853; son of Thom- 
as and Margaret (Shannon) May; came to Detroit with parents in in- 
fancy, 1854; educated in public schools and Mayhew's Business College, 
Detroit ; married, Detroit, 1878, Miss Helen Oakes (now deceased) ; 
2d, Detroit, 1887, Miss Kate Quinlivan. Learned printer's trade on old 
Detroit Tribune and followed same in newspaper offices until 1883 ; be- 
came identified with politics and continued in political life for eight 
years as deputy county clerk, Wayne Co., Mich., four years as county 
clerk, 1891-94; then entered the life insurance business and since 1895 
has been connected with the Bankers' Life Association of Des Moines, 
la., the past five years, as district manager, with headquarters in Detroit. 
Also president Day-Peoples Manufacturing Co. ; treasurer Ellis-Ford 
Manufacturing Co. Democrat. Catholic. Member Knights of Colum- 
bus. Club: Fellowcraft. Recreations: Travel and reading. Office: 
839 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 384 Howard St. 

MAYBURY, William Cotter, lawyer; born, Detroit, Nov. 21, 1848; 
son of Thomas and Margaret (Cotter) Maybury ; educated in public 
schools of Detroit and at University of Michigan, graduating, degree of 
M. A., 1870; unmarried. Began practice in Detroit, 1871 ; member law 
firm of Maybury, Lucking, Emmons & Helfman, established, 1897. City 
attorney, 1876-80; professor jurisprudence Michigan College of Medi- 
cine, 1881-82; member of Congress, First district, Michigan, 1883-87; 



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mayor of Detroit four and one-half terms (nine years), 1897-05; manag- 
ing director Standard Life and Accident Insurance Co. Democrat. Ma- 
son (33°), active member Supreme Council; Eminent Commander three 
years of Detroit Commandery No. i, Knights Templar; six years Com- 
mander-in-Chief of Michigan Sovereign Consistory ; made Chevalier Le- 
gion of Honor, France, July 25, 1901. Club: Detroit. Office: Moffat 
Blk. Residence: 322 West Grand Blvd. 

MAYWORM, Joseph, assistant postmaster, Detroit ; born, Detroit, 
Oct. II, 1851 ; son of Joseph M ay worm ; educated in public schools of 
Houghton, Mich., German-American Seminary, Detroit, and Bryant & 
Stratton Business College, Detroit; married at Houghton, Oct. i, 1874, 
Sophia J. Wieber. Began active career as secretary of Lake Superior 
Iron Works, Houghton, continuing, Sept. i, 1873-May i, 1883; secretary 
Riverside Iron Works, Detroit, May i, 1883-June i, 1896, making twen- 
ty-three years' service for same firm ; has been assistant postmaster of 
Detroit since Oct. i, 1897. Episcopalian. Mason. Office: Postoffice. 
Residence: 94 Eliot St. 

MEAD, James Edwin, physician; born, Boston, May 15, 1873; son 
of John and Maggie (Doyle) Mead; educated in Detroit public schools 
(Pitcher) ; Detroit High School; Detroit College of Medicine, degree of 
M. D., 1899; house surgeon for one year at Harper Hospital, Detroit; 
married at Detroit, Apr. 30, 1902, Nana R. Oliver. While practicing in 
Detroit, appointed acting assistant surgeon U. S. Army, 1901, and as- 
signed to service in the Philippine Islands; after ten months in the 
Philippines was appointed captain and assistant surgeon, U. S. V., on 
account of services performed in the field in rescuing a fellow officer by 
holding insurgents at bay. Returned to Detroit, 1903 ; first lieutenant 
and assistant surgeon Michigan National Guard. Member Association 
of Military Surgeons of the United States. Republican. Presbyterian. 
Recreations: Horseback riding, hunting and shooting. Office: 1214 
Majestic Bldg. Residence: 944 Glenwood Av. 

MEARS, Thomas, roofing and sheet metal works ; born, Amherst- 
burg, Ont., Can., Sept. 20, 1854; son of William and Eleanor (Mason) 
Mears; educated in public schools of Sandwich, Ont., 1862-69; married at 
Sandwich, Apr. 9, 1877, Eliza Lassaline. Began active career by learn- 
ing tinsmith trade, at Windsor, Ont., continuing, 1870-73; came to De- 
troit and was employed by John Leadley & Sons, galvanized iron cornice 
works, 1873-75 ; then entered employment of John B. Dyer, car refriger- 
ator and steamboat works, continuing, 1875-78 ; became connected with 
Leadley & Hutton, 1878, and has been a member of the firm since 1889, 
now known as Robert Hutton & Co., manufacturers of roofing and sheet 
metal. Republican. Episcopalian. Clubs: Detroit Bowling, Social or- 
der of Moose. Recreations: Bowling, hunting, fishing and yachting. 
Office: 112-116 Fort St., E. Residence: 425 Brainard St, 

MEDBURY, Charles Franklin; born, Foxboro, Mass., Aug. 6, 1866; 
son of Charles E. and Elizabeth (Butters) Medbury; educated in Fox- 



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boro public schools and at Brown University, graduating, degree of A. 
B., 1888; married at Lynn, Mass., Oct. 17, 1889, Mary Durfee. Began 
active career in employ of Thomson-Houston Electric Co., Jan. i, 1889; 
at Lynn, Mass., and Boston, until 1890; manager Montreal office Cana- 
dian General Electric Co. from 1890-3; with Westinghouse Electric 
Manufacturing Co. at Ottawa, 1893-6; manager (for short time busi- 
ness manager) of Electrical World, New York, has been manager at 
Detroit since Nov., 1897. Member Detroit Engineering Society, Delta 
Phi. Mason. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit 
Golf. Office : 27-29 Woodward Av. Residence : 36 Delaware Av. 

MEDDAUGH, Martin Van Buren, physician and surgeon ; born, 
Lexington, Mich., July 28, 1856; son of John W. and Mary (Thilbodeau) 
Meddaugh ; educated in public schools of Michigan and Indiana ; gradu- 
ate Valparaiso University, Teachers' and Scientific Courses, 1880; M. 
D., Michigan College of Medicine and Surgery, 1892; post-graduate 
courses at Chicago every year since 1900; married at Detroit, 1896, Alice 
E. Wilbur. Editor School Journal, Chicago, 1880-85 '■> superintendent 
schools, Huron Co., Mich., 1885-89; taught school for several years in 
various places in Indiana and Michigan ; has practiced medicine and 
surgery in Detroit since 1892; professor of physiology and assistant 
gynecologist, Michigan College of Physicians and Surgeons, 1892-1900. 
Theosophist. Member American Medical Association, Michigan State 
and Wayne County Medical societies, the Northern Tri-State Medical 
Society. Mason (Chapter) ; Odd Fellow ; member Knights of Macca- 
bees. Recreations: Outdoor diversions. Office: 702 Washington Ar- 
cade. Residence : 357 Warren Av., W. 

MENZIES, Henry Donald, president Menzies Shoe Co. ; born. Ar- 
mada, Mich., Apr. 26, 1866; son of James and Allison (Macauley) Men- 
zies ; educated in public schools of Amherstberg, Ont. ; unmarried. Be- 
gan business career at Amherstberg as clerk for Stephen Johnson, gro- 
cer, and later filled similar position under J. D. Burke ; came to Detroit 
and entered employ of John Blessed & Sons, grocers ; later became con- 
nected with Robinson, Burtenshaw & Co., shoe manufacturers, and Rob- 
inson & Co., in same line ; in 1893 assisted in organizing C. E. Smith & 
Co., shoe manufacturers, and was member of the company and one of 
the board of directors ; next became senior member of the firm of Men- 
zies & Crawford, which bought out the McAlpine Shoe Co. of Highland 
Park, Mich.; after death of Mr. Crawford, in 1901, organized the Men- 
zies Shoe Co., and has since continued at the head of the company. Also 
member of firm of J. R. Menzies & Co., contractors and builders, Am- 
herstberg, Ont. Was sergeant Twenty-first Fusileers, Canadian Militia, 
for three years. Member Detroit Board of Commerce, Wholesalers' As- 
sociation of Detroit. Republican. Presbyterian. Mason. Recreation : 
Motor boating. Office: 431-433 Gratiot A v. Residence: Tuller Hotel. 

MENZIES, James H. ; born, Caledonia, Mich,, Dec. i, 1850; son of 
James and Sarah (Burns) Menzies; educated in district schools of Michi- 



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gan; married at Detroit, Jan. 15, 1883, Bertha M. Koemling. Reared on 
farm; came to Detroit, 1867, and worked in general store two years; 
became connected with the Detroit and Cleveland Navigation Co., 1869, 
as checker on dock, and has continued consecutively as dock foreman, 
purser on steamer for twenty-two years, purchasing agent two years, 
and freight agent since Feb., 1902. Episcopalian. Club: Detroit Trans- 
portation. Recreation : Fishing. Office : Foot of Wayne St. Residence : 
54 Avery Av. 

MEREDITH, Howard G. ; born, Ontario, Can. ; married at Detroit, 
Miss Helen Newland. In railroad business until 1905, since which time 
he has been in charge at Detroit of the New York Coal Co., of which 
he is vice president. Clubs : Detroit, Yondotega, Country, Racquette ; 
Toronto Shooting (Toronto, Can.). Office: Burns Blk., 88-90 Griswold 
St. Residence : 650 Jefferson Av. 

MEREDITH, James S. ; born, Dundas, Can., Sept. 17, 1859; son of 
James S. and Jane (Notman) Meredith; educated in Hamilton (Ont.) 
High School ; married at New York City, Feb. 14, 1893, Katherine 
Cheever. Began active career in 1872 in employ of Donald, Mclnnes & 
Co., wholesalers of dry goods, Hamilton ; came to Detroit and became 
connected with Edson, Moore & Co., 1878 ; removed to New York City, 
1880, where he has since remained as Eastern resident buyer for the 
house, coming to Detroit several times each year; has been member of 
the firm since 1892. Independent Republican, Episcopalian. Clubs: 
Merchants' (New York City) ; Detroit Golf. Recreations : General out- 
door sports. Office : 200 Jefferson Av., Detroit. Residence : Cedarhurst, 
L. I., N. Y. 

MERRELL, Francis C; born, Rome, N. Y., July 16, 1881 ; son of 
Fred A. and Anna (Cady) Merrell; educated in Chicago Manual Train- 
ing School and at Armour Institute of Technology, Chicago. Began 
active career in employ of Allan B. Wrisley Co., soap manufacturers, 
Chicago, continuing for two years ; was for one year state agent of Michi- 
gan for North American Accident Insurance Co. of Chicago ; became as- 
sociated with Columbian National Life Insurance Co., and has been man- 
ager for the company, headquarters in Detroit, for East Michigan, since 
June, 1905. Clubs: Country, Elmhurst (Chicago). Recreations: Out- 
door sports. Office: 408 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: Country Club, 
Detroit. 

MERRIAM, Seward L., lawyer; born, Romeo, Mich., Mar. 18, 1862; 
son of Royal G. and Helen (Le Roy) Merriam; educated in public 
schools of Romeo and at University of Michigan ; married. Port Huron, 
Mich., 1888, Martha Anderson. Studied law and was admitted to the 
bar, 1886; practiced in Port Huron, 1886-99; removed to Detroit, 1899. 
Member Detroit Bar Association, Board of Commerce. Mason, Knight 
Templar. Office: 811 Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 28 Davenport St. 

MERTZ, William M., lawyer; born, Burnettsville, Ind., Jan. 15, 
1871 ; son of Daniel A. and Sarah (Sieber) Mertz; educated in public 



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schools of Biirnettsville, Mt. Morris (111.) College, graduating, 1890; 
University of Michigan, degree of Ph. B., 1896; Detroit College of Law, 
LL. B,, 1899; married at St. Louis, Mo., Apr. 21, 1906, Lois Atwood 
Ferguson. Reared on father's farm until 21 years of age; taught coun- 
try school and after graduating was instructor in history in Central 
High School, Detroit, for three years, studying law at night and at Uni- 
versity of Michigan Summer School ; has practiced law since Oct., 1899, 
also part of time, instructor in oratory, Detroit College of Law; member 
of law firm of Dalton & Mertz. Member Wayne County Bar Associa- 
tion. Independent Republican. Dunkard (German Baptist or Breth- 
ern) in church affiliation. Club: Fellowcraft. Recreation: Farming. 
Office: 72 Home Bank Bldg. Residence: Wellington Apts. 

MESSERICH, Edward J., manager Daily Volksblatt; born. Bit- 
burg, Rheinland, Germany, May, 1870; son of Nicolaus and Marguerite 
(Lentz) Messerich; graduate high school, Germany; came to America, 
1890; married at Detroit, Jan. 30, 1900, Emma Schmitz. Office manager 
general merchandise store, Kenosha, Wis., 1890-91 ; assistant secretary 
brewing company, Chicago, 1891-93 ; manager Daily Volksblatt, De- 
troit, since 1893. Was qualified as 2d lieutenant in German Army. Rec- 
reations: Hunting and fishing. Office: Congress, cor. Brush. Resi- 
dence: 127 Smith Av. 

METCALF, William Francis, surgeon ; born, Picton, Ont., Can., 
Dec. 27, 1863; son of Lawrence and Eliza (Thomson) Metcalf; edu- 
cated in public schools, Ont., Can. ; graduate Trenton High School ; 
Belleville Normal School for Teachers ; Medical Department, Univer- 
sity of Michigan, degree of M. D., 1888; married at Detroit, June 30, 
1897, Agnes Lovering. Teacher in public schools of Ontario, 1880-84; 
engaged in general practice of medicine at Detroit, 1888-96; practiced 
general surgery, 1896-99; work confined to surgery of the abdominal and 
pelvic organs since 1899; gynecologist Harper Hospital. Member De- 
troit Board of Commerce. Member American Medical Association, 
Michigan State Medical Society, Wayne County Medical Society, De- 
troit Academy of Medicine, Phi Rho Sigma. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit 
Country, Detroit Automobile, Caledon Mountain Trout Club. Recrea- 
tions: Automobiling and trout fishing. Office and residence: 636 
Woodward Av. 

METZGER, Joseph, manufacturer; born, Norwalk, O., May 6, 1870; 
son of Raymond and Barbara (Sattig) Metzger; educated in public 
schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, 1892, Emma E. Allor. Came to 
Detroit with parents, 1875 ; in 1895, became associated with Carl E. 
Schmidt & Co., tanners of the Schmidt calf leathers, as superintendent 
and manager; was admitted as partner of the firm, 1899, and still con- 
tinues. Republican. Member Harmonic Society. Clubs: Detroit 
Yacht, Detroit Automobile. Recreations: Automobiling and outdoor 
exercises. Office : 54 Macomb St. Residence : 322 Pennsylvania Av. 



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MEYERING, J. Ralph, real estate and investments; born, James- 
town, Mich., Mar. 15, 1882; son of Henry and Anna (Pickaart) Meyer- 
ing; educated in public schools of Jamestown and Grand Rapids (Mich.) 
High School and College, 1899-1903; unmarried. Began active career as 
clerk in State Savings Bank, Scottsville, Mich., serving as assistant cash- 
ier of the bank, 1899-03 ; took charge of credit department Lull Carriage 
Co., Kalamazoo, Mich., 1903, and continued until 1906, when he came to 
Detroit ; organized, with his brother John H., the real estate and invest- 
ment firm of J. H. & J. R. Meyering, which has been in operation since 
Feb. I, 1907. Member Detroit Real Estate Board. Republican. Con- 
gregationalist. Club : Fellowcraft. Recreations : Tennis and golf. Of- 
fice : 727-728-729 Chamber of Commerce BIdg. Residence : 86 Edmund 
Place. 

MEYERING, John H., real estate and investments; born, James- 
town, Mich., Sept. 26, 1880; son of Henry and Anna (Pickaart) Meyer- 
ing; educated in Jamestown public schools and at high school and col- 
lege. Grand Rapids, Mich., 1897-1901 ; married. Grand Rapids, Feb. i, 
1905, Joanna Ellen Maxwell. Began active career as clerk Grand Rapids 
& Indiana R. R., continuing, 1899-1902; then was assistant cashier Zee- 
land State Bank, Zeeland, Mich., 1902-06; was sales manager for Charles 
B. Hays, real estate operator, Kalamazoo, Mich. ; came to Detroit and 
associated with his brother, J. R. Meyering, Feb. i, 1907, under firm 
name of J. H. & J. R. Meyering, real estate and investments. Repub- 
lican. Congregationalist. Member Knights of Pythias. Club : Fel- 
lowcraft. Recreations : Tennis and golf. Office : 727-728-729 Cham- 
ber of Commerce Bldg. Residence: 1620 2d Av. 

MICKLER, Charles E., manager S. H. Knox & Co. 5 and 10 cent 
store; born, Collingwood, Can., Nov. 3, 1873; son of Charles and Cath- 
erine (McGuire) Mickler ; educated in public schools of Collingwood 
and college in Toronto; married at Buffalo, N. Y., 1891, Laura E. Will- 
gansz. Began active career in employ of J. N. Adams & Co., dry goods, 
Buffalo, continuing four years ; became associated with S. H. Knox & 
Co., 5 and 10 cent stores. United States and Canada, 1897, at Buffalo, 
and continued at Cincinnati, Indianapolis and Hamilton (O.) ; has been 
in charge of Detroit branch of the company since 1899. Republican 
as to politics. Catholic in religious views. Recreations : Outdoor ath- 
letic sports. Office: 195-199 Woodward Av. Residence: 30 Josephine 
Avenue. 

MILLER, Christopher C, physician ; born in Unadilla Co., N. Y., 
Apr. 19, 1846; son of John B. and Abigal A. (French) Miller; educated 
in district schools, Oxford Academy, N. Y., graduating, 1865, and at 
Hahnemann College, Philadelphia, M. D., 1868; married at Oxford, N. Y., 
Feb. 15, 1871, Ellen L. Stratton. Practiced in New York City, 1868-75: 
removed to Detroit, 1875 ; president board of trustees Detroit Homoeo- 
pathic College and member college faculty ; member staff Grace Hos- 
pital (ex-president) ; member Board of Health, City of Detroit, 1891-93 



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(president, 18^3). Republican. Congregationalist. Member American 
Institute of Homoeopathy (ex-vice president), Michigan State Homoeo- 
pathic Society. Address: 31 Winder St., Detroit. Summer residence: 
Maceday Lake, Mich. 

MILLER, Guy A., lawyer; born, Aurora, 111., Sept. 11, 1875; son of 
Robert and Mary (Lillie) Miller; graduate Houghton School, Detroit, 
June, 1890; Detroit High School, June, 1894; University of Michigan, 
Literary Department, A. B., 1898; Law Department, same university, 
LL. B., 1900. In office of Wells, Angell, Boynton & McMillan for about 
six months after leaving college; was in office of Bowen, Douglas & 
Whiting for a year and a half, then began for self in Mofifat Building, 
remaining about a year; was connected for a time with legal depart- 
ment Union Trust Co. ; associated with Alexander J. Groesbeck since 
fall of 1904. Member Detroit Bar Association. Republican. Repre- 
sentative State Legislature, 1907-08. Clubs: Detroit Golf, Detroit 
Wheelmen. Recreations: Golf, baseball, bowling, bridge-whist. Of- 
fice: 602 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 27 King Av. 

MILLER, Sherman Ralsey, manufacturer; born, Unadilla Center, 
N. Y., Jan. 24, 1852; son of John Bud and Abbey Ann (Finch) Miller; 
educated at Oxford Academy, N. Y. ; married at New Canaan, Conn., 
1877, Emma Estelle Flandreau, who died in 1902. Reared on farm ; 
came to Detroit at 17 and entered employ of D. M. Ferry & Co., 1879; 
became managing director of the Canadian business of the firm, with 
headquarters at Windsor, Ont. ; resigned position, 1899, on account of 
ill health, and has since devoted his attention mainly to the Royal Man- 
ufacturing Co. and the Imperial Silverware Co., Windsor, Ont., manu- 
facturers and jobbers of silverware, of which he has been proprietor 
since its organization, more than twenty years ago. Also vice president 
National Pin Co., American Harrow Co., Incandescent Light and Stove 
Co., of Cincinnati, O., Safety Gaslight Co., Chicago, 111. ; director D. M. 
Ferry & Co. Republican. Congregationalist. Mason. Clubs: Detroit, 
Detroit Athletic, Old Club, Caledon Mountain Trout Club ; Strollers' 
Club (New York). Recreations: Horses, shooting. Office: 85 Con- 
gress St., W. Residence : "The Pasadena." 

MILLER, Sidney Trowbridge, lawyer; born, Detroit, 1864; son of 
Sidney D. and Kate (Trowbridge) Miller; educated at Trinity College, 
Hartford, Conn., and Harvard Law School ; married at Hartford, 1889, 
Lucy T. Robinson. Has been engaged in practice at Detroit since 1887; 
member law firm of Miller, Smith, Alexander & Paddock, since 1902. 
Member Michigan Bar Association, Detroit Bar Association. Director 
Detroit Savings Bank, Wyandotte Savings Bank, Detroit Trust Co., 
United States Heater Co., Freeman, Delamater & Co. (wholesale hard- 
ware), Hecla Co. and other corporations. Member Detroit Library Com- 
mission, Detroit Gas Commission. President Detroit College of Medi- 
cine; member Society Colonial Wars, Sons of American Revolution; 
formerly ensign Michigan Naval Reserves. Democrat. Episcopalian. 



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Clubs: Detroit, Yondotega, Country, Racquet, Detroit Boat, Univer- 
sity; University (New York). Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 
1 124 Penobscot BIdg. Residence: 524 Jefiferson Av. 

MILLER, William A. C, Jr.; born, Detroit, July 25, 1881 ; son of 
William A. C. and Annette I. (McGowan) Miller; educated in Detroit 
High School, Detroit University School, and University of Michigan, 
class of 1904; married at Detroit, Jan. 8, 1908, Miss Ruby C. Boyer. 
Began business career with the W. A. C. Miller Lumber Co., 1902; be- 
came connected with Thomas Forman & Co., lumber manufacturers, fall 
of 1904; secretary, treasurer and general manager Holden, Miller & 
Murray Co., organized, Jan. i, 1906, dealers in lumber and interior fin- 
ish. Also director Thomas Forman & Co. Member Michigan and De- 
troit Retail Lumber Dealers' associations. Republican. Member Hoo 
Hoo, Delta Kappa Epsilon. Clubs: University, Country, Old Club. 
Recreations: Fishing and outdoor sports. Office: 1087 McKinley Av. 
Residence: 73 Rowena St. 

MILLER, William Howard; born in Hardin Co., O. ; son of John 
and Genova (Poe) Miller; educated in public schools and at Geneva 
(Ohio) College. Married at Bellefontaine, Ohio, Fannie Canby. Be- 
gan active career as traveling salesman for Fred Buhl & Co. Has been 
engaged in business for himself, in Detroit, since 1888 (Wm. H. Miller Co.). 
Director Detroit Salt Co., Detroit Stoker and Foundry Co. Republican. 
Congregationalist. Member Board of Commerce. Clubs : Detroit, Country, 
Detroit Boat, Automobile. Recreation : Traveling. Office : State and Row- 
land Sts. Residence: 961 Cass Av. 

MILLIS, Wade, lawyer; born, Wheatland, Mich., June 3, 1868; son 
of Walter and Jane Clark (Carlow) Millis; graduate Addison (Mich.) 
High School ; special work in Literary Department, University of Mich- 
igan; graduate Law Department, University of Michigan, degree of 
LL. B., 1898; married at Addison, Aug. 22, 1894, Beulah Bowen. Was 
superintendent public schools, in Michigan, 1887-96; engaged in prac- 
tice of law in Detroit since 1898. Director Commercial Securities Co., 
Detroit; secretary New Castle Light, Heat and Power Co., New Castle, 
Ind. Member Michigan Bar Association, Detroit Bar Association, Na- 
tional Geographic Society. Republican. Member Masonic order, De- 
troit Commandery No. i. Knights Templar; I. O. O. F. Clubs: Univer- 
sity, Detroit Golf. Recreation: Golf. Office: 812-814 Union Trust 
Bldg. Residence: 30 Haigh Av. 

MILLS, Merrill B., cigar manufacturer; born, Detroit, Oct. 12, 1854; 
son of Merrill I. and Cynthia A, (Barbour) Mills; educated in private 
schools of Detroit; Cheshire Military Academy, Conn.; Mayhew's Busi- 
ness College, Detroit; married at Saginaw, Mich., 1895, Lila Eddy. Be- 
gan active career as shipping clerk and timekeeper Michigan Stove Co., 
1872, later becoming traveling salesman and purchasing agent; resigned 
from his position, 1882, on account of death of his father and has since 



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devoted his attention largely to the management of the family estate. 
Founder and owner of Mills' Subdivisions (real estate, Detroit) ; presi- 
dent Banner Cigar Manufacturing Co., organized, June, 1888; treas- 
urer and director Michigan Stove Co. ; director Detroit Fire and Marine 
Insurance Co., Detroit Stove Co., Detroit Transit Ry. Co., etc. Hon- 
orary member Detroit Light Infantry. Independent Democrat. Clubs: 
Fellovvcraft, Detroit. Recreation : Yachting. Office : Banner Cigar Co., 
Detroit. Residence: Manhattan Club, New York City. 

MINER, Frank J., contracting electrical engineer; born, Detroit, 
Mar. 28, 1862; son of Captain John and Julia (Boucher) Miner (both 
parents descendants of pioneer settlers of Detroit) ; educated in Assump- 
tion College, Detroit public schools, Mayhew's College, graduating from 
the latter two, and had several years' private tuition in steam, hydraulic 
and electrical engineering ; also spent several winters in machine shops 
up to 1885 ; married at Detroit, Jan. 8, 1883, Celia De Guise. Engaged 
in sailing on the lakes, previous to 1881 ; was made captain, 1885, and 
continued as master until 1901 (for several years the youngest master 
on the Lakes). President of the Seidler-Miner Automobile Co.; mana- 
ger, secretary and treasurer of the Seidler-Miner Electric Co., estab- 
lished, 1891, incorporated, 1903, electrical contracting, manufacture of 
marine electric fixtures, ignition devices for gas engines, and maintain- 
ing wholesale and retail supply departments. Member Detroit Board of 
Commerce, Detroit Builders' Association (director), National Electrical 
Contractors' Association of the U. S. (director). Was charter member 
Detroit Lodge of Ship Masters. Member B. P. O. E., Knights of Co- 
lumbus, National Union. Clubs: Detroit Yacht, Edgemere, New Mer- 
vue, Detroit Motor Boat, Recreations : Yachting and club associations. 
Office: 207 Jefferson Av. Residence: 260 Holcomb Av. 

MINER, John, lawyer; born. New York City, Sept. 14, 1849; son 
of Edward and Mary (Curren) Miner; educated in public schools of De- 
troit; married, Detroit, Oct. 28, 1879, Josephine Cicotte. Studied law, 
was admitted to the bar before the Supreme Court of Michigan and has 
practiced in Detroit since 1877; now member of firm of Miner & Anhut; 
police justice of Detroit, 1878-90; member state legislature, 1891 ; mem- 
ber Detroit Board of Lighting Commissioners, 1897. Democrat. Mem- 
ber Detroit and Michigan State Bar associations. Recreations : Read- 
ing and the study of the science of government. Office: 313 Moffat 
Blk. Residence : 103 Erskine St. 

MITCHELL, Arthur Drury, hat manufacturer; born, London, Ont., 
Dec. 22, 1869; son of Andrew W. Mitchell (born in Temple, Me.) and 
Susan A. (Yates) Mitchell (born in East Douglas, Mass.) ; removed to 
Detroit with parents, 1870; educated in Detroit public schools until 1878, 
and later at Central School and London Collegiate Institute, London, 
Ont.; married at Chicago, Dec. 14, 1897, Via A. Irwin. Began career 
in the wholesale millinery business with Richard Macauley, 1888, con- 
tinuing with him until 1899; assisted in organizing the wholesale mil- 



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linen.- firm of Mitchell, Harris & Co., which later became the Mitchell. 
Moody. Garton Co., of which was president and general manager: sold 
out interest in millinen.- business. Tune. 1905. and has since devoted at- 
tention to the CrowTi Hat Manufacturing Co.. founded. 1902. of which 
is owmer and manager. Republican. Methodist Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Recreations : All kinds of athletic sports. Office : 9 Park 
PL: branch facton.-, cor. 4th St. and Lafayette Av. Residence: 120 
Seward Av. 

MITCHELL, Randall H.; bom. Scotland. Jan. 3. 1S76: son of 
Charles D. and Jane (^Hood) Mitchell : graduate Keptic School. Arbrath, 
Scotland: came to America. 1S02: married. Detroit. Mar.. 1901. Lucile 
May Tinany. Began active career upon arriving in the L'nited States 
in omce oi the Michigan Lubricator Co., and has been secretary- and di- 
rector of the company since 1903. Also president of the Smith-Bosser- 
dett Motor Co. Club : Westminster Tennis. Office : 661-673 Beaubien 
St. Residence: 24 Westminster A v.. Detroit. 

MITSHKUN. Mark, railway supplies: bom. Wilno. Russia, Sept. 
i;. iS=^ : sen of Kalman and Leah (Gordon) Mitshkun: moderately edu- 
cated in Russia : came to America and located in Detroit, Oct.. 1S71 ; 
married, Detroit, Sept. 15, 1S78, Sarah Jacobs. Began in a small way, 
in 1S72. bu%-ing and selling rails, locomotives and cars: finally made a 
specialty- of buj-ing and selling complete logging railroads to lumbermen 
and loggers in various parts of the L'nited States and Canada : now in- 
terested in manufacture of cars, switches, frogs, railroad crossings and 
general railway supplies. President M. Mitshkun Co.. Railway Equippcr 
Publishing Co. ; director Detroit Carbuilding and Equipment Co. Mem- 
ber Board of Commerce. Member Masonic order. Office : Isabella and 
E Sts. Residence: 7S7 Tnmibull Av. 

MIZNER, Henry R^ army officer; bom, Geneva. X. Y.. Aug. i. 
1827: appointed from Michigan (cixil life) captain iSth infantr\-. May 
14. 1S61. and Dec. 22, 1862, became colonel 14th Michigan Volunteer 
Infantn.- ; honorably mustered out of volunteer service, July 18, 1865 ; 
transferred to 36th Infantr>-. Sept. 21. 1866; major 20th Infantr\-. L'. S. 
A.. Feb. 22, 1869: transferred to 12th Infantry-, Mar, 15, 1869, to i8th In- 
fantry, May 14, 1867: lieutenant-colonel loth Infantry, Dec. 15, 1880; 
colonel 17th Infantry.-. Jan. 2, 1888: retired Aug. i, 1891 : advanced to 
rank of brigadier-general, by act of Apr. 2^. 1904. In Civil War was on 
recruiting duty until Sept., 1861 : mustering and disbursing officer, quar- 
termaster and commissary for State of Michigan, Sept.-Oct., 1861 : mus- 
tering and disbursing officer to Jan.. 1862. on recruiting dut\- to May, 
1862, after that in field with regiment. Breveted major U. S. A. for gal- 
lant and meritorious services at Stone River: lieutenant-colonel for At- 
lantic campaign and battle at Jonesboro, Ga. : brigadier-general, L'. S. \ .. 
at close of war; after war chiefly at frontier posts and in Indian cam- 
paigns until retired. Address: 61 Pitcher St. 



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MOELLER, Herman F., railway official; born, Saginaw, Mich., 
Jan. 17, 1866; son of Frederick J. and Fredericka Moeller; educated at 
Saginaw and Detroit; married at Saginaw, June 10, 1897, Marguerite 
Smith. Began active career as clerk in auditor's office Flint & Pere 
Marquette Rd., at Saginaw, and was traveling passenger agent of the 
road, 1889-93, district passenger agent, at Detroit, 1893-96, assistant gen- 
eral passenger agent, 1896-98, general passenger agent same road, 1898- 
1900; general passenger agent Saginaw district Pere Marquette R. R., 
Jan. i-May i, 1900; acting general passenger agent entire system, May- 
Oct., 1900, general passenger agent system since Oct., 1900. Office: 3d 
Av. and Fort St., W. Residence: 857 Cass Av. 

MOESSNER, Emil D., la\syer, manufacturer: bom, Newark, X. J., 
Jan. 20, 1878; son of George and Josephine (Boust) Moessner; educated 
in public schools of Plankington, S. Dak., and Saginaw, Mich. ; Detroit 
College of Law, graduating, LL. B., June 13, 1903 ; admitted to practice 
by Supreme Court of Michigan, June 14, 1903, and by U. S. Circuit 
Court, Detroit, June 16, 1903 ; married at Detroit, Sept. 12, 1906, Lillie 
P. Brownell. Began active career as clerk with J. M. Groat & Co., gro- 
cers, Standish, Mich., 1891 ; became clerk in dry goods and clothing 
house of A. H. Welles & Co., Standish, 1895 ; entered employ of the 
Briscoe Manufacturing Co., Detroit CEastern plant, Newark, N. J.), as 
private secretary to the president, Benjamin Briscoe, Mar. 18, 1902, 
bought stock and was elected secretan.-. May, 1903. and was elected as- 
sistant treasurer, Jan., 1906, company engaging in manufacture of Briscoe 
radiators, hoods, fenders, tanks, dashes and steering gears for automo- 
biles. Also director and treasurer Brush Runabout Co., and director, 
secretary and treasurer Eclipse Manufacturing Co. Independent in pol- 
itics. Congregationalist. Mason. Recreations : Fishing and baseball. 
Office: 14-13-1453 Woodward Av. Residence: 1193 W. Warren Av. 

MOLONEY, John E-, la\\yer; bom, Detroit, Oct. 3, 1868; son of 
William E. and Mary Gertrude (Fey) Maloney: educated in parochial 
schools, Detroit; Canisius Jesuit College, New York, 1882-87; Detroit 
College of Law, degree of LL. B., 1893 ; unmarried. Admitted to the 
bar, Dec. 7, 1892 ; in office of Brennan & Donnelly until 1893, and prac- 
ticed alone until 1895 ; formed partnership with Charles Flowers as 
Flowers & Moloney, 1895 ; firm has undergone several changes and has 
been Moloney & Bishop since 1904. Independent in politics. Member 
B. P. O. E., knights of Pythias. Club : Detroit Yacht. Recreation : 
Yachting. Office: 814-815 Hammond Bldg. 

MONAGHAN, George F., lawyer: son of Patrick and Margaret (Ki- 
ley) Monaghan ; educated at Holy Trinit\- parochial school ; Detroit Col- 
lege, 1887-94, graduating, degrees of B. A. and M. A. ; Detroit College 
of Law, LL. B., 1896; unmarried. Studied law in office of Hon. James 
H. Pound, 1897-1900, and was admitted to partnership as Pound & Mon- 
aghan, continuing until 1902 : has been member law firm of George F. 
&: Peter J, Monaghan (cousin), since 1906. General counsel Employers' 



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Association, Detroit, and of the National Founders' Association, and 
Builders' Association, Detroit. Member State Senate, 1898-01. Mem- 
ber Detroit Bar Association, Michigan State Bar Association, American 
Bar Association. Democrat. Catholic. Member Knights of Columbus, 
I. O. F., B. P. O. E. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Yacht, Detroit Golf, Rush- 
mere, Harmonic. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 312-317 Ma- 
jestic Bldg. Residence: 442 Brooklyn Av. 

MONAGHAN, Peter J., lawyer ; born, Detroit, Jan. 7, 1881 ; son of 
Peter J. and Hannah (Kiley) Monaghan; graduate Detroit College, de- 
gree of A.M., 1903; Detroit College of Law, LL. B., 1902; unmarried. 
Admitted to the bar, 1902, and has since engaged in practice ; member 
law firm of George F. & Peter J. Monaghan, since May, 1906. Democrat. 
Catholic. Member Knights of Columbus. Recreation : Baseball. Of- 
fice: 312-317 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 442 Brooklyn Av. 

MONROE, Charles E., lawyer; born, Kalamazoo Co., Mich., Sept. 
7, 1862; son of Almon V. and Phcebe H. (Hart) Monroe; graduate Plain- 
well (Mich.) High School and attended Kalamazoo Baptist College four 
years, leaving college in senior year on account of death of his father; 
studied law and was admitted to the bar in Kalamazoo Co., 1885, and to 
Supreme Court of Michigan two years later; married at Kalamazoo, 
Dec, 1885, Hattie Potter. Moved to Chicago, 1887, and practiced law 
there until 1891, when he located in Detroit and has since devoted at- 
tention almost wholly to real estate business. Recreation : Fishing. Of- 
fice: 417 Moffat Bldg. Residence: 181 Avery Av. 

MONTGOMERY, William F.; born, Burton, Mich., Aug. 22, 1861 ; 
son of William J. and Rachel Montgomery ; educated in country school 
and in public schools of Flint, Mich.; married at Ionia, Mich., June 15, 
1887, Eva M. Smith. Began active career as clerk in general store, Da- 
vison, Mich. ; was in employ of Smith, Bridgeman & Co., dry goods, 
Flint, and George Peck & Co., Detroit; became identified with the De- 
troit Copper and Brass Rolling Mills, Oct. 8, 1881, was secre- 
tary and assistant treasurer, 1900-06, and has been secretary and 
treasurer of the company since 1906; director and treasurer Dia- 
mond Manufacturing Co. Republican. Baptist. Member Masonic 
order (Palestine Lodge and King Cyrus Chapter). Club: Fellowcraft. 
Recreation : Fond of horses. Office : Detroit Copper and Brass Rolling 
Mills. Residence: Forest Av., W. 

MOODY, George T., first vice president Newcomb-Endicott Co. ; 
born, Detroit, Sept. 16, 1851 ; son of Robert and Elizabeth (Broadley) 
Moody; educated in Detroit public schools; married at Clintonville, 
Mich., Aug. 13, 1879, Alena C. Riker. Began business career as package 
boy with J. W. Farwell, dry goods, 1867, the business being acquired 
later by Newcomb, Endicott & Co., with which firm he continued; was 
admitted as member of firm, 1887, and upon incorporation, 1903, became 
first vice president. First vice president and director Board of Com- 



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merce; trustee Kalamazoo College, Kalamazoo, Mich. Republican. Bap- 
tist. Member Y. M. C. A. (former president and director). Clubs: De- 
troit (member board of governors), Fellowcraft, Detroit Boat, Country; 
Aldine Association and Merchants' Central Club (New York). Recrea- 
tions: Automobiling and travel. Office: 190-206 Woodward A v. Resi- 
dence : 42 Eliot St, 

MOORE, Alanson A., real estate ; born, Sarnia, Ont., Can., Oct. 24, 
1858; son of Robert J. and Catherine (Avery) Moore; educated in public 
schools of Beachville, Ont., 1864-78; married at Detroit, Feb. 14, 1888, 
Margaret Harrop. Began active career with his father, who was a car- 
penter and contractor, continuing, 1884-88; then engaged in farming at 
Crookston, Minn., returning to Gladwin, Mich., where he was identified 
with lumbering and farming until 1895 ; was connected with contract 
department Michigan Telephone Co., at Detroit, 1899-1901, and was 
with City and Suburban Homes Co. as salesman, 1901-02; has been in 
real estate business under title of Bessenger & Moore, real estate, insur- 
ance and loans, since 1902. Republican. Baptist. Member Independent 
Order of Foresters. Recreation : Automobiling. Office : 302 Telegraph 
Bldg. Residence: 96 Blaine Av. 

MOORE, Alvah F., secretary and director Michigan Mutual Life In- 
surance Co.; born. Ferry Co., O., June 10, i860; son of George W. and 
Harriet (Richards) Moore; educated in public schools of Perry Co. and 
at Madison Academy, Mt. Perry, O. ; married at Roseville, O., Dec. 10, 
1881, Miss Sack Martineau. Began active career as teacher in public 
schools of Perry Co. ; then went to Chicago and engaged in business for 
ten years; came to Detroit, 1891, and entered service of the Michigan 
Mutual Life Insurance Co. as clerk in investment department, later be- 
coming manager of the department, and secretary and director of the 
company, 1901, Republican. Recreations: Reading, theater. Office: 
150 Jefferson Av. Residence: 265 Lincoln Av. 

MOORE, Charles, vice president Security Trust Co.; born at Ypsi- 
lanti, Mich., Oct. 20, 1855; son of Charles and Adeline (MacAllaster) 
Moore ; educated at Phillips Academy, Andover, Mass. ; graduate Har- 
vard, 1878; (M. A., 1898, Ph.D., 1900, Columbian University); married 
at Middleton, Mass., June 27, 1878, Alice Williams Merriam. Succes- 
sively editor Detroit Times, and editorial writer Detroit Journal and 
Detroit Tribune, 1883-9; political secretary U. S. Senator James McMil- 
lan, 1889-1902, and clerk U. S. Senate committee on D. C, 1891-1903 ; 
secretary Union Trust Co., Detroit, 1904-05 ; chairman board of director^ 
Submarine Signal Co., Boston, 1906-07; elected vice president Security 
Trust Co., 1908. Corresponding member American Institute of Archi- 
tects; trustee American Academy in Rome; member Lake Superior 
Canal Semi-Centennial Commission. Clubs: University (Detroit) ; Cos- 
mos (Washington); Century (New York). Author: Charities of the 
District of Columbia, 1897; The Gladwin Manuscripts, 1897; The North- 
west Under Three Flags, 1900, Editor and Compiler: Improvement of 



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the Park System of the District of Columbia ; Purification of the Wash- 
ington Water Supply; Park Improvement Papers; Code of Law of the 
District of Columbia ; articles in the Century and other magazines on 
park improvement in Washington, the restoration of the White House, 
and on historical topics ; edited and revised Cooley's History of Michi- 
gan. Office: Security Trust Co. 

MOORE, Frank B., manufacturer; born, Palmyra, N. Y., May lo, 
1863; son of Benjamin R. and Sarah M. Moore; educated in public 
schools of Coldwater, Mich., and Business University of Detroit; mar- 
ried at Coldwater, Sept. 25, 1888, Laura E. Whitley. Member firm of 
J. C. & F. B. Moore, grocers and crockery dealers, Coldwater, 1881-84; 
was then bookkeeper in Wakefield (Neb.) Bank, and when the institu- 
tion was made a state bank, was elected cashier and served in that ca- 
pacity for two years ; organized the Importers and Traders State Bank, 
Wakefield, and conducted it as cashier for two years; removed to Elk 
Rapids, Mich., 1891, and organized the Elk Rapids Savings Bank, which 
he conducted for twelve years, as cashier or president ; became secretary- 
treasurer of Elk Rapids Portland Cement Co., upon its organization, 
1900, and was manager of the company, 1902-May, 1904, when resigned 
to take position of secretary, treasurer and general manager of the 
Humphrey Bookcase Co., Detroit. Also director Elk Rapids Savings 
Bank. Recreations: Music and art. Office: 688 Warren Av. Resi- 
dence : 694 Cass Av. 

MOORE, George Whitney, lawyer; born, Cazenovia, N. Y., June 
29, 1845; son of J. Whitney and Esther L. (King) Moore; educated at 
Utica Free Academy, Utica, N. Y., and University of Michigan, 1871- 
'J2 ; married at New York, Nov. 22, 1882, Zillah De Lamater. Removed 
to Utica with parents at 12; served in U. S. mustering and disbursing 
office at Utica, time of Civil War, 1861-63; in War Department office 
at Washington and deserters' bureau of provost marshal general's office, 
1863-64; chief clerk to assistant provost marshal general, Hartford, 
Conn., 1864-65; came to Detroit, 1866; went West on account of impaired 
health, 1868, and returned, 1870; admitted to the bar, 1872, and began 
practice in partnership with George W. Moore, as Moore & Moore, which 
still continues. Member House of Representatives, Michigan legisla- 
ture. First district, 1879-80. Republican. Member Phi Delta Phi. Club : 
Old Club. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 12-13 Campau Bldg. 
Residence: 30 W. Canfield Av. 

MOORE, George William, lawyer; born, Romulus, Mich., Sept. 9, 
1847; son of George Washington and Mary (Emery) Moore; educated 
in public schools of Romulus ; Ypsilanti Seminary, Ypsilanti, Mich. ; 
University of Michigan, 1868-72, graduating from Law Department, 
LL. B., 1872 ; married at Detroit, Feb. 3, 1885, Katharine M. De Mill. 
Admitted to the bar, 1872, and has since practiced at Detroit as member 
of firm of Moore & Moore. Member Detroit Bar Association, Michigan 
State Bar Association, American Bar Association. Democrat. Member 



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Masonic order. Clubs : Detroit, Country. Recreations : Outdoor sports. 
Office: 12-13 Campau Bldg. Residence: 527 Jefferson Av. 

MOORE, Henry H., vice president, secretary and treasurer The 
Moore-Wiley Co.; born, Allegheny Co., N, Y., Mar. 25, 1849; son of 
Hiram and Mary A. (Torrey) Moore ; educated in public schools of New 
York state and Centerville (N. Y.) High School ; married at New York, 
Nov. 23, 1869, Emma L. Robbins. Came to Lakeview, Mich., 1876, and 
engaged in farming, still continuing in that line (owner of large farm 
near Lakeview, Mich.); located in Detroit, 1887; since May, 1906, has 
been member The Moore Wiley Co., wholesale notions and furnishing 
goods and manufacturers of pants, shirts, overalls and shirt waists. 
Owner Moore's Subdivision of Wyandotte, Mich. ; president Michigan 
Case Goods Co., Howard City, Mich. ; vice president Tabard Office Sup- 
ply Co., Lakeview, Mich., Marvel Waist Co., Detroit. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Prohibitionist as to politics. Methodist in re- 
ligious belief. Member Masonic order. Recreations: Farming, auto- 
mobiling. Office : 180 Jefferson Av. Residence : 280 Putnam Av. 

MOORE, William V., lawyer; born, Detroit, Dec. 3, 1856; son of 
William A. and Laura J. (Van Husan) Moore; graduate Detroit High 
School, 1873; University of Michigan, degree of B. A., 1878; Boston 
University, Law Department, LL. B., 1880; married at Detroit, Jan. 28, 
1883, Jane Andrews. Began practice in Detroit with his father, as mem- 
ber of firm of Moore & Canfield, later, Moore & Gaff, and since 1905, 
Moore, Standart & Drake. Director and counsel Wayne County Sav- 
ings Bank, Detroit Fire and Marine Insurance Co. ; vice president and 
director Northern Engineering Works. Member Detroit Board of Edu- 
cation, 1885-89, Detroit Fire Commission, 1905-09. Democrat (gold) ; 
delegate to Democratic National Convention, Chicago, 1896. Baptist. 
Member Delta Kappa Epsilon. Clubs: Detroit, Yondotega, Detroit 
Boat, Country, Old Club, Detroit Automobile. Recreations: Outdoor 
sports. Office : Wayne Co. Savings Bank Bldg. Residence : 1055 
Woodland Av. 

MOHAN, Fred T., president Peninsular Stove Co.; born, Detroit, 
Mar. 4, 1855; son of Charles and Justine (McCormick) Moran; educated 
in public and high schools, Detroit, and at St. John's College, Fordham, 
N. Y. ; married at Detroit, June 5, 1878, Satilla G. Butterfield. Has been 
connected with the Peninsular Stove Co., since its incorporation, 1881, 
and has been president of the company since 1895. Also president Mich- 
igan State Telephone Co. ; director of Home Telephone Co., Michigan 
Brass and Copper Co. ; vice president Gabriel Re-Inforced Concrete 
Co. ; director People's State Savings Bank, Welch Auto Car Co., Security 
Trust Co. President Canadian Yukon Mining Co. Fire commissioner, 
appointed, 1890. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs: Detroit, 
Yondotega, Old Club. Recreations: Automobiling and raising trotting 
horses. Office: Peninsular Bank Bldg. Residence: 415 Jefferson Av. 



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MORAN, George W., physician ; born, Morgantown, Va., June 23, 
1868; son of Selby B. and Miranda (Morgan) Moran ; educated at 
Oskaloosa (la.) College, B, Sc, 1888; Iowa State University; University 
of Michigan, Medical Department, M. D., 1892; married at Marshall, 
Mich., Oct, 22, 1895, Minnie HasBrouck. Has practiced in Detroit since 
1892; chief of medical staff St. Vincent's Orphan Asylum, Detroit, since 
1892. Member Wayne County Medical Society, Michigan State Medical 
Association (treasurer), American Medical Association. Club: Univer- 
sity. Recreations : Fishing and hunting. Address : Pasadena Apts. 

MORAN, James P.; born, Detroit, Jan. 11, 1879; son of Patrick and 
Eliza (Hefiferman) Moran; educated at St. Vincent's parochial school 
and Detroit Business University; married at Detroit, June, 1907, 
Jacqueline De Clark. Entered coal and coke business 1895 ; was in employ 
of several firms until June, 1904, since which time he has been in busi- 
ness for himself under title of J. P. Morgan & Co. Recreations: Out- 
door sports. Office : 1002 Penobscot Bldg. Residence : 707 Sheridan Av. 

MORAN, John Vallee; born, Detroit, Dec. 25, 1846; son of Charles 
and Justin (McCormack) Moran; educated in schools of Detroit; mar- 
ried at Memphis, Tenn,, Nov. 25, 1880, Emma Etheridge. Began active 
career as grocery clerk, with Moses W. Field & Co., Detroit, 1867; 
became connected with wholesale grocery house of John Stephen & Co., 
1869, and later with Beaty & Fitzsimons; purchased an interest in the 
firm and after death of Mr. Beaty, title became Moran, Fitzsimons & 
Co. ; was one of organizers of the Gale Sulky Plow Co. ; aided in estab- 
lishing Ward's line of Detroit and Lake Superior steamers; assisted in 
organizing, 1887, the American Banking and Savings Association and 
the American Trust Co. Club: Detroit. Office: Majestic Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 584 Jefiferson Av. 

MORPHY, John D., state manager Berkshire Life Insurance Co. ; 
born, Detroit, June 9, 1861 ; educated in public schools of Detroit. 
Began active career in employ of Michigan Central R. R., continuing for 
six years in various capacities in different departments; became con- 
nected with the wholesale dry goods house of Allen Sheldon & Co., con- 
tinuing for eleven years; entered life insurance business, 1892, and has 
been state manager for the Berkshire Life Insurance Co., headquarters 
in Detroit, since 1893. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Repub- 
lican. Episcopalian. Clubs: Detroit, Country and Old Club. Recrea- 
tions: Outdoor diversions. Office: 1419-1422 Majestic Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 74 E. Forest Av. 

MORRIS, Charles V., designer, manufacturer military and society 
goods; born, Cincinnati, O., Aug. 25, 1857; son of Charles N. and 
Rosalie (Brachmann) Morris; educated in public schools of Cincinnati; 
unmarried. Began active career in Cincinnati by learning the printing 
trade, later engaging as general designer for himself and then in same 
capacity with Pettibone Manufacturing Co., Cincinnati, O., manufac- 



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turers of military and society goods; came to Detroit, 1890, and was 
with the Armstrong Co. until 1892, when he assisted in organizing the 
firm of Morgan, Puhl & Morris, which in 1905 was succeeded by the 
Detroit Regalia Co., of which he is second vice president and director. 
Republican. Protestant. Member Knights of Pythias, A. F. & A. M. 
(32°), Shriner. Recreations: Reading, theater. Office: 117-119 Jef- 
ferson Av. Residence: 71 Washington Blvd. 

MORRIS, Edmund A.; born, Detroit, Nov. 17, 1857; son of Robert 
and Mary (Darling) Morris ; graduate Detroit high school, June, 1873, 
Detroit Business University, May, 1874; married, Detroit, Sept. 8, 1880, 
Ida S. Hall. Began active career as office boy with J. N. Raymond & 
Co., June 7, 1876; company dissolved, 1879, and was succeeded by 
Samuel Ferguson, for whom acted as general manager until 1883, 
when the Detroit Lead Pipe and Sheet Lead Works was organized, of 
which he has been secretary and treasurer from time of organization. 
Also vice president Union Foundry Co., Anniston, Ala. Member Ma- 
sonic order, Damascus Commandery, No. 42, Knights Templar. Club : 
Detroit Golf. Recreation: Traveling. Office: 61 2nd St. Residence: 
Alfred Apartments. 

MORRIS, Scott Harrison, secretary and treasurer The Standard 
Foundry Co.; born, Indianapolis, Ind., Feb. 26, i860; son of Samuel 
Vance and Jane Elizabeth (Harrison) Morris; educated in public schools 
of Indianapolis, graduating from the high school, 1877; married at In- 
dianapolis, Jan. I, 1888, Laura Ann Pease. Began active career in 
employ of Atlas Engine Works, Indianapolis, and learned trade of iron 
moulder, 1878-81 ; came to Detroit and acted as superintendent of the 
American Radiator Co. until 1893 ; organized the Globe Iron Works, 
1893, which was succeeded by the Standard Foundry Co., 1899, iron 
foundry and manufacturers of automobile engines, of which has been sec- 
retary and treasurer since time of incorporation. Republican. Presby- 
terian. 32° Mason (Scottish Rite). Clubs: Detroit Yacht, Mervue. 
Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 22 Chene St. Residence: 336 
Merrick Av. 

MORRISON, James W.; born, Hamilton, Ont, Can., July 11, 1846; 
son of John and Jeanette Morrison ; educated in public schools of Ham- 
ilton; came to U. S., 1867; married at Chicago, 1869, Miss Sarah J. 
Porter. Learned printing trade in Hamilton and has been connected 
with it for more than forty years; was resident of Chicago, 1867-72; 
came to Detroit, 1872, and organized the Morrison Printing Co., of 
which he has since been the head. Club : Detroit Curling. Recreation : 
Curling. Office: 25-29 Griswold St. Residence: 1354 John R St. 

MORSE, Willard H.; born, Petersburgh, Mich., Feb. 7, 1857; son 
of Henry G. and Maria A. (Hill) Morse; educated in public schools of 
Petersburgh ; married at Detroit, Jan. 16, 1882, Juliette Rossa. Came 
to Detroit, 1877, and engaged as building contractor until 1886; was 



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salesman Detroit Lead Pipe and Sheet Lead Works, three years, and 
salesman for J. B. Clow & Sons, Chicago, nine years ; connected with 
National Supply Co., Toledo, O., until 1903, since which time he has 
been Detroit manager for The J. L. Mott Iron Works. Independent 
Republican. Member B. P. O. E. Clubs: Detroit Motor Boat, Com- 
mercial. Recreation: Launching. Office: 1304-1306 Penobscot Bldg. 
Residence : 29 Bewick Av. 

MORTON, Harry Dean; born, Ann Arbor, Mich., Dec. 17, 1872; 
son of Andrew N. and Betty N. (Congdon) Morton; educated in public 
schools of Chelsea, Mich. ; unmarried. Came to Detroit, 1895, and en- 
gaged as stenographer of Daniel Scotten & Co., tobacco manufacturers ; 
then was manager Howard Publishing Co.; engaged in general short- 
hand reporting; removed to New York City and for six years was man- 
ager of the legal department of the Farbenfabriken of Elberfeld of 
Germany; returned to Detroit early in 1906 and organized the Gies 
Gear Co., manufacturers of marine reverse gears, of which has been 
treasurer and general manager since organization. Republican. Rec- 
reation: Motor boating. Office: 345-347 Bellevue Av. Residence: 
Forest Apts. 

MORTON, William D.; born, Monroe, Mich., Feb. 8, 1842; son of 
Julius D, and Emeline (Sterling) Morton; educated at Dr. Soldan's 
private school, Detroit, and Troy University, Troy, N. Y. ; married at 
Detroit, Nov. 2, 1870, Mary H. Brooks. Came to Detroit from Monroe, 
1853, and was for many years identified with the lumber business ; has 
been manager of the Port Huron Salt Co. since May i, 1904. Member 
Delta Phi. Club: Detroit Boat. Recreation: Billiards. Office: Foot 
of 2d St. Residence : 41 Erskine St. 

MUIR, William Howie; born, Detroit, May 28, 1867; son of William 
Kerr and Christina (Hendrie) Muir; educated at Michigan Military. 
Academy and University of Michigan, graduating, degrees of B. S. and 
M. E., 1888; married at Detroit, 1905, Marion Lewis. Began active 
career in employ of the Eureka Iron and Steel Works, 1888; assisted 
in organizing the Jenks and Muir Manufacturing Co., 1892, manufac- 
turers iron and brass bedsteads, mattresses and wholesale feathers, of 
which has been vice president and secretary since time of organization. 
Presbyterian. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Mason ; member 
Delta Kappa Epsilon. Clubs: Detroit, Yondotega, Country, Racquet 
and Curling. Office: 1441 Hastings St., Detroit. Residence: Grosse 
Pointe Farms, Mich. 

MULFORD, Benjamin Franklin, lawyer; born, East Orange, N. J., 
Jan. 4, 1879; son of Samuel and Mary (Riley) Mulford ; educated in pri- 
vate and public schools, Detroit Business University and Detroit College 
of Law, degree of LL. B., 1903 ; unmarried. Has practiced in Detroit 
since 1903. Member Michigan State Bar Association. Republican. 
Methodist. Mason. Member of Central Christian Church Quartette. 



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Club : Cadillac Boat. Recreations : Athletics, boating, music. Office : 
65-67 Buhl Blk. Residence: 149 Forest Av., W. 

MULFORD, Elmer William, lawyer; born, Detroit, Nov. 13, 1876; 
son of George Mahon and Julia (Ruehle) Mulford ; educated in public 
and high schools, Detroit, and at University of Michigan, graduating, 
degree of LL. B., 1900; unmarried. Has practiced in Detroit since 1900. 
Member Detroit Bar Association. Republican. Universalist. Mason. 
Recreations: Reading, theater. Office: 309-310 Moffat Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 165 Harper Av. 

MULFORD, Ora James; born, Monroe, O., Sept. 8, 1868; son of 
John C. and Mary A. (McCreary) Mulford; public school education; 
married at Detroit, Feb. 28, 1900, Evalyn Willetts. Began active career 
as printer in country newspaper office of Stanton, Mich.; came to De- 
troit, 1882, and was employed as a printer by the Commercial Publishing 
Co. ; entered printing business for self, 1885, as half owner of the Acme 
Printing Co. ; sold out and in 1887 went to Los Angeles, Cal., and en- 
gaged in street car advertising business; returned to Detroit, 1889, and 
continued in street car advertising under title of the Michigan Street Car 
Advertising Co.; has been at head of the O. J. Mulford Advertising 
Co. since 1903. Also president Wonderful Dream Salve Co., The 
Bearthelets Co., Iron, O. Remedy Co., Gray Motor Co. Republican. 
Presbyterian. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Mason. Clubs: 
Detroit, Country, Detroit Boat, Detroit Yacht, Fellowcraft. Recrea- 
tion: Motor boating. Office: 83 Fort St. Residence: 159 Parker Av. 

MULHERON, John J., physician; born, London, Ont., May 31, 
1846; son of Thomas and Margery (Hicks) Mulheron; educated in 
Waterloo (Ont.) common schools, Berlin grammar schools, Rockwood 
Academy and University of Michigan, graduating from Medical De- 
partment of the university, degree of M. D. 1869; married, ist, at De- 
troit, 1870, Annie E. Morton (now deceased) ; 2nd, Detroit, 1898, Bertha 
C. Hanson. Member Wayne County Medical Society (president), Mich- 
igan State Medical Society, American Medical Association. Member 
medical staff of Harper Hospital. Mason (32°), Shriner. Elected mem- 
ber Detroit Board of Aldermen, 1886 (president, 1887) ; chairman Wayne 
County Board of Supervisors, 1887; president Detroit Board of Esti- 
mates, 1888-89. Republican. Recreation : Farming. Office and resi- 
dence : 73 High St., E. 

HUNGER, Frank S., wholesale dry goods ; born, Dundee, Mich., 
Nov. ID, 1850; son of Elijah D. and Mary P. (Simons) Munger; edu- 
cated in public and high schools of Dundee ; married at Detroit, 1874, 
Fannie A. Caverley. Began active career in retail dry goods store at 
Manchester, Mich., 1869; came to Detroit, 1872, and entered employ of 
Edson, Moore & Co., later becoming traveling salesman, and since 1888 
has been member of the firm. Member Board of Commerce. Repub- 
lican. Congregationalist. Club : Rushmere. Recreation : Automobil- 
ing. Office : 200 Jefferson Av. Residence : 69 Warren Av., E. 



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MUNRO, Alexander, lawyer; born, Township Sydenham, Ont., 
Can., Feb. 2, 1865; son of John and Christina (Sutherland) Munro; 
educated in public college and Detroit College of Law, degree of LL. B., 
1903; married at Detroit, Feb. 18, 1903, Cora D. Dart. Began practice 
of law alone, 1903 ; has been member of law firm of Brennan, Don- 
nelly & Van De Mark since 1904. Secretary Interior Construction and 
Improvement Co. Presbyterian in religious affiliation. Member Y. M. 
C. A. Office: 516 Moflfat Blk. Residence: 410 Commonwealth Av. 

MUNRO, Herbert C, lawyer; born, St. Thomas, Ont, Jan. 21, 1877; 
son of Colin and Hannah M. (Davis) Munro; educated in common 
schools; Detroit high school; LL. B., Detroit College of Law, 1901 ; 
married, Toronto, Ont., June 25, 1901, Beatrice Martin. Has prac- 
ticed in Detroit since June, 1901 ; makes a specialty of real property 
and probate law. Member Detroit Bar Association. Club : Fellowcraft. 
Office: 52 Home Bank Bldg. Residence: 1188 14th Av. 

MUNZ, Charles W., president The Posselius Brothers Furniture 
Mfg. Co.; born, Wuertenberg, Germany, July 25, 1864; son of Frederick 
and Caroline Munz ; educated in public schools of Germany; came to De- 
troit, 1881 ; married at Detroit, 1892, Miss Anna Stucky. Learned trade of 
cabinet maker in plant of Clough & Warren Organ Co., piano and 
organ manufacturers, continuing, 1881-85; entered upon a series of ex- 
periments and invented the Victor extension table in 1895 ; became con- 
nected with Posselius Brothers Furniture Mfg. Co. as foreman of cabinet 
department, 1897, and was superintendent for one year; bought out inter- 
est of the president, Charles Singelyn, in 1903, and has since been presi- 
dent and general manager of the company, whose specialty is manu- 
facture of the Victor extension tables. Member Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Independent Republican. Catholic. Club : Fellowcraft. Rec- 
reation: Automobiling. Office: Harper and Mt. Elliott Avs. Resi- 
dence: 438 Vinewood Av. 

MURFIN, James Orlin, lawyer; born, Portsmouth, O., Jan. 7, 
1875; son of James Orin and Josephine Hurd (Smith) Murfin; educated 
in public and high schools of Portsmouth ; University of Michigan, Lit- 
erary Department, degree of Litt. B., 1895, Law Department, LL. B., 
1896; married at Detroit, Apr. 24, 1907, Jane B. Macklem. Began prac- 
tice in Detroit, July, 1896; member law firm of Bowen, Douglas, Whit- 
ing & Murfin. Republican. Member of Detroit and Michigan State 
Bar Associations. Member Michigan State Senate, 1901-03. Clubs: 
University, Country, Detroit, Yondotega. Recreations : Outdoor sports. 
Office: 614-621 Moffat Bldg. Residence: 222 Seminole Av. 

MURPHY, Alfred J., jurist; born, Detroit, Jan. i, 1868; son of 
James S. and Mary (Sexton) Murphy; educated in public schools of 
Detroit, Detroit College and Detroit College of Law, graduating, A. B., 
1887, LL. B., 1893; married at Detroit, June 29, 1903, Margaret Wal- 
burga Ducey. Began practice in Detroit, 1893. Democrat. Judge of 



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the recorder's court of Detroit, for six years; elected circuit judge, 1905. 
by the largest vote ever given a Democrat in Wayne County, and 
leading all other candidates. Clubs: Detroit Country, Detroit Boat. 
Office: Wayne County Bldg., Detroit. Residence: Grosse Pointe, Mich. 

MURPHY, James F. ; born, Sarnia, Ont., Sept. 14, 1866; son of 
James and Catherine (Casey) Murphy; educated in public schools of 
Sarnia; married at Detroit, June 20, 1894, Helen M. Ross. Has been 
identified with the Murphy Chair Co., manufacturers of chairs, since 
January, 1883, first as office boy, then as salesman, superintendent, 
vice president and since 1892 as secretary and treasurer of the com- 
pany ; vice president and trustee St. Joseph's Home for Boys ; vice 
president Particular Council of Detroit for St. Vincent de Paul Society; 
secretary St. Francis' Home for Orphan Boys. Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Republican. Catholic. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Golf. 
Recreation: Automobiling, Office: Murphy Chair Co. Residence: 93 
Alger Av. 

MURPHY, Michael Joseph; born, Sarnia, Can., Feb. 22, 1851; 
public school education ; married in 1877, Eliza Gleeson. Came to 
Detroit, 1868, and engaged as bookkeeper for C. H. Dunks, manu- 
facturer of bed springs; purchased the business, 1872, and continued 
in same line until 1878, when he introduced manufacture of chairs, 
which now forms the sole product of the factory ; business incor- 
porated, 1884, as Murphy Chair Co., of which is president and treasurer. 
Also president Security Trust Co. Director People's State Bank and 
Michigan Savings Bank. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Office: 
Harper Av. and Lake Shore & Mich. So. Ry. Residence: 810 Jef- 
ferson Av. 

MURPHY, William H., president Simon J. Murphy Co., Murphy 
Power Co., Murphy Heating Co., Murphy Storage & Ice Co., Murphy 
Lumber Co., Murphy Oil Co. ; treasurer Pacific Lumber Co., Cadillac 
Motor Car Co. ; director American Exchange National Bank, Michigan 
Fire and Marine Insurance Co., Standard Life and Accident Co. Mem- 
ber Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Golf. Resi- 
dence: 30 Putnam Av. 

MURRAY, William P., Jr., wholesale and retail confectioner ; born, 
Champaign Co., O., Sept. 3, 1859; son of William P. and Nancy A. 
(Runyan) Murray; educated in public schools of Ohio, Pennsylvania 
Military College, Chester, Pa., and Iron City Commercial College, Pitts- 
burgh, Pa. ; married, Detroit, 1893, Miss Alice Foley. Began in con- 
fectionery business at Pulatka, Fla., 1880; came to Detroit, 1887, and 
established as manufacturer and wholesale dealer in his own name, in 
which he still continues. Was for seven years a member of the 7th 
Regiment, Ohio National Guard. Owner of large stock farm near Spring- 
field, O. ; breeder of roadsters. Recreations: Stock farming and trav- 
eling. Office: 193 Woodward Av. Residence: 95 Spruce St. 



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MUSSEY, George D.; born, Romeo, Mich., Dec. 2, 1841 ; son of 
Dexter and Lydia (Russell) Mussey ; educated in public schools of 
Romeo ; married at Romeo, 1862, Amelia A. Chamberlin. Learned 
watchmaking trade and followed it for five years ; became publisher 
of Romeo Argus, continuing two years ; then engaged in drug busi- 
ness in Romeo for nine years; came to Detroit, 1877, as chief deputy 
U. S. marshal for the eastern district of Michigan, continuing until 
1888; appointed by State Board of Fish Commissioners as secretary, 
March, 1888, and has so continued to present time. Republican. Mem- 
ber Masonic order. Royal Arcanum. Office : 28 Peninsular Bk. Bldg. 
Residence: 311 Frederick Av. 

MYERS, Frank Simpson; born, Beaver Falls, Pa., June 7, 1882; 
son of Henry Milton and Ella Dorsey (Miller) Myers; educated in 
public schools of Beaver Falls, Geneva College, Beaver Falls, and Penn- 
sylvania Military College, Chester, Pa., graduating, degree of C. E., 
June 17, 1903 ; married at Detroit, Apr. 4, 1906, Eva Mosher Gates. Has 
been owner and manager Myers Remedy Co., Detroit, since June, 1904. 
Republican. Methodist. Member Palestine Lodge No. 357, F. & A. M. 
Club : Fellowcraft. Office : 82 E. Congress St. Residence : 368 John 
RSt. 

NALL, Edwin B., real estate; born, Detroit, Feb. 2^, 1866; son of 
James and Isabella F. (Beard) Nail ; educated in Detroit public and 
high schools, to 1884; unmarried. Began active career in carpet and 
furniture business with his father, James Nail, also conducting a real 
estate branch ; entered real estate exclusively with his father under title; 
of James and Edwin B. Nail, real estate, loans and insurance, incor- 
porated, 1906, as the James and Edwin B. Nail Co., of which is sec- 
retary and treasurer. Served in Michigan Naval Battalion as seaman 
U. S. S. Yosemite during Spanish-American War, ending 1898. Re- 
publican as to politics. Congregationalist in religious views. Member 
Sons of American Revolution, admitted Nov. 24, 1900, and now junior 
vice commander United States War Veterans, Department of Mich- 
igan. Club : Detroit Boat. Recreation : Boating. Office : 522 Ham- 
mond Bldg. Residence: 904 Cass Av. 

NALL, James, real estate; born, Huddersfield, Eng., 1828; son of 
Rev. James and Ann (Winfield) Nail ; came to America with parents 
early in life and was educated in Canada ; married at South Norwalk, 
Conn., Dec. 18, 1862, Isabella F. Beard. Came to Detroit, 1846; began 
in dry goods and carpet business, 1851 ; has been interested in real 
estate business from the commencement of his career and has engaged 
in real estate exclusively since 1897 ; president James and Edwin B. 
Nail Co., Inc. Republican. Congregationalist. Recreations: Hunting 
and fishing. Office: Hammond Bldg. Residence: 904 Cass Av. 

NALL, Louis Algernon, real estate ; born, Detroit, Dec. 6, 1873 ; 
son of James and Isabella F. (Beard) Nail; educated in Barstow public 



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school and Detroit High School. After leaving school spent seven years 
in study and practice of horticulture, gaining a practical experience in 
that line and w^as admitted as member Detroit Association of American 
Florists. Is associated with father and brother in real estate business 
and building of modern homes on vacant property owned by James and 
Edwin B. Nail Company, of which he is vice president. Republican. 
Recreations : Canoeing and boating. Office : 522 Hammond Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 904 Cass Av. 

NEALr, Thomas; born, Corunna, Ont., Sept. 27, 1858; son of Henry 
N. and Mary (Proctor) Neal ; educated in public schools of Detroit; 
married at Detroit, May 14, 1884, Elizabeth M. Davies. Assisted in organ- 
izing and incorporating the Acme White Lead and Color Works, 1884, 
and has been secretary and general manager since time of organization. 
President Euclid Improvement Co. ; director Kemiweld Can Co., First 
National Bank, Michigan Savings Bank. Republican. Episcopalian. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Mason, Knight Templar, Shriner. 
Clubs : Fellowcraft, Detroit Boat. Recreations : Horseback riding, boat- 
ing and fishing. Office : Acme White Lead and Color Works. Resi- 
dence: 1809 Woodward Av. 

NEILL, James Renwick, lawyer; born in Oakland Co., Mich., Mar. 
7, 1875 ; son of Alexander and Margaret (McBride) Neill ; educated in 
district schools of Oakland Co., Detroit Business University and Detroit 
College of Law, degree of LL. B., 1899; married at New York City, 
Miss Mary E. Fox. Lived on farm until 1894, when he came to Detroit; 
in 1897 became connected with law office of Charles W. Casgrain and 
became member of firm of Brown & Neill, 1899; has practiced alone since 
1903. Treasurer Frazer Paint Co., New York. Member Wayne County 
Bar Association, Oakland County Society of Detroit (secretary). Re- 
publican. Covenanter. Odd Fellow. Recreations : Fishing and hunting. 
Office: 822 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 329 Hibbard Av. 

NELLIS, Elton Robert, lawyer; born, Trenton, Mich., Sept. 5, 1876; 
son of John C. and Cerina (Youker) Nellis; educated in public schools 
of Wyandotte, Mich., and Law Department, University of Michigan, 
degree of LL. B., 1899; married, Detroit, Sept. 6, 1906, Katherine Gil- 
lespie. Began practice at Wyandotte, Mich., 1899; removed to Detroit, 
1906; member of firm of Condon, Nellis & Taite. Treasurer City of 
Wyandotte, 1901 and 1902, mayor, 1903 and 1904. Republican. Pres- 
byterian. Member Detroit Bar Association. Mason. Odd Fellow. 
Clubs: Detroit Boat, Detroit Wheelmen. Recreation: Boating. Office: 
74 Home Bank Bldg. Residence: 121 Maybury Av. 

NELSON, Edwin Horatio, president Nelson, Baker & Co., manu- 
facturing pharmacists; born, Brighton, Ont, June 27, 1856; son of John 
and Eliza Bayley (Thayer) Nelson; educated in Brighton grammar 
school; Belleville Commercial College, graduating, 1874; Ontario College 
of Pharmacy, graduating, degree of Ph. C, 1878; married at Rochester, 



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N. Y., Apr. 29, 1884, Anna Louise Gilkeson. Came to Detroit spring of 
1878 and entered employ of Frederick Stearns, retail druggist; next was 
connected with Frederick Stearns & Co., manufacturing pharmacists; 
was elected secretary of the corporation, 1886, and continued until 1890; 
was one of the organizers and incorporators of Nelson, Baker & Com- 
pany, 1890, of which has been the head to the present time. Director 
National Can Co., National Bank of Commerce. Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce (director and member executive committee). Republican. 
Episcopalian. Clubs: Detroit (secretary), Country, Les Cheneaux. Rec- 
reation : Golfing. Office : Cor. Lafayette Blvd. and 7th St. Residence : 
1737 Jefferson Av. 

NESTER, George, lumber; born in Newaygo Co., Mich., Feb. 12. 
1861 ; son of Thomas and Margaret (Mahon) Nester; educated at Uni- 
versity of Notre Dame, Ind. ; married at Saginaw, Mich., 1893, Rosemary 
O'Donnell. Has been identified with the lumber business founded by 
his father since 1881, and since the death of the latter in 1890, has acted 
as manager of the estate of Thomas Nester; treasurer and director of 
Thessalon Lumber Co., of Detroit, and Nesterville, Ont., organized, 1906. 
Republican. Member Knights of Columbus ; honorary member Detroit 
Light Infantry. Clubs: Detroit, Fellowcraft, Country. Office: 701-703 
Majestic Bldg. Residence: 800 Woodward Av. 

NETTING, Conrad John, president The Barton-Netting Co. ; born, 
Germany, Nov. 5, 1868; son of John Conrad and Catherine (Beckle) 
Netting; came to America, April, 1880; attended public schools at Pon- 
tiac, Mich.; married at Detroit, Feb. 18, 1891, Clara Beckbissinger. 
Worker on farm from 13 to 19; located in Detroit in spring of 1888 
and entered employment of P. A. Billings & Co., later Billings & Drew; 
learned the chandelier business from bottom up ; became connected with 
firm of Barton & McBean, in January, 1896, as owner of one-third interest 
in chandelier department, and was the "Co." when the firm became 
F. G. Barton & Co., in 1898; name changed to Barton & Netting, 1902, 
and to The Barton-Netting Co., Feb. i, 1905, of which has since been 
the head, the company being dealers in gas and electric lighting fixtures, 
mantels, tiling and grates. Also president The Barton-Netting Co., 
Ltd., Windsor, Can., and vice president Detroit Steam Engine Co. Mem- 
ber Detroit Board of Commerce. Member First German Baptist Church. 
Mason ; member Knights of Pythias. Club : Fellowcraft. Recreation : 
Boating. Office : 250 Woodward Av. Residence : 332 Pennsylvania Av. 

NEWBERRY, John S.; son of Hon. John Sand and Helen P. 
(Handy) Newberry. President Detroit Steel Castings Co.; director Na- 
tional Bank of Commerce. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs : 
Automobile, Country, Detroit Boat, Detroit, Detroit Racquet and Curl- 
ing. Residence: 483 Jefferson Av. 

NEWBERRY, Truman Handy, assistant secretary of navy, manu- 
facturer; born, Detroit, Nov. 5, 1864; son of John S. and Helen Parmelee 



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(Handy) Newberry; educated in schools of Detroit; Michigan Military 
Academy; Charlier Institute, New York City; Dr. Reed's School, Lake- 
ville. Conn. ; Yale University, graduating, Ph. B., 1885. Married at 
Brooklyn, Feb. 7, 1888, Harriet Josephine Barnes. Began active career 
in employ of Detroit, Bay City & Alpena Ry., 1885, and became super- 
intendent of construction, freight and passenger agent, 1887; president 
and treasurer Detroit Steel Spring Co., 1887-1901 ; since death of father, 
1887, has had charge of father's estate; has been assistant secretary of 
navy since 1905. Director Union Trust Co., State Savings Bank, Mich- 
igan Telephone Co. (vice president), Parke, Davis & Co., Railway Steel 
Spring Co., Cleveland Cliffs Iron Co., Detroit Steel Casting Co. (presi- 
dent and treasurer), Union Depot and Station Co., Union Elevator Co., 
Grace Hospital (vice president). One of the organizers of the Michigan 
State Naval Brigade, serving as landsman, 1895, lieutenant and navigator, 
1897-98; commissioned in U. S. Navy as lieutenant (junior grade). May, 
1898, and served on U. S. S. Yosemite through Spanish-American War; 
commissioned colonel and aide de camp to the governor, Michigan Na- 
tional Guard, 1899. Member Institute of Naval Architects. Republican. 
Presbyterian. Clubs : Union, University, New York Yacht, St. Anthony 
(New York) ; Yondotega, Detroit (Detroit). Author: Log of the U. S. 
S. Yosemite, 1899. Residence: 481 Jefferson Av., Detroit. Address: 
Navy Department, Washington. 

NEWBRO, Dupont Morse, pharmacist; born, Lansing, Mich., Mar. 
28, 1865; son of Soloman D. and Orrisa D. (Maxwell) Newbro; edu- 
cated in public and private schools of Lansing; married at Butte, Mont., 
Nov. 20, 1888, Sarah Matilda Hall. Started Newbro Drug Co., Butte, 
Feb. I, 1890, first as a retail store, later as wholesale and retail; was for 
twelve years president and general manager of the company, selling out 
to company which still bears his name; principal owner and director 
Fosselman Drug Co., Walkerville Drug Co., and Montana Drug Co., 
all of Butte, selling out, November, 1902; was for ten years president 
Washoe Copper Co., whose properties were disposed of to the Amal- 
gamated Copper Co. for $20,000,000. Has been president and general 
manager of The Herpicide Company, of Detroit, since Sept. 13, 1901, 
manufacturers of Newbro's Herpicide. Was the first president of Mon- 
tana State Pharmacy Examining Board; president Montana State Phar- 
maceutical Association, 1904-05. Mason, Knight Templar, Shriner. 
Clubs: Detroit, Country, Detroit Golf, Detroit Automobile. Recreations: 
Automobiling, hunting and golf. Office: 35-37 Milwaukee Av., W. 
Residence : 46 Pallister Av. 

NEWCOMB, Cyrenius A., president The Newcomb-Endicott Co.; 
born, Cortland, N. Y., Nov. 10, 1837; son of Hezekiah and Nancy 
(Rounds) Newcomb ; educated at Bridgewater Normal school ; married at 
Hartford, Conn., Mary Haskell (now deceased) ; again, at Detroit, 1899, 
Miss Mary Sharp. Began in dry goods business at age of 18; came to 
Detroit from Taunton, Mass., 1868, and in the same year assisted in es- 



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tablishing The Newcomb-Endicott Co. Vice president Anderson Car- 
riage Co. Republican. Universalist. Office: 190-206 Woodward Av. 
Residence: 625 Woodward Av. 

NEWCOMB, Cyrenius Adalbert, Jr., dry goods ; born, Detroit, Jan. 
14, 1871 ; son of Cyrenius and Mary E. (Haskell) Newcomb ; educated 
in public schools (Irving and Cass), Detroit High School, graduating, 
June, 1889, and University of Michigan, degree of Bachelor of Letters, 
June, 1893; married at Detroit, Dec. 16, 1896, Brownie Jenness Kelly. 
Has been identified since the beginning of his business career, 1893, 
with the Newcomb-Endicott Co., founded, 1868, by his father, and incor- 
porated, 1890, and is director and secretary of the company. Member 
Psi Upsilon, college fraternity. Clubs: University, Detroit Boat, Coun- 
try, Automobile. Office: Newcomb-Endicott Co. Residence: 164 
Putnam Av. 

NEWMAN, Frank Lydston, physician; born, Norfolk, Eng., 1859; 
son of William John and Sara Ann (Johnson) Newman ; came to Canada, 
1880, and to United States, 1885; educated at Victoria College, Island 
of Jersey, at Dieppe, France, and Detroit College of Medicine, M. D., 
1886; married at Ontario, Can., 1890, Amy Seymour Galon. Professor 
materia medica Detroit College of Medicine, for past fifteen years. 
Member Wayne County Medical Society, American Medical Associa- 
tion. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Country, Detroit Boat. Recreations: 
Boating, golf and driving. Office and residence: 1081 Jefferson Av. 

NEWMAN, R. Adlington, physician, retired; born in Watlington, 
Norfolk Co., England; son of William John and Sara A. (Johnson) 
Newman; received academic education at Victoria College, St. Helier's, 
Jersey ; came to America, 1875 ; studied medicine in Chicago College of 
Physicians and Surgeons and at Detroit College of Medicine, graduating, 
M. D. (gold medallist), 1889; married at Detroit, Apr. 15, 1891, Bessie 
M. Scotten. Served as house physician St. Luke's Hospital; practiced 
in Detroit for about ten years; acted as administrator of the Daniel 
Scotten estate until its affairs were closed and has since devoted attention 
to management of private interests. Director National Bank of Com- 
merce, Detroit Museum of Art (incorporator). Republican. Episco- 
palian. Member L'Alliance Francaise, Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Clubs : Detroit, Detroit Racquet and Curling, Country, Automobile, De- 
troit Boat, Caledon Mountain Trout Club, of Ontario. Recreations: 
Automobiling, golf. Office: Ford Bldg. Residence: 1630 Jefferson Av. 

NEWTON, Thomas E.; born, Lavonia, Mich., Mar. 15, 1866; son 
of Melvin and Mary (Newington) Newton; educated in Detroit public 
schools; married at Detroit, 1895, Miss Ida Callen, Resident of Detroit, 
since 1872; began in meat business, 1882; started on own account, 1887, 
the firm incorporating, 1901, as the Newton Beef Co., of which is presi- 
dent and treasurer. Appointed jury commissioner by Governor Warner^ 
February, 1907. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. 



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Recreation: Driving. Office: 1075 14th Av. ; market, 41 Cadillac Sq. 
Residence: 1055 14th Av. 

NICHOLSON, Duncan; born, Rochester, N. Y., July i, 1850; son of 
Alexander and Mary Ann (Roy) Nicholson; educated in public schools 
of Rochester and Michigan; married at Windsor, Ont., 1873, Martha 
Katherine Kolfag. Began active career sailing on the lakes, 1865 ; became 
first officer, 1870, captain, 1871, and was master of various sailing ves- 
sels and steamboats, 1871-1903; has been superintendent Detroit, Belle 
Isle & Windsor Ferry Co. since 1903. Republican. Episcopalian. Mem- 
ber Masonic order, A. O. U. W., I. O. O. F. Recreations : Reading and 
home. Office : 2-6 Woodward Av., Detroit, Residence : Windsor, Can. 

NICOL, Eugene L.; born, St. Clair, Mich., Dec. 28, 1867; son of 
Thomas J. and Sarah J. (House) Nicol ; educated in public schools 
of St. Clair and at Detroit Business University; married at Detroit, 
June 23, 1894, Rose M. Walters. Began active career as messenger in 
Third National Bank, Detroit, continuing, 1887-90; then cashier and pay- 
master Iron Range & Huron Bay R. R,, 1890-92; chief accountant Wayne 
County treasurer's office, 1892-1904; in real estate and insurance busi- 
ness for self since 1904. Member Detroit Real Estate Board. Member 
Detroit Light Infantry, 1888-89, Republican. Universalist. Member 
Masonic order. National Union. Recreations: Hunting and fishing. 
Office: 614-615 Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 240 Hibbard Av. 

NICOL, Frank V., vice president American Machine Manufacturing 
Co.; born, St. Thomas, Ont., Can., July 7, 1872; son of William and Julia 
(Ostrander) Nicol; educated in public schools of St. Thomas, 1879-87; 
Collegiate Institute, 1887-91, graduating, 1891, with ist class certificate; 
St. Thomas Business College, 1891-92; married at St. Thomas, June 16, 
1897, Clara Ferguson, Began business career as bookkeeper at St. 
Thomas, 1892, continuing until 1894; entered service of Michigan Cen- 
tral R. R., 1894, was appointed train master, 1896, and resigned 1900; 
entered real estate business in Detroit, 1900, and retired from real estate 
1905, to become vice president of the American Machine Manufacturing 
Co., manufacturers of motor trucks, in which position he still continues. 
Republican. Member Christian Church. Recreations : Outdoor sports. 
Office: Champlain and Beaubien Sts. Residence: 236 Pingree Av. 

NILES, Tracy Worden; born, Buffalo, N. Y., Mar. 9, 1851 ; son of 
Allen W. and Mahalla (Shepard) Niles; educated in public schools of 
Buffalo; married at Cleveland, 1874, Carrie L. Lathrop. Entered railway 
service, as messenger for Buffalo & Erie Rd. (now part of Lake Shore 
& Michigan Southern Ry.), 1866; passed through various positions as 
telegraph operator, train despatcher, etc., and became superintendent 
Eastern Division Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Ry. ; has been super- 
intendent Detroit Division, same road, since Nov. i, 1902. Office: Brush 
St. Depot. Residence: 52 Canfield Av. 



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NOACK, William C; born, Detroit, Aug. 31, 1863; son of J. 
William and Louise (Jacob) Noack ; educated in public schools and 
German-American Academy; married at Detroit, Jan. 12, 1898, Ethel 
McKeen. Was upon the road as traveling man, 1880-85 ! i" insurance 
business, 1886-98; senior member Noack & Gorenflo. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Club: Detroit Boat. Office: 100 Woodward Av. 
Residence : 562 Congress St. 

NOBLE, Albert D.; born, Grand Rapids, Mich., Dec. 4, i860; son 
of Albert D, and Elizabeth (Pierce) Noble; educated in Grand Rapids 
public schools and business college; married. Maple Rapids, Mich., 1886, 
Miss Marie Hewitt. Came to Detroit, 1879, and entered employment 
of house with which he has since been connected, then, A. D. & F. L. 
Noble, but has been Noble & Co. since 1892. Universalist. Club: 
Detroit Athletic. Recreations: Yachting, automobiling, photography. 
Office: Foot of ist St. Residence: 33 Westminster St, 

NOBLE, Benjamin, manufacturer ; born, St. Johns, N. B., Can., Mar. 
27, 1859; son of Thomas H. and Cecelia (Dodds) Noble; educated in 
public schools of Toronto, Ont. ; married at Point Hope, Can., 1887, 
Edith Sanders, who died June 30, 1907. Learned trade of foundryman 
in shop of John Ritchie & Sons, Toronto, continuing, 1872-79; then was 
with the Taylor Safe Works, Toronto, for five years ; traveled in Canada 
until he located in Detroit, 1885 ; became superintendent of the brass de- 
partment of the Frontier Iron Works ; associated with John G. Detz 
and established the Capitol Brass Works, 1899; also president Eby Manu- 
facturing Co. ; director the Motorcar Co. Republican. Presbyterian, 
Member Palestine Lodge, A. F. & A. M., L O. O, F., Amaranths, Club : 
Detroit Yacht, Recreations: Automobiling, yachting. Office: Cor. 
Chene and Franklin St. Residence: 25 Van Dyke Place. 

NOBLE, Herbert W., banker; born, Detroit, Feb. 8, 1867; son of 
Garra B. and Eliza (Crosman) Noble; educated in Detroit public schools; 
married at Detroit, Apr. 22, 1891, Gertrude Delbridge. Began active 
career as clerk in the old Third National Bank ; in 1894 organized bank- 
ing firm of H. W. Noble & Co., and has since continued as head of the 
organization ; manager of Detroit Clearing House Association since 
1896. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Clubs: 
Detroit, Detroit Boat, Detroit Golf, Detroit Automobile, Bankers'. Rec- 
reations: Yachting, automobiling. Office: loio Penobscot Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 65 Seward Av. 

NUTTEN, Wesley L., lawyer; born, Moscow, Mich., Apr. 6, 1869; 
son of John B. and Marie A. (Crane) Nutten; educated in Hillsdale 
(Mich,) College, three years, 1889-91, and University of Michigan one 
year, 1891-92; married at Sturgis, Mich., Dec. 25, 1895, May Van Vleck. 
Studied law and was admitted to practice upon examination before Su- 
preme Court of Michigan, June 15, 1895; has since practiced in Detroit; 
was associated for six years with Hon. John W. McGrath, ex-justice of 



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the Supreme Court of Michigan ; has been member of law firm of Nutten 
& Richter since May i, 1907. Member Detroit Bar Association. Inde- 
pendent in politics; Universalist in religious belief. Member Palestine 
Lodge No. 357, F. & A. M. Club: Y. M. C. A. Recreations: Outdoor 
athletic sports. Office: 601 Wayne County Bk. Bldg. Residence: 121 
Englewood Av. 

OADES, Walter Henry, shipbuilder; born, Clayton, N. Y., Nov. 2, 
1849; son of John and Jane (Van Allen) Oades; educated in public 
schools of New York state and Detroit ; married at Detroit, 1883, Miss 
Anna Smith. Learned the trade of shipbuilding in Detroit under his 
father, continuing in the business after death of his father, in 1895; 
shipbuilder and repairer shears and steam marine railway. Member De- 
troit Board of Commerce, B. P. O. E., Royal Arcanum. Recreation: 
Yachting. Office: Atwater and Dubois Sts. Residence: 607 Fort St., E. 

OAKES, Herbert King, lawyer; born, Milford, Me., Sept. 24, 1873; 
son of Benjamin Franklin and Charlotte K. (Valley) Oakes; educated 
in public schools of East Tawas, Mich., and Law Department, University 
of Michigan, LL. B., 1896; married at Saginaw, Oct. 7, 1903, Harriet 
College Waller. Removed with parents from Maine to East Tawas, 
Mich., 1877 ; began active career as a boy in lumber mills at East Tawas 
and on lumber shipping docks on Lake Huron ; managed Tawas Bay 
Insurance Agency, East Tawas, for several years ; has practiced law in 
Detroit since 1896, commencing in office of John C. Shaw; became mem- 
ber firm of Shaw, Waite, Cady & Oakes, 1901, and since 1902 has been 
member of its successor, Shaw, Warren, Cady & Oakes. Director-treas- 
urer Franklin Steamship Co. and of the Fremont Steamship Co. Repub- 
lican. Clubs : University, Detroit Boat. Recreations : Outdoor sports. 
Office : 904-908 Union Trust Bldg. Residence : 46 Palmer Av., E. 

OBETZ, Henry Lorenz, physician and surgeon ; born, Columbus, 
O., July 8, 1851 ; son of Cyrus and Sophia (Sibert) Obetz; educated in 
public schools of Paris, 111., and at Homeopathic Hospital College, Cleve- 
land, graduating, M. D., 1874; married at Paris, 111., 1881, California 
Rudy. Practiced in Paris, 111., 1874-83 ; was elected to chair of surgery. 
Homeopathic College, University of Michigan, and served for twelve 
years and for eight years as dean of the college ; has engaged in general 
practice in Detroit since 1895. Member American Institute of Homeop- 
athy. Republican. Unitarian. Mason, member I. O. O. F. Clubs: 
Rushmere, Quarter Century. Recreations: Hunting, fishing and farm- 
ing. Office: 21 Duffield St. Residence: 20 W. High St. 

O'BRIEN, Michael William, banking; born, Ireland, Sept. 25, 1835; 
son of William and Mary (Flynn) O'Brien; educated by private tutors, 
in National school and Killarney Academy ; came to America, 1862 ; 
married at Detroit, 1898, Mary 1. Flattery. Engaged in lumber manufac- 
turing as Cone & O'Brien, Chicago and Saginaw, 1859-68; located in De- 
troit, from Saginaw, 1870; was president People's Savings Bank until its 



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amalgamation with the State Savings Bank as People's State Savings 
Bank, Jan., 1907. Now chairman Detroit Clearing House ; director and 
chairman of board of directors, The People's State Bank; president Mich- 
igan Fire and Marine Insurance Co. ; treasurer and director Standard Life 
and Accident Insurance Co., and Detroit City Gas Co., and director 
Peninsular Stove Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Catholic. 
Clubs: Detroit, Country. Office: The People's State Bank. Residence: 
523 JeiTerson Av. 

O'CONNOR, Arthur C, lawyer; born, Detroit, July 28, 1866; son 
of Arthur and Catherine (Cavanaugh) O'Connor; educated in parochial 
schools of Detroit, Detroit College, and Detroit College of Law, degree 
of LL. B., 1892 ; unmarried. Began active career at 10 years of age as 
office boy in office of James Caplis ; through influence of Mr. Caplis was 
appointed messenger in State Senate, 1881 ; reentered employ of patron 
and continued until 1888; index clerk in office of register of deeds, 1888- 
90; became clerk in city assessor's office, 1890, and subsequently assist- 
ant assessor; was assistant corporation counsel, 1896-1900. Republican. 
Member Knights of Columbus, Knights of Equity. Clubs : Detroit, De- 
troit Boat, Detroit Boat Club Yachtsman, Harmonic. Recreations: 
Yachting and all outdoor athletic sports. Office : 722 Hammond Bldg. 
Residence : 410 Helen Av. 

O'CONNOR, Hugh, manufacturer; born, Detroit, Dec. 28, 1863; son 
of Arthur C. and Catherine (Cavanaugh) O'Connor; educated at Detroit 
College; married, Adrian, Mich., 1888, Alice Madeline Botsford. Began 
active career as clerk in office of Michigan Car Co., 1878; served as clerk 
for senate committee during session of state legislature, 1881, and was in 
office of controller for City of Detroit, 1883-86; has been actively engaged 
in manufacturing business since 1887. Treasurer and manager Michigan 
Wire Cloth Co., manufacturers of wire cloth, wire screens and brass, 
copper and bronze wire ; president and treasurer National Telephone 
Equipment Co. ; vice president, secretary and treasurer Michigan Wire 
and Iron Works; vice president Reliance Motor Car Co. Member De- 
troit Board of Commerce. Served five years in Detroit City Greys (state 
militia). Republican. Clubs: Detroit, Automobile, Lake St. Clair Fish- 
ing and Shooting Club, Audubon, and Country Club. Recreations: 
Hunting, fishing, yachting, automobiling. Office : 500 Howard St. Res- 
idence : 76 Forest Av., E. 

O'DONNELL, Albert Edward, grain commission; born, Guelph, 
Ont., Can., Jan. i, 1865; son of Edward and Delia (McAvoy) O'Donnell ; 
educated at St. Aloysius College, Guelph ; married at Niagara Falls, Ont., 
1888, Sarah Howe. Came to Detroit, 1889; began active career as in- 
spector for Trunk Line Association ; entered grain business, with J. S. 
Lapham & Co., 1895, continuing until 1903 ; vice president Dumont, Rob- 
erts & Co., grain receivers and shippers, 1903-7; since Sept. i, 1907, in 
grain business for self. Member Detroit Board of Trade. Recreation: 



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Automobiling. Office: 519-520 Chamber of Commerce Bldg. Residence: 
124 15th St. 

O'DONNELL, James H., secretary and treasurer Schroeder Paint 
and Glass Co. ; born, Detroit, Sept. 2.-^, 1861 ; son of James and Johanna 
(Fitzgerald) O'Donnell ; educated in public schools of Detroit; married 
at Detroit, May 26, 1897, Miss Margaret Glass (died, June 4, 1903). Be- 
gan active career in accounting department of Michigan Central R. R. 
and later was connected with accounting department of the Peninsular 
Car Co. ; became identified with American Eagle Tobacco Co., wholesale 
tobacco, 1880; joined with Mr. Schroeder and started the Schroeder Paint 
and Glass Co., 1897, in which has since continued. Member Commercial 
Club, Detroit Paint, Oil and Varnish Club (president), Detroit Credit 
Men's Association. Catholic. Member Knights of Columbus, R. A., 
C. M. B. A. Recreations : Boating and other outdoor diversions. Of- 
fice: 44 Cadillac Sq. Residence: loi Pitcher St. 

O'FLYNN, Cornelius John, lawyer ; born, Detroit, Jan. 23, 1838 ; son 
of Cornelius and Mary Ann (Watson) O'Flynn ; educated in public and 
private schools of Detroit and at Georgetown College, Washington, D. 
C, degree of A. B., 1858 ; studied law and was admitted to the bar, Nov., 
1861 ; married, Detroit, June 8, 1863, Mary Josephine Taylor. Has prac- 
ticed in Detroit since 1861 ; one of the organizers of the People's Savings 
Bank ; trustee and clerk Mt. Elliott Cemetery ; ex-member Board of Edu- 
cation, Detroit. Democrat. Catholic. Recreation : Light reading. Of- 
fice : 201 Buhl Blk. Residence: Blodgett Terrace. 

O'HARA, Charles J., machinery; born, Toledo, O., May 7, 1854; son 
of Charles and Elizabeth (Knaggs) O'Hara; educated in public school, 
Christian Bros. College, Chicago, and at Farmer's College, College Hill, 
near Cincinnati, O ; married at Greenwich, R. I., Oct. 23, 1889, Jane 
Way Howland. Has been identified with machinery business since he 
was 17 years of age; came to Detroit, 1887; treasurer C. C. Wormer & 
Co. since its organization in 1889. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Office: 99-101 Woodbridge, W. Residence: 73 Delaware Av. 

OHLIGER, Willard, chemist ; born, Wooster, O., Nov. 26, 1877 ; son 
of Louis P. O. and Emma (McClure) Ohliger; educated at University 
of Wooster, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia College of Phar- 
macy, receiving degree of Ph. D., 1900; married at Wooster, O., June 11, 
1892, Agatha Hard. Entered scientific department of Parke, Davis & 
Co., Detroit, 1900; became connected with Frederick Stearns & Co. as 
experimental chemist, 1901, and has been chief chemist and director of 
manufacturing since 1904. Democrat. Episcopalian. Member Detroit 
Chemical Society, Society of Chemical Industry (London), American 
Pharmaceutical Association, Beta Theta Pi (University of Pennsyl- 
vania). Member Ohio Society. Mason (Ebenezer Lodge, Wooster). 
Club : Detroit Boat. Office : Frederick Stearns & Co. Residence : 75 
Medbury Av. 



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OLIN, Rollin Carolus, physician ; born, Waukesha, Wis., Aug. 17, 
1839; son of Thomas H. and Sarah A. (Church) Olin ; educated in public 
schools of Waukesha until about 11; at Professor Root's private school, 
two years; Preparatory Department, Carroll College, Waukesha, two 
years; moved to Northfield, Minn., and attended Minnesota State Normal 
School, i860, and spring of 1861 ; graduate Medical Department, Univer- 
sity of Michigan, degree of M. D., June, 1877; married at Syracuse, N. Y., 
June 15, 1887, Grace E. Hillis. Enlisted as private in Co. B, 3d Minne- 
sota Volunteer Infantry, Aug. 12, 1861 ; commissioned 2d lieutenant, 
Sept. 12, 1861, ist lieutenant. May 16, 1862, captain and assistant adjutant 
general U. S. Volunteers, Mar. 11, 1863; mustered out and honorably dis- 
charged, Feb., 1866. Taught school, 1859-61; book seller, 1867; book- 
keeper in bank, 1865-72; grain buyer, 1873-74; has engaged in practice 
of medicine at Detroit since June, 1877. Homeopath. Member Ameri- 
can Institute of Homeopathy, Michigan State Homeopathic Association, 
Practitioners' Club, Detroit. Member of Detroit Post. No. 318, G. A. R., 
and Loyal Legion, Michigan Commandery. Club : Old Club of St. Clair 
Flats. Recreations: Fishing and shooting. Office: 32 W. Adams Av. 
Residence: no Henry St. 

O'NEIL, Charles Stewart Pamell, laAvyer; born, Detroit, Sept. 26, 
1883 ; son of John James and Mary Ann (Dwyer) O'Neil ; educated at 
Our Lady of Help parochial school ; A. B., Detroit (Jesuit) College, 1907, 
A.M., 1906; LL. B., Detroit College of Law, 1906; unmarried. Has 
practiced in Detroit since July i, 1906; member of firm of McHugh & 
O'Neil. Republican. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 705-707 
Majestic Bldg. Residence: 187 Jos. Campau Av. 

OSBORN, Frank Conrad, president and manager F. C. Osborn Co.; 
born, Bridgeport, N. Y., Dec. 10, 1856; son of Ozias and Mary C. (Her- 
bener) Osborn ; educated in public schools, Cazenovia (N. Y.) Seminary 
and Syracuse University, graduating, degree of Ph. B., 1885 ; married at 
Huntington, Ind., June 22, 1891, Laura A. Freele. Taught in public 
schools, Fayetteville, N. Y., 1880-82 ; traveling representative Ginn & Co., 
publishers school and college text books, Illinois, Indiana and Michigan, 
headquarters in Chicago, 1885-89; located in Detroit, 1889, and invented 
and designed several styles of cash registers and other machinery ; or- 
ganized the Osborn Cash Register Co., Ltd., 1896, and was secretary and 
mechanical superintendent of same until sold out to National Cash Reg- 
ister Co. in 1900; organized Standard Computing Scale Co., Ltd., 1889, 
to manufacture computing scales of his invention and design, and was 
general manager and secretary of same, 1889-01, when he sold out; or- 
design (now manufacturing round paper box machinery), and has been 
president and general manager of the company since time of its organiza- 
tion and incorporation ; on inventions staff of the National Cash Register 
Co., 1900-04; invented and put on the market the O. K. Computing Cheese 
Cutter, now made and marketed by the Standard Computing Co. ; has 
been granted thirty-six United States and foreign patents and has acted 



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as mechanical expert in a number of important patent suits. Republican. 
Member Delta Upsilon. Club: Peninsular Delta Upsilon. Office: 65-67 
Larned St., W. Residence : 64 Lawrence Av, 

OSBORNE, Fred S., banker and broker; born, Bloomington, Wis., 
May 13, 1867; son of Aaron S. and Virtue E. (Sealy) Osborne; educated 
in public schools of Bloomington. Began active career, ,1884, in Detroit 
office of George K. Sistares & Sons, bankers and brokers, New York, and 
later became manager of the office; junior partner Canieron, Currie & 
Co., bankers, 1892-02 ; has been in business on his own account as Fred S. 
Osborne & Co., since 1904. Secretary and treasurer Esperanza Cobalt 
Mines Co. Member Chicago Board of Trade, Chicago Mining Stock Ex- 
change, Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Member Masonic or- 
der (32°), Shrine. Clubs: Detroit, Fellowcraft. Office: Penobscot Bldg. 
Residence: 709 Brush St. 

OSIUS, George, manufacturer; born, Berncastel, Germany, Nov. 14, 
1859; son of Adolph and Albertine (von der Heyden) Osius; educated in 
public and high schools and private schools in Germany ; came to Amer- 
ica, 1878; married at Detroit, 1893, Elise Rickel. Engaged in book and 
publishing business, in Ann Arbor, Mich., as George Osius & Co., 1883- 
87; sold out to partner and became secretary, treasurer and director 
Michigan Ammonia Works, Detroit and Toronto, in which has been in- 
terested from time of organization, in 1886. Also vice president and di- 
rector H. W. Rickel & Co. ; director Citizens' Savings Bank, Standard 
Tie Co. Commissioner Detroit Public Library, appointed, 1900, reap- 
pointed, 1901, and 1907 (president, 1906). Member American Gas Insti- 
tute, Michigan Gas Association, Wisconsin Gas Association. Member 
Board of Commerce. Republican. Lutheran. Scottish Rite Mason, 
Shriner. Clubs: Fellowcraft, Harmonic. Recreation: Horticulture. Of- 
fice: Foot of Meldrum Av., Detroit. Residence: 227 Field Av., Detroit; 
summer residence: Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich. 

OWEN, John, manager John Owen estate; born, Detroit, Aug. 18, 
1861 ; son of John and Jane (Cook) Owen; educated in public schools of 
Detroit; married at Detroit, June 4, 1890, Blanche Fletcher. Began act- 
ive career in employ of the Detroit Dry Dock Co., 1885, continuing three 
years; has engaged in real estate business since 1888, as manager of 
properties; manager John Owen estate since 1895; secretary and treas- 
urer Cook Farm Co., Ltd. Republican. Episcopalian. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Athletic, Detroit Boat, 
Country Club of Detroit, Racquet and Curling. Recreation: Athletics. 
Office: 58 Lafayette Blvd. Residence: 1750 Jefferson Av. 

OWEN, John R., secretary Michigan Copper and Brass Co. ; born, 
Marcellus Falls, N. Y., July i, 1870; son of Edward and Jane (Row- 
lands) Owen; educated in public schools and business college, Syracuse, 
N. Y. ; married at Boston, July 19, 1900, Mrs. Nettie Hadsell Andrus. Be- 
gan active career in employ of wholesale hardware house, Syracuse, N. 



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Y., continuing, 1885-88; was with the Solvay Process Co., Syracuse, 
1888-95 ; Randolph & Clowes, Waterbury, Conn., 1895-98, and the Coe 
Brass Manufacturing Co., Torrington and Ansonia, Conn., 1898-1907; 
came to Detroit, 1907, and has since been secretary of the Michigan Cop- 
per and Brass Co. Republican. Unitarian. Mason. Recreation : Liter- 
ature. Office: 161 1 Jefferson Av., W. Residence: 722 Cass Av. 

OXTOBY, James Veech, lawyer ; born in town of North East, Pa., 
Dec. 30, 1872; son of Rev. John T., D. D., and Mary E. (Veech) Oxtoby ; 
educated in public and high schools, Saginaw, Mich., and Law Depart- 
ment, Uhiversity of Michigan, graduating, LL. B., 1895 ; married at De- 
troit, June 15, 1904, Genevieve Lennox. Began practice in Detroit, 1895, 
in office of Wilkinson & Post; became member of the firm, Jan. i, 1898, 
the title since being Wilkinson, Post & Oxtoby. Director and secretary, 
St. Clair Edison Co. and of the Washtenaw Light and Power Co. Repub- 
lican. Presbyterian. Member Detroit Bar Association, Michigan State 
Bar Association. Mason. Club: Detroit Boat. Office: McGraw Bldg. 
Residence : 34 Garfield Av. 

OXTOBY, Walter Ewing, lawyer; born in Erie Co., Pa., Oct. 19, 
1876; son of John T. (D. D.) and Mary (Veech) Oxtoby; educated in 
public schools of Saginaw and Ionia, Mich. ; LL. B., Law Department, 
University of Michigan, 1898; married, Grosse Pointe Farms, Detroit, 
June 12, 1906, Emma W. Schmidt. Has practiced in Detroit since 1898 
as member of firm of Keena, Lightner & Oxtoby. Treasurer Gabriel Con- 
crete Reinforcement Co. Republican. Presbyterian. Member Wayne 
County and Michigan State Bar associations. Member Board of Com- 
merce. Clubs: Country, Detroit Golf. Office: 901-904 Penobscot Bldg. 
Residence: 134 W. Alexandrine Av. 

PADBERG, John B. ; born, Detroit, Feb. 7, 1843; son of Bernard 
and Theresa (Maier) Padberg; educated in parochial and public schools 
and business college ; married at Detroit, Sept. 16, 1869, Catharine Ulrich. 
Began business career as clerk and bookkeeper, continuing until 1868; 
was teller in German-American Bank, 1868-82; in coal business, 1882-84; 
cashier Union National Bank, 1884-98 ; secretary and treasurer Ideal Toy 
Co. two years ; has been secretary and treasurer O'Leary-Padberg Litho- 
graphing Co. since Mar. 21, 1905. Also secretary U. S. Frumentum Co. 
Catholic. Recreation : Amateur gardening. Office : 39-41 Congress St., 
W. Residence: 689 Brush St. 

PADDOCK, Lewis H., lawyer; born, Detroit, Mar. 20, 1866; son 
of Benjamin H. and Anna L. (Sanger) Paddock; educated at Boston 
Latin School, Boston; Trinity College, Hartford, Conn., graduating de- 
gree of B. A., 1888, and A. M., 1892; Department of Law, University of 
Michigan, degree of B. L., 1893 ; married at Detroit, Apr. 12, 1898, Jes- 
sica Ferguson. Has been engaged in practice in Detroit since 1893; 
member law firm of Miller, Smith, Alexander & Paddock. Secretary 
Hygeia Filter Co., Detroit. Member Detroit Bar Association, Michigan 



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Bar Association. Member Psi Upsilon, Phi Beta Kappa. Clubs: De- 
troit, Detroit Boat, Old Club, Country, Racquet and Curling, Recrea- 
tions: Outdoor sports. Office: 1 124-1 132 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 
66 St. Aubin Av. 

PAIGE, Frederick Osgood, general manager Hartford Life Insur- 
ance Co. of Hartford, Conn.; born, Cincinnati, Sept. 25, 1863; son of Da- 
vid Osgood and Mary (Wiggins) Paige ; educated in public schools and 
business college; married at Detroit, 1890, Minnie Grant. Began active 
career as bookkeeper in boot and shoe house of Detroit, continuing for 
three years; was traveling salesman, paper and stationery, one year; 
established a paper business, 1884, under firm name of Beecher & Paige, 
one year later becoming Paige & Strachan, and three years later, Paige 
& Chope Co. ; firm incorporated, 1894, as Paige & Chope Co., of which he 
has since been president. Entered life insurance business, 1894, as man- 
ager for the Mutual Life Insurance Co., New York; continued until 
Sept., 1906, when he acquired an interest in the Hartford Life Insurance 
Co., of which he has since been general manager for Michigan, Northern 
Ohio and Indiana. Also president Reliance Motor Car Co. Republican. 
Baptist. Member Ohio Society, New England Society. Clubs : Detroit, 
Country, Automobile, Harbor Beach Resort Association. Recreation: 
Automobiling. Office: 406 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 11 15 Wood- 
ward Av. 

PAINE, De Forest, lawyer; born at Albion, Mich., Feb. 21, 1851 ; 
son of Asa Hammond and Jane (Hutchinson) Paine; attended Univer- 
sity of Michigan, class of 1874; LL. B., Law Department, University of 
Michigan, 1873; married at Saginaw, Oct., 1874, Ida R. Moore. Began 
practice in Saginaw, Mich. ; removed to Detroit, 1878, where he has since 
resided. Member Detroit Bar Association. Member Sons of American 
Revolution. Club: Detroit. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 720 
Penobscot Bldg. Residence : 52 Putnam Av. 

PAINE, George Hutchinson, promoter of industrial corporations ; 
born, Saginaw, Mich., Jan. 18, 1858; son of Asa H. and Jane W. (Hutch- 
inson) Paine; educated in public schools of Saginaw and for the bar; 
married at Yonkers, N. Y., 1894, Sadie H. Burnstine. Has devoted at- 
tention since 1896, principally to promotion of industrial enterprises; or- 
ganized the National Loan and Investment Co. of Detroit and was mana- 
ger of the company for ten years ; largely instrumental in consolidating 
the vehicle rubber tire business of the country and in consolidation of 
computing scale companies ; associated with Sherman R. Miller Consoli- 
dated Gas Machine Go's ; identified with a number of corporations as of- 
ficer and director. Democrat (independent). Episcopalian. Member 
Detroit Board of Commerce. Club : Country. Recreations : Outdoor 
sports. Office: 820 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 1 144 Cass Av. 

PALMER, Ervin, lawyer; born, Exeter, N. Y., Oct. 10, 1832; son 
of Gilbert and Hannah (Herkimer) Palmer; took preparatory college 
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of A. B., June 26, 1857, A.M., i860; married at Detroit, Dec. 25, i860, 
Emma L, Humphrey, who died, 1902. Has been in practice in Detroit 
since 1858; member of law firm of Palmer & Palmer. Elected circuit 
court commissioner, i860; member School Board, City of Detroit, four 
years; chief supervisor of elections by appointment of U. S. court, nearly 
entire time the law was in force. Republican. Congregationalist. Of- 
fice: 61 Buhl Bldg. Residence: 19 Montcalm St. 

PALMER, George Perry, lawyer; born, Detroit, July 13, 1868; son 
of Ervin and Emma (Humphrey) Palmer; graduate Cass School, 1880, 
Detroit High School, 1885 ; student at University of Minnesota, two 
years, 1888 and 1889; married at Detroit, Dec. 2, 1897, Adelaide Blodgett. 
Studied law and began practice in Detroit, 1893 ; member law firm of Pal- 
mer & Palmer, formerly assistant city attorney of Detroit and assistant 
corporation counsel. Republican. Congregationalist. Member Masonic 
order, Blue Lodge and Chapter. Club: Detroit Boat. Office: 61 Buhl 
Blk. Residence : 46 Seward Av. 

PALMER, Jonathan, Jr., lawyer; born, Flint, Mich., Aug. 6, 1869; 
son of Jonathan and Mary A. (Woodworth) Palmer; educated in public 
schools of Flint, Mich., Kalamazoo (Mich.) College, University of Michi- 
gan and Law Department, University of Michigan, degree of LL. B., 
1893 ; married, Detroit, June 14, 1898, Emily Corwin Warner. Has prac- 
ticed in Detroit since 1893; professor medical jurisprudence Detroit 
Homeopathic College. Member Detroit Bar Association. Republican. 
Baptist. Member Sons of American Revolution. Club : Detroit Boat. 
Office: 514 Moffat Bldg. Residence: 109 Theodore St. 

PALMER, Thomas Witherell, ex-U. S. senator ; born in Detroit, Jan. 
25, 1830; studied in University of Michigan; married at Detroit, 1855, 
Lizzie Pitts Merrill. Made pedestrian tour in Spain and traveled in South 
America ; afterward a merchant in Appleton, Wis. ; in real estate business 
in Detroit, 1853-5 ; later lumber merchant and mill owner in Michigan. 
Member Michigan board of estimates, Detroit, 1873; state senator, 1878; 
defeated for nomination for congress, 1876; defeated for nomination for 
governor, 1880; U. S. senator, 1883-9. Republican. President Water- 
ways Convention, Sault Ste. Marie, Aug., 1887; Ambassador Extraor- 
dinary and Minister Plenipotentiary to Spain, 1889-92; president World's 
Columbian Commission, 1892-3, Address : Palmer Park, Mich. 

PALMS, Charles Louis; born, New Orleans, La., June 2, 1871 ; son 
of F. F. and Celimene (Pellerin) Palms; educated in private schools, De- 
troit ; graduate Georgetown University, Washington, D. C, degree of 
Ph. B., 1889, later attending Harvard Law School ; married at St. Louis, 
1894, Miss Isabel de Mun Walsh. Completed school education, 1889, 
and traveled extensively in Europe ; returned to Detroit, 1892, and be- 
came associated with his father, F. F. Palms, in management of estate of 
Francis Palms (grandfather), who died, 1884; has been trustee and ad- 
ministrator of estate of his father (who died, 1905) and of his grand- 



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father, since death of father. President and treasurer Wayne Automo- 
bile Co.; vice president Commercial National Bank; secretary and treas- 
urer Detroit Journal Co. ; member executive committee Union Trust Co. ; 
director Cayuga Pressed Brick Co., Michigan Stove Co., Standard Tie 
Co., and Michigan Fire and Marine Insurance Co. Charter member De- 
troit Naval Reserves; member Michigan Naval Reserve Veterans. Re- 
publican. Catholic. Clubs: Detroit, Country, Bankers', Detroit Boat, 
University. Recreation : Golf. Office : Campau Bldg. Residence : 890 
Jefferson Av. 

PAQUETTE, Frederick; born, Detroit, Sept. 26, 1873; son of Ger- 
vais and Josephine (L'Etourneau) Paquette ; educated at St. Peter's 
parochial school, Mt. Clemens, Mich., and Detroit College, 1885-89. Pres- 
ident of Martin Maier & Co. since Dec, 1905. Formerly member old De- 
troit City Greys. Roman Catholic. Clubs: Commercial, Edgemere 
Yacht, Detroit Yacht. Office : 102 Woodward Av. Residence : 472 
Congress St., E. 

PARDRIDGE, Willard Edwin, merchant; born, Chicago, Oct. 15, 
1871 ; son of Edwin and Sarah (Swallow) Pardridge; educated in public 
schools and at Harvard School, of Chicago ; married at Chicago, Mar. 29, 
1893, Charlotte L. Budd. Began business career in Chicago as a member 
of the firm of Pardridge & Deeming; came to Detroit, 1896, since which 
time has been senior member of firm of Pardridge & Blackwell, depart- 
ment store. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Episcopalian. Clubs : 
Fellowship, Rushmere, Detroit Yacht. Recreations : Fishing, hunting, 
automobiling. Office : Farmer St. and Gratiot Av. Residence : 72 Bos- 
ton Blvd. 

PARKER, Aaron A.; born, Hamburg, N. Y., Mar. i, 1844; son of 
Horace and Virginia (Whitaker) Parker; educated in district schools of 
New York ; married at Detroit, Oct. 23, 1868, Mary Dennis. Followed oil 
prospecting and refining, in Pennsylvania fields, 1861-67; came to Detroit, 
Apr., 1867, and entered vessel business and forwarding, with uncle, the 
late Byron Whitaker ; became identified with coke shipping in the 70's 
and is treasurer Parker Brothers Co. Also president White Star Line ; 
treasurer and manager Buffalo & Detroit Transportation Co. ; director 
Dime Savings Bank. Office: 15 Atwater St., W. Residence: 171 Mc- 
Dougall Av. 

PARKER, Burton D., physician; born, Deerfield, Mich., Apr. 28, 
1876; son of Dayton and Ida (Cogswell) Parker; educated in public 
schools ; Detroit High School ; graduate Michigan Agricultural College, 
1893; M. D., Michigan College of Medicine and Surgery, 1897; married 
at Detroit, 1907, Tilla Louise Swales. Began practice in Detroit, 1897; 
professor physiology, Michigan College of Medicine and Surgery; in- 
terne and acting assistant surgeon U. S. Marine Hospital, Detroit, 1897- 
1902 ; director American Silica Co. Republican. President Michigan Sur- 
gical and Pathological Society; member American Medical Association, 
Michigan State and Wayne County Medical societies. Mason. Member 



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Michigan State Naval Brigade six years; served on board U. S. S. Yo- 
semite during Spanish-American War. Recreations : Outdoor sports. 
Office: 306 Fine Arts Bldg. Residence: 1220 Woodward Av. 

PARKER, Byron Whitaker; born, Hamburgh, N. Y., Aug. 28, 1853; 
son of Horace and Virginia (Whitaker) Parker; educated in country dis- 
trict school and by contact with business affairs ; married at Detroit, Nov. 
I, 1884, Louise E. Campau. Came to Detroit, 1870; began active career 
by working on dock, next as porter in Standard Bros.' hardware store, 
continuing until 1877; received first profits from handling Mackinaw 
straw braid ; bought small interest in old sailing vessel, spring of 1877, 
and has for many years been extensively engaged as boat owner and in 
coal business ; since 1893 has been president Parker Brothers, Ltd., 
wholesale and retail coal and coke, foundry supplies, etc. Also presi- 
dent Monarch Coal and Mineral Co., Interstate Sand Co. ; general mana- 
ger White Star Line Co. ; director Weyanoke Coal Co. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Club: Detroit. Recreation: Hunting. Office: 15 
Atwater St. Residence : 161 McDougall Av. 

PARKER, Dayton, physician and surgeon ; born, Dundee, Mich., 
Jan. 17, 1846; son of Morgan and Rossetta C. (Brinnigstool) Parker; 
educated in public schools. Medical Department, University of Michigan, 
and Detroit Medical College, M. D., 1876; married at Detroit, Dec. 30, 
1890, Belle Gould. Served in Civil War as member Co. K, 6th Michi- 
gan Heavy Artillery Volunteers, 1863-65 ; began practice of medicine at 
Blissfield, 1873 ! has been in practice in Detroit since 1887. President 
American Silica Co. since May, 1906, dealers in high grade glass sand; 
vice president Michigan College of Medicine and Surgery ; police sur- 
geon, Metropolitan Police Department, Detroit, 1901-06. Member Wayne 
County and Michigan State Medical societies, Michigan Surgical and 
Pathological Society, and of Michigan State Board of Corrections and 
Charities. Mason. Recreation: In bungalow on his farm. Office: 306 
Fine Arts Bldg. Residence: Wayne Hotel. 

PARKER, Deles Leonard, physician ; born, Marine City, Mich. ; 
son of Leonard Brooks and Jane (Sparrow) Parker; educated in public 
schools of Marine City, Ann Arbor High School, graduating, 1876; Ph. 
B., University of Michigan, 1881 ; M. D., Medical Department, Univer- 
sity of Michigan, 1883 ; post-graduate work in New York, 1890. Prac- 
ticed in Marine City until 1890, and after a period of study in New York 
located permanently in Detroit. Was surgeon Michigan Naval Brigade 
several years, and passed assistant surgeon, U. S. Navy during Spanish- 
American War. Democrat. Member Wayne County and Michigan 
State Medical societies, American Medical Association, Detroit Academy 
of Medicine. Clubs: Yondotega, Detroit Boat. Recreations: Hunting 
and fishing. Address : 559 Jefferson Av. 

PARKER, Edward H. ; born, Detroit, June i, 1865; son of Thomas 
A. and Elizabeth J. (Maxwell) Parker; educated at Trinity College 



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School, Port Hope, Ont., and Sheffield Scientific School, Yale University; 
married at Detroit, June 24, 1896, Eleanor C. Lyster. Was assistant en- 
gineer New York, New Haven & Hartford R. R. for two years after 
leaving college ; was connected with the Detroit Match Co. and later as 
assistant manager of the Detroit branch of the Diamond Match Co., for 
about eight years; secretary Detroit Sugar Co., 1900-05, and has been 
state agent United Surety Co. since 1905. Also president Detroit Range 
Boiler Co. ; treasurer of the Parker Estate Co., Ltd. Member Board of 
Fire Commissioners, Detroit, 1896-1900. Republican. Episcopalian. 
Member Masonic order. Knights Templar, Delta Psi. Clubs: Detroit, 
Yondotega, Country, University, Detroit Boat, St. Anthony. Office: 1134 
Majestic Bldg. Residence : 1699 Jefferson Av. 

PARKER, Edward L., secretary and manager Pittsburg Shafting 
Co.; born, Detroit, July 20, 1881 ; son of Clark and Alice (Moody) Par- 
ker; educated in Detroit public schools; married at Detroit, July 6, 1902, 
Irene A. Dwyer. Began active career in employ of Parker, Webb & Co., 
Detroit ; became bookkeeper for Pittsburg Shafting Co., jobbers of steel, 
1902, and has been secretary and manager of the company since Mar., 
1907. Also secretary Palmer-Bee Co., Detroit. Member I. O. O. F. Rec- 
reation: Baseball. Office: 39-41 E. Atwater St. Residence: 96 Leices- 
ter Court. 

PARKER, John Marshall, lawyer ; born, Ann Arbor, Mich., Nov. 25, 
1875; son of Franklin L. and Lucy (Stow) Parker; educated in public 
schools and at University of Michigan, graduating, B. L., 1898, LL. B., 
1900. Has practiced in Detroit since 1900; vice president Detroit Steel 
Pulley Co. Republican. Member Detroit Bar Association. Club : Uni- 
versity. Office: 612 Moffat Bldg. Residence: 201 Pasadena Apts. 

PARKER, Morgan, physician; born, Blissfield, Mich., Mar. 9, 1880; 
son of Dayton and Ida (Cogswell) Parker; educated in public and high 
schools of Detroit ; M. D., Michigan College of Medicine and Surgery, 
1901 ; married at Detroit, Aug. 12, 1905, Edna Merrell. Has practiced 
in Detroit since 1901 ; elected coroner of Wayne Co., 1904, reelected, 1906. 
Republican. Universalist. Member Wayne County and Michigan State 
Medical societies, American Medical Association. Mason; member B. P. 
O. E. Office: 306 Fine Arts Bldg. Residence: 82 Claremont Av. 

PARKER, Ralzemond A., lawyer; born, Genessee Co., Mich., Feb. 
17, 1843; son of Asher B. and Harriet N. (Castle) Parker; educated in 
common schools ; academy, Birmingham, Mich. ; Michigan State Normal 
School, Ypsilanti ; Law Department, University of Michigan, degree of 
LL. B., 1872; married, Genessee Co., Mich., Sept. 24, 1869, Sarah E. 
Drake. Member Co. E, 17th Michigan Volunteer Infantry (Stonewall 
Regiment), first brigade, first division 9th Army Corps in War of Rebel- 
lion ; served as deputy county clerk, Oakland Co., Mich., 1867-69 ; re- 
moved to Detroit, 1872; engaged in the general practice of law and has 
made a specialty of patent law since 1890; member firm of Parker & Bur- 



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ton since 1882, Member faculty Detroit College of Law, lecturer on pat- 
ent law and trade marks. Member Board of Commerce. Republican. 
Member Michigan and Detroit Bar associations, Engineers' Club of 
America. Trustee Detroit Association of Charities (ex-president). Mem- 
ber Post No. 17, G. A. R., Detroit; for many years active in the adminis- 
tration of state and national affairs of the G. A. R. Clubs : Detroit Au- 
tomobile, Automobile Club of America. Recreation : Motoring. Office : 
603-607 Moffat Blk. Residence: 2875 Grand Blvd. 

PARKER, Walter Robert, physician ; born, Marine City, Mich., 
Oct. 10, 1866; son of Leonard Brooks and Jane (Sparrow) Parker; edu- 
cated in public schools of Marine City and at Michigan Military Acad- 
emy, to 1883; B. S., University of Michigan, 1888; M. D., University of 
Pennsylvania, 1891 ; spent three years in hospital ; professor ophthalmol- 
ogy. University of Michigan ; attending ophthalmologist Woman's Hos- 
pital ; consulting ophthalmologist Board of Health, City of Detroit. Mem- 
ber Wayne County and Michigan State Medical societies, American 
Medical Association, Detroit Academy of Medicine, Detroit Ophthalmic 
and Otologic Club. Served as ensign in U. S. Navy during Spanish- 
American War. Clubs: Detroit, University, Country, Detroit Boat. Of- 
fice: 912 Chamber of Commerce. Residence: The Palms. 

PARSHALL, Homer E., dentist; born, Detroit, 1864; son of James 
and Coroline (Finney) Parshall ; educated, high school, Pontiac, Mich.; 
D. D. S., University of Michigan, 1888; Angle School of Ortodontia, St. 
Louis, Mo., 1905 ; married at Stuttgart, Germany, 1894, Lily Eitel. Prac- 
ticed in Berlin, Germany, ten years; has been located in Detroit since 
1902. Member Michigan State and First District Dental societies. Clubs : 
Fellowcraft, Wayne, Detroit Boat. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Of- 
fice: 701 Washington Arcade. Residence: 31 Charlotte Av. 

PARSONS, Laban A.; born, Yates Co., N. Y., Dec. 5, 1848; son of 
Alanson L. and Alvira (Green) Parsons; educated in union school and 
Canandaigua (N. Y.) Academy; widower. Born and reared on a farm; 
removed to Grass Lake, Mich., 1872, and continued farming until 1884, 
when he entered grain commission business; came to Detroit, 1900; 
member grain firm of Parsons & Hobart since 1887. Member Detroit 
Board of Trade. Republican. Congregationalist. Member Masonic or- 
der, R. A. Club : Wayne. Office : 406 Chamber of Commerce. Resi- 
dence : 778 2d Av. 

PATON, Henry W.; born, Armada, Mich., Nov. i, 1866; son of John 
H. and Sarah E. (Wilson) Paton ; educated in graded and high schools, 
Almont, Mich., and freshman and junior years State Normal School, 
Ypsilanti, Mich., to June, 1892 ; married at Almont, July 19, 1893, Caroline 
S. Hardy. Began active career as clerk in general store, at Almont, 
Aug. 14, 1882, remaining there eight years; entered carriage business 
Aug. 14, 1892, in same location with which he is now identified, present 
corporation succeeding, of which he has been vice president since Sept. 



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I, 1903. Also secretary Michigan-Alaska Development Co. Independ- 
ent in politics. Congregationalist. Member Masonic order, Maccabees. 
Recreation: Driving good horses. Office: Clay and St. Aubin Avs. Resi- 
dence : 123 Atkinson Av. 

PATRIARCHE, Arthur, railway official; born on Isle of Jersey, 
June 13, 1849; son of William Phillip and Catherine (LeGeyt) Patriarche; 
married at Hamilton, Ont., 1871, Miss C. E. MacKelcan. Began railway 
service, 1872, and was agent Flint & Pere Marquette Rd., at Bay City, 
Mich., 1875-82, general Western agent at Milwaukee, Wis., 1882-83, as- 
sistant general freight agent, 1883-86, general freight agent, 1886-91, 
traffic manager, same road, 1891-1900; traffic manager Pere Marquette 
Rd., 1900-04, freight traffic manager, 1904-05, general traffic manager, 
same road, since Nov. 11, 1905. Clubs: Detroit, Fellowcraft, Transporta- 
tion. Office : 3d Av. and Fort St., W. Residence : 42 Palmer Av., W. 

PATTERSON, John E., real estate agent, executor and trustee; 
born, Shelby, O., Mar, 12, 1854; son of James and Margaret E. (McDon- 
ald) Patterson ; educated in public schools of Columbus, O., and St. 
John's College, Fordham, N. Y. ; married at Cincinnati, O., Dec. 17, 
1878, Anna E. K. Neil. Began active career in coal business, at Colum- 
bus, O. ; purchased interest in The Patterson Coal Co., and after spending 
several years in the office became superintendent of the Patterson Coal 
Co. Mines at New Straitsville, O., continuing for three years; sold out 
interest and engaged in coal business in Cleveland for two years, when 
he located in Detroit and engaged in general real estate business. Be- 
came agent for the Brush estate, Dec. i, 1889, and still continues as agent 
and manager; also agent for E. M. Frelinghuysing; was executor and 
trustee for estate of John G. Neil, of Ohio, and Hon. William G. Thomp- 
son, of Detroit. Member Detroit Board of Commerce, Detroit Real Es- 
tate Board, Ohio Society of Detroit, the Michigan Association. Repub- 
lican. Episcopalian. Clubs : Detroit Boat, Old Club. Recreations : 
Hunting and fishing. Office: 206 Randolph St., Detroit. Residence: 
27 Garfield Av., Detroit ; summer, St. Clair Flats, Mich. 

PAYNE, Isaac N., lawyer; born. Port Clinton, O., Oct. 27, 1854; 
son of Benjamin D. and Mary R. (Baldwin) Payne; educated at Berea 
College, O. ; Ohio Wesleyan University, Delaware, O. ; University of 
Michigan, graduating, degree of A. B., 1881 ; married at Ann Arbor, 
1882, Nellie A. Stanley. Lived on farm in Ohio up to 1877 ; studied law 
and was admitted to bar, at Ann Arbor, 1882; has practiced in Detroit 
since 1882. Treasurer Marengo Portland Cement Co. Ex-member Board 
of Estimates, Detroit. Member Detroit Bar Association. Republican. 
Methodist. Office: 603 Whitney Bldg. Residence: 31 Milwaukee Av., 
East. 

PAYNE, Thomas William, lawyer; born, Lee, Mass., Sept. 10, 1876; 
son of Michael and Elizabeth (Kennedy) Payne; educated in public 
school, high school and academy at Lee, graduating from the latter, 1895 ; 



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studied law under Lyman B. Trumbull, Jackson, Mich., and received de- 
gree of LL. B., from Detroit College of Law, 1905 ; married at Jackson, 
Mich., May 7, 1898, Grace M. Smith. Began active career as special 
newspaper correspondent, Lee, Mass. ; came to Michigan, 1895 ; was mem- 
ber Michigan National Guard and served in Co. D, 31st Regiment, at 
time of Spanish-American War, acting also as correspondent; returned 
to Jackson, Mich., 1899, and engaged in telephone business; removed to 
Detroit in interest of Bell Telephone Co., 1902; has practiced law since 
1905, as member of firm of Payne & Pokorny. President Panhandle Elec- 
tric Railway and Power Co., Spokane, Wash. Roman Catholic. Mem- 
ber B. P. O. E. and Knights of Columbus. Recreations : Hunting and 
fishing. Office: 418 Moffat Bldg. Residence: 150 Calumet Av. 

PEARSON, Justice Richard, president Real Estate Trust Co. ; born. 
White Lake, Mich., Apr. 5, 1868; son of Alfred Benjamin and Marie An- 
toinette (Toms) Pearson ; educated in public schools of White Lake, 
Pontiac and Ovid, Mich., and Detroit Business University ; married at 
Detroit, Jan. 2, 1906, Bessie Louise Day. Was bookkeeper Farnsworth's 
Shoe House, Detroit, 1888-91, and bookkeeper Central Savings Bank, 
1891-96; entered real estate and investment business, 1895, and is at head 
of the Real Estate Trust Co. (established, 1906), dealers in real estate, 
stocks, bonds and securities, as principal and as agent; also head of J. R. 
Pearson & Co., dealers in mining properties. Republican. Protestant. 
Member Corinthian Lodge No. 241, F. & A. M. Recreations: Hunting 
and fishing, also golf. Office: 1013-1014 Chamber of Commerce. Resi- 
dence : 359 W. Grand Blvd. 

PEARSON, William F.; born, Waterloo, N. Y., June 25, 1857; son 
of William and Elizabeth (Miller) Pearson ; educated in public schools 
of Waterloo; married at Saginaw, Mich., 1900, Lyda Craig. Began active 
career in insurance business, at Waterloo, continuing for ten years ; re- 
moved to Saginaw, 1890, and organized the U. S. Health and Accident 
Insurance Co., of which he was president until he retired, 1903 ; located 
in Detroit and organized The Dreamland Doll Co., 1904. Democrat. 
Presbyterian. Club : Fellowcraft. Recreation : Baseball. Office : 66 
Jefferson Av. Residence: 134 Lothrop Av. 

PECK, Albert F. ; born, Port Jervis, N. Y., Sept. 8, 1863 ; son of Au- 
gustus H, and Eliza J. (Bullock) Peck; educated in public schools of Port 
Jervis and at Eastman Business College, Poughkeepsie, N. Y. ; widower. 
Came to Detroit, 1884; entered steamboat business with the Northwest- 
ern Transportation Co., continuing until 1888; assisted in organizing firm 
of Beecher, Peck & Lewis, 1888, in which has since continued ; vice presi- 
dent Northwestern Transportation Co. ; director Detroit United Bank. 
Republican. Presbyterian. Member Detroit Board of Commerce, De- 
troit Wholesalers' Association. Clubs: Detroit, Country, Detroit Boat, 
Detroit Golf, Old Club. Recreation: Automobiling. Office: 134-136 
Jefferson Av. Residence: 55 Hendrie Av. 



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PECK, George, banker; born, Lyme, Conn., Nov. 5, 1834; son of 
George R. and Elizabeth (Lee) Peck; educated in district school and at 
Essex Academy; married at Detroit, Oct. 28, 1858, Sarah F. Butler. Be- 
gan active career in dry goods business at Utica, N. Y. ; formed partner- 
ship with J. W. Frisbie and engaged in dry goods business in Detroit, 
1857, firm dissolved, i860, and he continued in business on Woodward Av. 
alone until 1887, when he retired on account of ill health and engaged in 
other lines of business. One of the organizers of the First National 
Bank, Old Detroit National Bank, The National Bank of Commerce, the 
American Exchange National Bank, and the Michigan Savings Bank, 
and has been president of the latter since 1881. Also president (since or- 
ganization) Edison Illuminating Co., Stewart Transportation Co., George 
B. Peck Dry Goods Co., Kansas City, Mo. (since death of son, George B. 
Peck) ; vice president Nelson, Baker & Co., Detroit White Lead Works ; 
director and member of the finance committee, Detroit Trust Co. ; di- 
rector and chairman auditing committee, Michigan Mutual Life Insur- 
ance Co. ; director and chairman Detroit Fire and Marine Insurance Co. ; 
director and treasurer Peninsular Electric Light Co. ; financial agent in 
charge of endowment funds of the Protestant Orphan Asylum ; trustee 
and treasurer of Home and Day School. Republican. Presbyterian. Rec- 
reation : Helping orphan children. Office : Michigan Savings Bank. 

PELTIER, Charles F., general insurance and adjusting; born, De- 
troit, Oct. 6, 1844; son of Charles and Eliza V. (Cicotte) Peltier; edu- 
cated in Capitol and Barstow schools, Detroit, Gregory's Commercial Col- 
lege, and Dr. Solden's Private School; unmarried. Began in business 
with his father under firm name of Charles Peltier & Son, general insur- 
ance agents ; succeeded to the business, upon death of his father, Sept. 
22, 1871, and has since conducted the oldest established insurance agency 
in Detroit; also acts as adjuster. Director Michigan Fire and Marine In- 
surance Co. Member Board of Commerce (charter member). Club: De- 
troit. Recreations : Fishing and boating. Office : 82 Griswold St. Resi- 
dence: 138 McDougall Av. 

PELTON, Charles E. ; born on farm in La Peer Co., Mich., May 6, 
1873; son of Richard De Warren and Clarinda (Butler) Pelton ; public 
school education ; married at Au Sable, Mich., July 18, 1894, Emma Lud- 
lan. Lived on farm until 17; clerked in clothing store at Au Sable one 
year ; was engaged in lumber business at Au Sable, 1894-98, and owned 
millinery goods store at Oscoda, Mich., during same time; removed to 
Detroit, 1898, and entered factory of Crescent Machine Co., became sec- 
retary, 1905, and director, 1907. Republican. Recreations: Baseball 
and fishing. Office: 1 144-1 150 Trumbull Av, Residence: 804 Trumbull 
Avenue. 

PENCE (D. D.), Rev. Edward H., pastor Fort St. Presbyterian 
Church. Address: 155 Fort St., W. 

PENDLETON, Edward Waldo, lawyer; born, Camden, Me., May 
22, 1849; son of George and Susan (Johnson) Pendleton; educated at 



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Gorham (Me.) Academy; Bowdoin College, Brunswick, Me.; University 
of Michigan, 1870-72, degrees of A. B. and A. M., Law Department, same 
university, 1874; married at Detroit, Sept, 11, 1901, Miss Catharina M., 
daughter of Thomas Berry. Was superintendent of public schools, Owos- 
so, Mich., 1872-73, and later instructor in classics in Detroit High School; 
studied law in office of Hon. C. I, Walker, Detroit, and was admitted to 
the bar, 1876. President Detroit Board of Water Commissioners; trus- 
tee Detroit Art Museum. Republican. Member Alpha Delta Phi (col- 
lege fraternity). Society of Colonial Wars. Clubs: University, Detroit 
Boat, Country (Detroit). Recreations: Literature, history and foreign 
travel. Office: 1106 Penobscot Bldg., Detroit. Residence: iioo Jef- 
ferson Av., Detroit; summer residence: Harbor Point, Mich. 

PENNY, Henry C, Jr. ; born, Detroit, Apr. 20, 1865 ; son of Henry 
C. and Mary Frances (Rabineau) Penny; educated in public and high 
schools; married at Detroit, Dec. 2, 1890, Mabel Buncher. Was con- 
nected with the Merchants' and Manufacturers' National Bank, 1886-93 '> 
engaged in insurance business until Jan., 1904, since which time he has 
been a member of the firm of Whitaker Bros. & Penny, also state agents 
for Fidelity and Deposit Co. of Maryland. Member Detroit Board of 
Commerce, Fire Underwriters' Association. Paymaster Michigan State 
Naval Brigade for nine years ; served in Spanish-American War. Repub- 
lican. Club : Old Club. Recreations : Yachting and outdoor diversions. 
Office: 613-618 Chamber of Commerce. Residence: 220 Ferry Av. 

PEOCOCK, George L., coal, wood and ice; born, Detroit, Mar. 5, 1865; 
son of Leister and Martha ( Wigney) Peocock ; educated in public schools 
of Detroit; married at Centerville, Mich., Sept. 6, 1893, Eleanor Hazard. 
Was junior member of firm of Peocock & Son, coal dealers, 1885-90; upon 
consolidation of his firm. Hall & Ashley and Pittmans & Dean, 1890, as 
one stock company, under the name of Pittmans & Dean Co., he became 
its vice president. Methodist. Club : Detroit Boat. Recreation : Boat- 
ing. Office: 8-10 Adams, W. Residence: 158 Van Dyke Av. 

PESSANO, Antonio C.; born, Philadelphia, July 3, 1857; son of An- 
tonio D. and Elizabeth (Ogden) Pessano; educated in Philadelphia High 
School, F""ranklin Institute of Technology and under private tutors in 
mechanical drawing, chemistry and mathematics; married at Philadel- 
phia, Sept. 22, 1880, Elizabeth A. Walker. President and general mana- 
ger Great Lakes Engineering Works; president Seamless Steel Bath 
Tub Co. Republican. Presbyterian. Member Detroit Engineering So- 
ciety, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Society of Naval Archi- 
tects and Marine Engineers, National Association of Manufacturers, Na- 
tional Founders' Association, National Metal Trades Association, Em- 
ployers' Association of Detroit, Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs : 
Detroit, Country; Union (Cleveland) ; Engineers' (New York). Recrea- 
tions : Boating, fishing, golf. Office : Great Lakes Engineering Works, 
Detroit. Residence : 652 Jefiferson Av., Detroit ; summer home : Cape 
May, N. J. 



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PETERS, Louis, leaf tobacco ; born, Pommerania, Germany, 1843 ; 
son of Adam and Elizabeth (Krinke) Peters; educated in public schools 
of Germany; came to America, i860; married at Detroit, 1869, Mary 
Schnitker. Learned wagon making trade and worked at it for seven 
years; became connected with Cremer Bros. & Co., wholesale tobacco 
and cigars, as member of the firm, 1881 ; succeeded to the business under 
firm name of Louis Peters, incorporated, 1900, as Louis Peters & Co., of 
which he has been president from time of incorporation. Republican. 
Protestant. Member I. O. O. F. Recreation: Traveling. Office: 219- 
221 Jefferson Av. Residence: 171 Seminole Av. 

PETERS, Louis A.; born, Detroit, Sept., 1870; son of Louis and 
Mary (Schnitker) Peters; educated in public schools and business col- 
lege, Detroit; married at Walkerville, Ont., 1898, Clara Ellis. Entered 
tobacco business established by his father, at age of 17, and was given an 
interest in the business, 1891, and admitted to partnership, 1894; has been 
secretary and treasurer of the company since its incorporation, 1900, as 
Louis Peters & Co. Republican. Club: Detroit Boat. Office: 219-221 
Jefferson Av. Residence: 171 Seminole. Av. 

PETTIBONE, Charles A.; born in Livingston Co., Mich., Mar. 8, 
1848; son of Roswell and Letitia (Terhune) Pettibone ; educated in pub- 
lic schools of Howell, Mich. Began in dry goods business at Flint, Mich., 
1880; removed to Detroit and entered employ of Richard Macauley & Co., 
1880; assisted in organizing wholesale millinery firm of Polleck, Petti- 
bone & Chapman, 1889. Unitarian. Office: 185 Jefferson Av. Resi- 
dence : 92 Piquette Av. 

PETZ, John, president and superintendent Detroit Show Case Co. ; 
born, Germany, Feb. 19, 185 1 ; son of Christian and Sophia (Hildebrand) 
Petz; educated in Gymnasium, Germany; came to America, 1867; mar- 
ried near Monroe, Mich., 1872, Miss Adolphina Mach. Learned trade of 
cabinet maker in the old country and followed same in United States 
until 1872; entered employ of John Phillips & Co., show case manufac- 
turers, Detroit, 1872, and continued with the firm as superintendent for 
twenty-nine years; resigned, 1902, and founded the Detroit Show Case 
Co. ; bought out business of John Phillips & Co., July, 1907, and merged 
it into his own ; built modern factory at 490 Fort Street, West. Repub- 
lican. German Lutheran. Member Lutheran Bund of Michigan (presi- 
dent since 1894). Recreation: Automobiling. Office: 490 Fort St., W. 
Residence: 397 Jos. Campau Av. 

PFEIFFER, Conrad; born in Germany, Mar. 7, 1854; son of Conrad 
and Elizabeth Pfeiffer; educated in public schools of Germany; came to 
America, 1871, and located in Detroit; married at Detroit, 1880, Miss 
Louisa Cramer. Began active career by learning the brewer's trade with 
the Kling Brewing Co.; later was connected in various capacities with 
the Goebel and other brewing companies ; organized and established the 
C. Pfeiffer Brewing Co., in 1889, and has since continued as its presi- 



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dent. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Member Turn 
Verein. Office : 940 Beaufait Av. Residence : 908 Beaufait Av. 

PHELPS, Oliver; born at Canandaigua, N. Y., Dec. 12, 1859; son 
of Oliver and Sara Humes (Porter) Phelps, daughter of Gov. George B. 
Porter; Ph. B., Yale University, 1881 ; married at Dubuque, la., Dec. 15, 

1881, Sarah Porter Shissler. Read law for two years; came to Detroit, 

1882, and was connected with the Michigan Car Co., until it was con- 
solidated with the American Car and Foundry Co., in 1898; was general 
manager of The Loraine Foundry Co., Ohio, 1898-1903; general West- 
ern sales agent M. A. Hanna & Co., since 1903. Republican. Clubs: 
Detroit, Yondotega, Detroit Boat. Office : 149 Jefiferson Av. Residence : 
134 McDougall Av. 

PHELPS, Ralph, Jr., lawyer; born, Detroit, Nov. 14, 1859; son of 
Ralph and Jane (Mackenzie) Phelps ; educated in public and high schools 
of Detroit and University of Michigan, graduating, degree of B. L., 1879. 
Has been engaged in practice in Detroit since Mar. 25, 1879. Member 
American Bar Association, Michigan State Bar Association ; vice presi- 
dent American Injector Co. ; director Home Savings Bank. Member 
Michigan National Guard for fifteen years, and of Governor Winan's 
military staff, title of assistant inspector general. Ex-police commis- 
sioner and ex-county treasurer; at present public library commissioner. 
Democrat. Protestant. Mason (32°), Knight Templar. Club: Detroit. 
Office: 17-18 Butler Bldg. Residence: 225 Trumbull Av. 

PICKELL, Charles Warren, insurance ; born, Hopewell Township, 
Ontario Co., N. Y., Sept. 25, 1856; son of William and Mary Elizabeth 
(Litchfield) Pickell ; educated in district schools; Grass Lake High 
School, Jackson Co., Mich., to 1874; State Normal School, Ypsilanti, 
graduating, classical course, 1879; married, Flint, Mich., Aug. 23, 1881, 
Lola May Paris. Taught school for ten years after leaving college, and 
was superintendent public schools of Middleville, Bronson, Elk Rapids 
and Ludington, also conducted state teachers' institutes; began in life 
insurance business for the Penn Mutual at Grand Rapids, Mich., 1888; 
has been manager Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Co. for Michi- 
gan since 1891. Honorary life member Canadian Life Underwriters' As- 
sociation (unanimously elected). Republican. Baptist. Member Ma- 
sonic order. Blue Lodge (Corinthian), Chapter (Monroe), Commandery 
(Damascus). Clubs: Detroit, Rushmere, Detroit Golf. Recreations: 
Fishing, hunting and golf. Office: 921 Chamber of Commerce. Resi- 
dence : 60 Virginia Av. 

PIERSON, F. Benjamin; born. Flat Rock, Mich., Apr. 13, 1863; son 
of Joseph A. and Susan R. Pierson ; high school education ; married at 
St. Paul, Minn., June 27, 1889, Marie E. Pears. Engaged for thirteen 
years in wholesale drug, paint and oil business, at St. Paul, Minn. ; has 
been local manager at Detroit for the National Lead Co. since 1899. 
President Sheet Steel Stamping Co. Member Detroit Board of Com- 



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merce. Mason (32°), Knight Templar, Shriner. Clubs: Detroit, De- 
troit Curling, Detroit Paint, Oil and Varnish. Recreations : Hunting 
and driving. Office: Cor. Wayne and Woodbridge Sts. Residence: 112 
Atkinson Av. 

PIERSON, Harry L.; born, Detroit, Apr. 21, 1865; son of Smith P. 
and Emma (Belding) Pierson; educated in public schools of Detroit; 
married at Detroit, Oct. 18, 1893, Carolyn Davison. Began business ca- 
reer in employ of Armstrong & Graham, and acted as traveling repre- 
sentative of the firm in territory comprising Michigan, Ohio and North- 
ern Indiana, 1883-90; organized, with Willis Hough, in 1890, the firm of 
Pierson & Hough, manufacturers and wholesale dealers in saddlery and 
harness. One of the organizers and member of the Detroit Board of 
Commerce (acted as secretary and member of the first executive com- 
mittee) ; corresponding secretary Y. M. C. A. Republican. Episcopalian. 
Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Boat, North Channel. Recreations: Fishing, 
hunting and boating. Office: 99-105 Jefferson Av., Detroit. Residence: 
Birmingham, Mich. 

PIKE, John Benjamin; born, Raleigh, Ont., Can., June 13, 1843; son 
of Sampson and Elizabeth (Rhodes) Pike ; educated in public schools of 
County Kent., Ont. ; married at Chatham, Ont., 1885, Miss Josie Forester. 
Began business career at Chatham, Ont., as manager Pike & Richardson 
Cooperage Co., continuing for fifteen years ; was president of Chatham 
Dredging Co. for five years ; manager for Barney, Pike & Co., dredgers, 
James River, Pa., for three years; manager British Columbia Draining 
and Dyking Co., Vancouver, B. C, 1891-93; returned East and located at 
Windsor, Ont. ; bought one-third interest in the Detroit Dredging Co., 
1894, and became manager ; has been president and manager of the com- 
pany since 1906. Conservative in politics. Presbyterian. Member Ma- 
sonic order, A. O. U. W. Recreations : North Anderson Shooting Club, 
Essex, Ont. Office: 305 Moffat Blk., Detroit. Residence: 10 Victoria 
Av., Windsor, Ont. 

PIKE, William R,; born, Ionia, Mich., Oct. 22, 1868; son of William 
B. and Lucy (Findlater) Pike; educated in public schools of London, 
Ont., Can. ; married at Greenville, Mich., 1905, Helen Neilsen. Began 
active career in wholesale hat business at London, Ont., later continuing 
in same business at Toronto, Ont. ; came to Detroit, 1890, and traveled 
for Henry A. Newland & Co. until 1899, when he assisted in organizing 
the firm of G. H. Gates & Co., of which he is a partner. Independent Re- 
publican. Presbyterian. Member Oriental Lodge No. 240, A. F. & A. M., 
Loyal Guard. Recreation : Trout fishing. Office : 190-192 Jefferson Av. 
Residence : 94 Lincoln Av. 

PINGREE, Frank C, shoe manufacturer ; born, Denmark, Me. ; son 
of Jasper and Adeline (Bryant) Pingree; educated in public school of 
Denmark, Me. ; married. Began active career in 1867 at Hopkinton, 
Mass., learning the trade of shoe manufacturing; came to Detroit, in 



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April, 1868, and entered employ of Pingree & Smith, shoe manufactur- 
ers, as foreman and superintendent; in 1884 became a member of the 
firm, continuing in active management of the manufacturing department; 
in 1902 firm was incorporated as The Pingree Co., and he became presi- 
dent and general manager. Member Board of Commerce; member ex- 
ecutive committee National Boot and Shoe Manufacturers' Association; 
member board of trustees First Congregational Church for past twenty 
years. Republican. Clubs: Detroit, Old, Country. Office: 102 Jefferson 
Av. Residence : 58 Eliot St. 

PINGREE, Hazen Stuart, Jr., shoe manufacturer; born, Detroit, 
May 20, 1877; son of Hazen S. and Frances (Gilbert) Pingree; educated 
at Detroit grammar and high schools, and University of Michigan. Has 
been engaged since beginning of his active career in manufacture of 
men's, women's and children's shoes, established by his father, 1866, and 
is vice president Pingree Co. Episcopalian. Member Alpha Delta Phi 
fraternity. University of Michigan. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Athletic, 
University, Old, Detroit Yacht, Detroit Boat, Harmonic Society. Rec- 
reations: Outdoor sports. Office: 102-104 Jeflferson Av. Residence: 
1020 Woodward Av. 

PIPP, Edwin G., managing editor Detroit News and the Sunday 
News-Tribune; born, Brighton, Mich., Nov. 17, 1864; son of Henry W. 
and Bertha (Buek) Pipp; educated in Brighton High School; married at 
Pierson, Mich., Oct. 15, 1884, Grace Gaylord (now deceased) ; again, De- 
troit, Sept. 26, 1907, Bess Bratton. Began active career at 16 in whole- 
sale hardware business, operating in Detroit, Buffalo and Bay City, Mich., 
until 27; editor of country weekly in Kansas, 1891-1902; removed to De- 
troit, 1902, and entered employ of The News as reporter; became city 
editor, Sept., 1904, and has been managing editor the Evening News As- 
sociation, publishers of the Detroit News and the Sunday News-Tribune, 
since June, 1905. Republican. Office: Detroit News. Residence: 674 
14th Av. 

PLAYFORD, George J., wholesale provisions ; born, London, Eng., 
July 2, 1856; son of Esau J. and Ellen (Camfield) Playford; came to 
America, 1867; educated in public schools of Detroit; immarried. Be- 
gan in provision business, 1887, with Webb Brothers, later incorporated 
as Parker, Webb & Co., pork packers, provision dealers and lard refiners, 
of which has been vice president since its incorporation in 1890. Also 
president Crescent Machine Co. Independent in politics. Episcopalian 
in religious belief. Mason, Knight Templar, Shriner. Club: Detroit 
Curling. Recreation: Curling. Office: 62-66 Grand River Av. Resi- 
dence : 723 Gd. River Av. 

POLK, Ralph Lane; born, Bellefontaine, O., Sept. 12, 1849; son of 
Rev. David Polk; educated in common schools and at Pennington (N. 
J.) Seminary; married, Sept. 17, 1877, Amelia Hopkins. Began active ca- 
reer on farm ; then clerk in grocery store at Trenton, N. J., later taking 



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charge of ice business for Patrick O'Neil of same city; enlisted as mu- 
sician in Co. G, 40th New York Volunteers, at 15 years of age, and re- 
mained in service seven months; mustered out at Hall's Hill, Va., Aug., 
1865. Came to Detroit after the war and organized firm of R. L. Polk 
& Co., publishers of state gazetteers and city directories. President Asso- 
ciation of American Directory Publishers. Republican. Presbyterian. 
Member Masonic order, Royal Arcanum, G. A. R., National Union. 
Clubs : Fellowcraft, Detroit Fishing and Hunting Association. Recrea- 
tions: Hunting and fishing. Office: 68 Griswold St. Residence: 91 
High St., E. 

POND, Ashley, lawyer; born, Wilmington, N. Y., Nov. 23, 1827; 
son of Jared and Statira (Bartlett) Pond; came with parents to Michi- 
gan, 1832, and settled on a farm in Branch Co. ; educated in district 
school, Wesleyan Seminary (now Albion College) and University of 
Michigan, graduating, 1854; married Miss Harriet L. Pearl. Studied law 
in office of E. C. & C. I. Walker, Detroit, and was admitted to the bar, 
1856; formed partnership with Jedediah Emmons, and later with John S. 
Newberry and Henry B. Brown, the latter now one of the justices of the 
U. S. Supreme Court. Practice has been confined almost exclusively to 
railway business. Office : 703 Union Trust Bldg. Residence : 546 Wood- 
ward Av. 

POST, Hoyt, lawyer; born, Tinmouth, Vt., Apr. 8, 1837; son of Ed- 
mund Russell and Almira Mariah (Collins) Post; educated in public 
schools of Rochester, N. Y., Dayton, O., and Detroit; academy, Birming- 
ham, Mich.; University of Michigan, degree of A. B., 1861, Law Depart- 
ment, same university, LL. B., 1863. Married at Detroit, Feb. 7, 1867, 
Helen Deborah Hudson. Came to Detroit with his parents, 1849; began 
practice of law in Detroit, 1863 ; member law firm of Wilkinson, Post & 
Oxtoby, successor to the firm of Wilkinson & Post, founded, Jan. i, 1867. 
Reporter Supreme Court, 1872-78; member Michigan Fish Commission 
for six years. President St. Clair Edison Co., Grosse Pointe Water 
Works, Peninsular Electric Light Co., East Side Electric Co. ; vice presi- 
dent Michigan Mutual Life Insurance Co., Detroit Steel Cooperage Co. ; 
director and member executive committee Michigan Fire and Marine In- 
surance Co. ; director Michigan Savings Bank, Plymouth United Savings 
Bank, Edison Illuminating Co., Washtenaw Light and Power Co., The 
Huetteman & Cramer Co., Standard Tie Co., Detroit Graphite Co., Telfer 
Coffee Co. ; member Board of Commerce. Republican. Memper Alpha 
Delta Phi (University of Michigan). Clubs: Wayne, University, Old 
Club, North Channel, Prismatic, Acanthus. Recreation: Fishing with 
flies. Office: 6-7 McGraw Bldg. Residence: 342 Cadillac Av. 

POST, Samuel; born, Ypsilanti, Mich., Nov. 9, 1834; son of William 
R. and Mary A. (Pardee) Post; educated in public schools of Ypsilanti; 
widower. Has been engaged in various branches of business at Yysilanti 
and Detroit since 14 years of age; manager of Detroit Soap Co., since 
1881 ; member Michigan Legislature, 1871-73 ; U. S. pension agent for 



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Michigan under Presidents Grant, Hayes, Garfield and ten months under 
President Cleveland. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. 
Episcopalian. Member Masonic order, Knights Templar, Detroit Post 
No. 384, G. A. R. (associate). Office: Foot of Leib St., Detroit. Resi- 
dence: Ypsilanti, Mich. 

POST, William R. ; born, Ypsilanti, Mich., May 6, 1858 ; son of Sam- 
uel and Amanda (Flower) Post; educated in public schools of Ypsilanti 
and State Normal School, Ypsilanti; married at Ypsilanti, 1882, Annie 
Rathfom. Came to Detroit, 1881, and has since been engaged in soap 
manufacturing; member Detroit Soap Co. Republican. Episcopalian. 
Club : Rushmere. Recreation : Fishing. Office : Foot of Leib St. Resi- 
dence: 175 Van Dyke St. 

POSTAL, Fred, hotel proprietor; born, Utica, Mich., Aug. 2, 1859; 
son of William F. and Eliza (Gray) Postal; educated in public schools; 
married at Evart, Mich., June 17, 1886, Minnie Southworth. Raised on 
farm until 19; learned hotel business at the Evart House, Evart, Mich.; 
removed to Detroit, 1895, and became proprietor of the Griswold House ; 
associated with Austin E. Morey, 1898, the firm owning the Griswold and 
the Oriental Hotels. Director Detroit Creamery Co., Lion Fence Co., of 
Adrian, Mich., and Evart Savings Bank, Evart, Mich. President Michi- 
gan State Agricultural Society since 1904; member Poor Commission, 
City of Detroit, for six years, Board of Commerce. Republican. Mason ; 
member B. P. O. E. Clubs: Harmonic, Detroit Yacht, Automobile. Rec- 
reation : Automobiling. Offi,ce : Griswold House. Residence : 89 Chan- 
dler Av. 

POTTER, Henry Camp, Jr., banker ; born. New Utrecht, N. Y., Nov. 
II, 1857; son of Henry Camp and Sarah (Farwell) Potter; educated in 
public schools of Saginaw, Mich., and Highland Military Academy, Wor- 
cester, Mass.; married, ist, Saginaw, Jan. 23, 1884, Bertha Hamilton 
(now deceased) ; 2d, at Montclair, N. J., Oct. 23, 1904, Madeleine Lockett 
Bedloe. Began active career as clerk in general passenger department 
and continued in general manager's office, Flint & Pere Marquette R. R., 
Saginaw, 1875-81 ; secretary, 1881-84, secretary and treasurer, 1884-1900, 
and comptroller, same road, 1900-July, 1901. Vice president State Sav- 
ings Bank, Detroit, July i, 1901-Jan. 8, 1907; vice president People's 
State Bank (consolidation State Savings and People's State Bank) since 
Jan. 8, 1907. Also president First Commercial and Savings Bank, Wyan- 
dotte, Mich., Pere Marquette Coal Co., Saginaw (and several subsidiary 
coal companies), Packard Electric Co., Ltd., St. Catharines, Ont. ; di- 
rector and member executive committee Security Trust Co., Detroit; di- 
rector Great Lakes Engineering Works, Home Telephone Co. (both of 
Detroit), Olds Motor Works and Olds Gas Power Co. (both of Lansing), 
Farmers' Handy Wagon Co., Saginaw. Member Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Republican. Congregationalist. Clubs: Detroit, Country, Wi- 
tenagemote. Office : Fort and Shelby. Residence : 666 Jefferson Av. 



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POTTS, James Henry, clergyman; editor; born, Ontario, June 12, 
1848; son of Rev. Philip and Fanny (Buck) Potts; educated at Simcoe, 
Ont., and Galesburg, Mich.; graduated Mayhew Business College, Al- 
bion, Mich., 1866 (A. M., Northwestern Univ. ; D. D., Albion College) ; 
married at Kalamazoo, Sept. 8, 1869, Alonza C. Cole, of West Le Roy, 
Mich. Served in 6th Michigan Volunteer Cavalry, 1865-66; taught 
school, 1866-69; licensed to preach and joined Michigan Conference 
M. E. Church, 1869; editorial work on Michigan Christian Advocate 
since 1877; delegate to General Conference, 1888, 1892, 1896, 1900, 1904; 
fraternal delegate General Conference Methodist Church of Canada, 
1894. Author: Pastor and People, 1879; Golden Dawn, 1880; Spiritual 
Life, 1884; Our Thrones and Crowns, 1885; Perrine's Principles of 
Church Government, 1887; Faith Made Easy, 1888; The Lord's Day Our 
Sabbath, 1890; Living Thoughts of John Wesley, 1891 ; Back to Oxford, 
1903; The Upward Leading, 1905; Sunshine All the Year, 1907. Ad- 
dress: 21 Adams Av., E. 

PRATT, Stephen A., manufacturer; born, Detroit, May 18, 1865; 
son of Stephen and Sarah J, (Gregg) Pratt; educated in public schools 
of Detroit; married at Detroit, 1896, Miss Effie M. Durkee. Began 
in manufacturing business with his father, 1881, and upon death of his 
father, March, 1907, became administrator of estate and manager of 
Stephen Pratt's Boiler Works, and brick works in West Detroit. Mem- 
ber Detroit Board of Commerce. Baptist. Office: 160-168 Beecher Av. 
Residence : 472 4th Av. 

PRENTIS, George Griffin, lawyer; born, Detroit, Oct. 25, 1870; 
son of George H. and Lovina C. (Griffin) Prentis; educated in Detroit 
public and high schools; University of Michigan, 1888-93, B. L., 1892, 
LL. B., 1893; married at Detroit, May 6, 1903, Edyth J. Lindsay. 
Engaged in practice of law, 1893-95; in insurance business, 1895-97; 
traveled for recreation, 1897-1902 ; returned to Detroit and entered 
into partnership for practice of law with William C. Manchester, as 
Manchester & Prentis, May i, 1902, until Dec. i, 1907, since then as 
Prentis & Mulford. Member Michigan Naval Reserves, 1894-97, Zeta 
Psi, Phi Delta Phi. Presbyterian. Club: University. Recreation: 
Fishing. Office: 65-67 Buhl Blk. Residence: 178 Baldwin Av. 

PRESTON, Charles Marvin, lawyer; born, Indianapolis, Ind., Sept. 
30, 1873; son of Spencer Nathaniel and Mary Eleanor (Hess) Preston; 
educated in Detroit high school, graduating, 1894, and Law Department, 
University of Michigan, LL. B., 1898. Began practice as member of 
firm of Atkinson, Kennary & Preston ; now practicing alone. Owner 
of The C. M. Preston Insurance Agency, general insurance. Member 
Sons of American Revolution. Republican as to politics ; Episcopalian 
in religious affiliation. Member Lambda Sigma and Phi Delta Theta. 
Club : Detroit Boat. Recreations : Boating, golf. Office : 922-924 Ma- 
jestic Bldg. Residence: 488 Cass Av. 



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PRICE, Fred T., real estate; born, Holland City, Mich., Feb. 14, 
1874; son of Alexander and Alzina (Padden) Price; educated in com- 
mon schools of Comstock, Mich., and Kalamazoo (Mich.) High School, 
graduating, June, 1894; married at Comstock, Mich., Dec. 31, 1900, 
Mamie L. Baker. Began active career in learning machinist's trade, 
in engine and automobile building, continuing until May, 1904, when 
he entered real estate (a business more to his liking), in employ of 
C. B. Hayes, of Kalamazoo; later began in real estate business on his 
own account ; then came to Detroit and became connected with the 
City and Suburban Homes Co., Ltd. ; now associated with J. R. Pear- 
son and W. J. Eddy in general real estate operations. Secretary Real 
Estate Trust Co. ; manager Michigan Needle Co. Democrat. Recrea- 
tion : Baseball. Office: 1013-1014 Chamber of Commerce. Residence: 
121 Lothrop Av. 

PRICE, William Henry, clergyman; born, Kokomo, Ind., July 10, 
1855 ; son of John and Anna D. (Wentz) Price; graduate Capital Univer- 
sity, 1878 (A. M.) ; German Lutheran Theological Seminary, Columbus, 
1883 ; married at Patricksburg, Ind., Sept. 25, 1884, Charlotte C. Schmalz. 
Pastor Evangelical Lutheran churches, Patricksburg, Ind., 1883-94; 
Waynesburg, O., 1894-96; organized, 1896, First Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Detroit, of which he is still pastor. English secretary for 
twelve years and statistician for eight years of the Evangelical Lutheran 
Joint Synod of Ohio and other states. Author: Life and Labors 
of Rev. Christian Frederick Schwartz. Editor: Evangelical Lutheran 
Almanac of Joint Synod of Ohio. Address : 875 Mt. Elliott Av. 

PRIDGEON, John, Jr., vessel owner; born, Detroit, Aug. i, 1852; 
son of John and Emma (Nicholson) Pridgeon ; educated at Barstow 
public school, academy of Prof. Bacon, and Detroit Business Univer- 
sity; married at Detroit, Dec. 10, 1874, Cora, daughter of William M. 
Edgar, of Pittsburg, Pa. In early life was associated with his father 
in the transportation business, operating a line of steamers in con- 
nection with the C. & G. T. R. R., called the Chicago & Sarnia Line, 
and when his father withdrew, he became connected with Parker Bros., 
organizing and operating transportation companies; sold out and was 
one of the organizers of the White Star Line, of which he is now 
treasurer and director; owned Detroit & Windsor Ferry Co., with his 
father, for years, and sold to present owners. Was vice president of the 
Detroit River Savings Bank, afterwards the Marine Savings Bank, 
which was merged into the Dime Savings Bank, of which he is a 
director; director Detroit & Milwaukee R. R. ; executor estate of John 
Pridgeon ; was member Detroit Park Board from 1883 until board was 
abolished ; member City Council, Detroit, and acted as its president, 
1885-87; mayor of Detroit, 1889-90 (the youngest mayor that has oc- 
cupied that office in Detroit) ; appointed by Governor Jerome, police 
commissioner, in 1890, and served until the police government was 
turned over to the city. Mason (32°), Shriner. Was for many years 



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treasurer Detroit Blue Ribbon Trotting Association. Club: Detroit. 
Recreations : Sailing, fishing, athletic sports, whist, fine dogs and horses. 
Office: 71 Buhl Blk., Detroit. Residence: 456 Woodward Av., Detroit; 
summer residence: Martha's Vineyard, Mass. 

PUNGS, William A-; born, Cologne, Germany, Apr. 25, 1850; son 
of Peter W. and Angeline (Quack) Pungs; came to America with 
parents, 1852, who located in Detroit ; educated in public schools of 
Detroit; married at Detroit, 1875, Miss Addie Coon. Has been engaged 
in machinery and railway supply business since the beginning of his 
active career; was traveling salesman, carriage and wagon supplies, 
for twelve years; organized the Michigan Railway Supply Co., manu- 
facturers of railway supplies, 1882, which was merged with the Chicago 
Ry. Equipment Co., 1899; founded the Anderson Carriage Co., 1895, and 
was its treasurer and general manager until 1898; president Central 
Savings Bank, 1898-1900; organized and founded, with others, the 
Pungs-Finch Auto and Gas Engine Company, successor to the Sintz 
Gas Engine Co. and the Michigan Yacht and Power Co. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Republican. Clubs: Fellowcraft, Rushmere, De- 
troit Athletic, Michigan. Recreations: Automobiling, yachting. Office: 
1524 Jefferson Av. Residence: 30 Ferry Av. 

PURDIE, Charles F., superintendent Michigan Wire Cloth Co.; 
born, Waterloo, N. Y., 1844; son of John and Dorcas B. (Williams) 
Purdie ; educated in public schools of Buffalo, N. Y. ; Highland Mili- 
tary Academy, Worcester, Mass. ; Lawrence Scientific School, Mass. ; 
U. S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, Md., graduating, 1868; married at 
Detroit, 1882, Miss Mary Bender. Served in engineers' corps, U. S. 
Navy, during which time he visited all the leading ports of the world; 
resigned from naval service, 1875, to engage in private business; came 
to Detroit, 1876, and for a number of years was connected with the 
old Detroit Safe Co. ; assisted in organizing the Michigan Wire Cloth 
Co., 1886, manufacturers of steel, iron, brass, copper, tinned and gal- 
vanized wire cloth, of which has since been superintendent. Member 
Masonic order. Recreations : Books, fishing. Office : Cor, Howard St. 
and Wabash Av. Residence: 500 Howard St. 

PUTNAM, Howard E.; born, Detroit, May 31, 1872; son of Thomas 
R. and Elizabeth (Van Vleit) Putnam ; educated in public schools of 
Detroit; unmarried. Formerly assistant secretary Detroit Chamber of 
Commerce ; became connected with the National Biscuit Co. and filled 
position of traveling auditor with headquarters in general office of the 
company at Chicago; returned to Detroit, 1905, and since Sept, 25, 1906, 
has been president of Gies Gear Co., manufacturers of Gies reverse 
gear. Member Masonic order (Terre Haute Lodge No. 19, Terre Haute, 
Ind.) ; Des Moines Lodge No. 98, B. P. O. E. Member Board of Com- 
merce. Club: Detroit Motor Boat. Office: 345-347 Bellevue Av, 
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PUTNAM, William Pitt, chemist; born, Belpre, O., Nov. 12, 1870; 
son of Israel W. and Harriet (Ripley) Putnam; educated in public 
schools, Belpre High School, Buchtel College, B, S., 1893, and two years 
study at Case School of Applied Science, Cleveland, O. ; married, De- 
troit, June II, 1900, Alice A. Fuller. Began practice in office of W. J. 
Rattle, Cleveland; engaged as mining engineer, 1894 and 1895, and in 
1896 was in Pittsburg with the Pittsburg Steel and Iron Co.; removed 
to Detroit, 1897, and for two years was identified with the Superior 
Charcoal and Iron Co. and later with the Michigan Malleable Iron Co. ; 
organized the Detroit Testing Laboratory, 1903, of which is president; 
director Great Southern Mica Co. Independent in politics. Universalist. 
Member American Chemical Society, Detroit Engineering Society, So- 
ciety of Detroit Chemists, Detroit Board of Commerce, Phi Delta Theta. 
Club: Detroit Boat. Office: 11 11 Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 75 
Owen Av. 

PYEATT, J. Samuel; born, Prairie Grove, Ark., Sept. 29, 1876; son 
of John C. and Julia A. (West) Pyeatt; educated at Prairie Grove 
Institute; unmarried. Began railway service as clerk in auditing de- 
partment Golf, Colorado & Santa Fe R. R. at Galveston, Tex., 1893, 
continuing until 1894; was assistant cashier Big Four Rd., at Cairo, 111., 
1894-95, bill clerk Missouri, Kansas & Texas R. R., St. Louis, 1895-96; 
secretary to general auditor same road, 1896-97; clerk general man- 
ager's office, Frisco Rd., 1897-98; secretary general superintendent Iron 
Mountain Rd., St. Louis, 1898-1900, chief clerk same office, 1900-02; 
chief clerk to manager Missouri Pacific System, 1902-05 ; superintendent 
Pere Marquete R. R., since IQ05. Democrat. Clubs: Detroit, Trans- 
portation, St. Thomas (Ont.), London (Ont.) Recreation: Horseback 
riding. Office: Pere Marquette Depot. Residence: Tuller Hotel. 

QUINBY, William Emory, editor; born, Brewer, Me., Dec. 14, 
1835; removed to Detroit with family when 15 years of age; A. B., 
University of Michigan, 1858, A. M., 1861 (LL. D., 1896) ; married at 
Detroit, Apr. 4, i860, Adeline Eraser (deceased, 1905). Became con- 
nected with Detroit Free Press, 1861 ; editor and chief owner, Free 
Press, 1873-1907; U. S. minister to Netherlands, 1893-97 (appointed 
by President Cleveland). Office: 910 Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 
'j'j'] Jefferson Av. 

RACE, U. Grant, lawyer; born, Milford, Mich., Oct. 12, 1864; son of 
Jehiel B. and Rhoda (Martin) Race; educated in public schools, Mich- 
igan State Normal School and Law Department, University of Mich- 
igan, graduating, LL. B., 1890; married, Hamburg, Mich., June 30, 
1887, Jennie G. Lake. Taught for two years in Michigan School for the 
Blind, Lansing, and was acting superintendent of the school, 1887-88; 
began practice of law in Detroit, 1890; formerly member firm of Barnes 
& Race, but since 1905 partner of Walter F. Haass, Ltd. Mem- 



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ber Detroit Bar Association, Board of Commerce. Republican. Pres- 
byterian. Office: 46 Home Bank Bldg. Residence: 43 Trowbridge Av. 
RACKHAM, Horace H., lawyer; born, Macomb Co., Mich., June 27, 
1858; son of Simon and Ann (Avery) Rackham ; educated in public and 
high schools of Mt. Clemens and Leslie, Mich. ; married, Fenton, Mich., 
Nov. II, 1887, Mary A. Horton. Began career as assistant cashier of the 
First National Bank, Leslie, Mich., 1878, for one year; came to Detroit 
and entered employ of Berry Bros. ; studied law and was admitted to 
the bar; practiced in Detroit since 1892. Director Ford Motor Co., 
Horton-Morehouse Co. Member Detroit Bar Association, Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Club : Detroit Athletic. Recreations : Fishing, lawn 
bowling. Office: 519 Mofifat Bldg. Residence: 44 Edison Av. 

RADFORD, George W., lawyer; born, Baldwinsville, N. Y., Apr. 
27, 1853 ; son of James and Lydia (Zimmerman) Radford ; educated in 
public schools of Calhoun Co., Mich. ; Olivet College, graduating, degree 
of B. S., 1874 (received degrees of M. S. and M. A. later) ; Law De- 
partment, University of Michigan, LL. B., 1876; married at Detroit, 
Oct. 26, 1879, Miss Laura F. Doolittle. Began practice in Detroit, 
September, 1876. Member Detroit, Michigan State and American Bar 
associations. Was trustee of Olivet College for twenty years. Demo- 
crat. Congregationalist. Mason (32°), Knight Templar, Shriner. Club: 
Detroit. Office: 32-33 Home Bk. Bldg. Residence: 74 Hancock Av., E. 

RANNEY, Frederick T., real estate; born, Ottawa Centre, Mich., 
Apr. 19, 1859; son of Frederick T. and Frances A. (Bates) Ranney ; 
educated in Kenosha (Wis.) High School; Ripon College, 1878-80; 
Williams College, Williamstown, Mass., 1880-84, degree of B. A., 1884; 
Detroit College of Law, 1891-94, degree of LL. B., 1894; married at 
Detroit, Jan. 26, 1887, Mary Elizabeth Balch. Head of F. T. Ranney 
& Co. Member Detroit Real Estate Board (treasurer). Republican. 
Presbyterian. Member Delta Upsilon. Recreations : Hunting and golf. 
Office: 318 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 130 Alfred St. 

RASEMAN, Richard Edward, architect; born, Detroit, July 24, 
1855; son of Charles and Minnie (Koch) Raseman ; educated in public 
schools and at German-American Seminary. Has been engaged as archi- 
tect in Detroit since 1883. Director, Michigan Sulphite Fiber Co., the 
F. A. Thompson Co. Republican. Unitarian. Mason, Knight Templar, 
Shriner. Member Detroit Board of Commerce, American Institute of 
Architects, Harmonic Society. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Athletic. Rec- 
reations: Automobiling and athletic exercises. Office: 1302 Penobscot 
Bldg. Residence: 491 E. Grand Blvd. 

RATHBONE, Charles A., treasurer and general manager Buhl 
Malleable Co.; born, Le Roy, N. Y., Aug. 4, 1854; son of William 
Palmer (the leading real estate operator in his day, who was instru- 
mental in the laying out of subdivisions and upbuilding of Detroit, and 
grandson of General L Rathbone of Le Roy, N. Y.) and H. Maria 



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(Crane) Rathbone; educated at Le Roy Academy; unmarried. Came to 
Detroit, 1854. Started career with Buhl, DuCharme & Co. (now Buhl 
Sons Co.) and represented them on the road for several years; manager 
Cass Farm Co., 1893-1901, during which time he subdivided the farm and 
transplanted the first large trees, one thousand in number, and turned 
that section into a park; has been treasurer and general manager Buhl 
Malleable Co., manufacturer of malleable castings, since 1901. Also di- 
rector Waterman Marine Motor Co., C. B. Dickerson, Largely inter- 
ested in the upbuilding of the western part of the city. Chairman 
house committee Detroit Board of Commerce ; member legal committee 
Employers' Association. Served in U. S. Navy during Spanish-Amer- 
ican War on board U. S. S. Yosemite, whose crew received the Samp- 
son medal at close of the war. Republican as to politics ; Episcopalian 
in church affiliation. Clubs: Detroit (director for nine years). Country 
(director), Detroit Boat. Recreations: Detroit Naval Reserves. Office: 
S. W. Cor. Wight and Adair Sts. Residence : The Palms. 

RAY, Cornelius Nathaniel, president the Ray Chemical Co. ; born, 
Norton Co., Kan., Feb. 22, 1871 ; son of Cornelius Nathaniel and Cora 
(Chandler) Ray; educated in public schools of Nebraska; married at 
Detroit, Oct. 22, 1897, Lillia Eleanor Little. Began active career as 
manager drug store of F. S. Hazard, Grand Island, Neb., continuing, 
1888-91 ;" was with pharmaceutical department Cudahy Packing Co., 
Omaha, 1891-93, and at Chicago, for same company, 1893-96; with Parke- 
Davis Co., Detroit, 1896-97; organized The Ray Chemical Co., 1897, of 
which has since been president and general manager. Member Board of 
Commerce. Republican. Episcopalian. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Golf. 
Recreation: Golf. Office: 21-26 Locust St. Residence: 232 Seminole Av. 

RAYMOND, Alonzo C; born, Monroe, N. Y., May 16, 1847; son 
of Alonzo B. and Elizabeth A. (Wyman) Raymond ; educated at Brock- 
port College, N. Y., and University of Rochester, graduating, degree of 
A. M., 1869; married at Brockport, 1873, Ida M. Graves. Came to De- 
troit, 1874; studied law, was admitted to the bar, 1888, and practiced 
in Detroit for thirteen years; was in grain commission business, 1874-88; 
vice president and general manager Detroit Fireproofing Tile Co., since 
1902. Member Detroit Board of Trade. Democrat. Universalist. Rec- 
reations: Hunting, fishing, cruising. Office: 23 Peninsula Bk. Bldg. 
Residence: 123 Hancock Av., E. 

RAYMOND, Charles Lawrence, insurance; born, Detroit, Mar. 
23, 1872; son of Frances and Gertrude (Lawrence) Raymond; edu- 
cated in public and private schools of Detroit; married, Detroit, Nov. 
14, 1894. Was clerk in retail jewelry store, 1888-94; entered general 
insurance business, 1894, and has been state agent for London Guar- 
antee & Accident Co. since 1898 and National Surety Co. since 1901 ; 
member firm of Raymond & Raymond since 1903. Member Detroit 
Fire Underwriters' Association, Detroit Board of Commerce. Repub- 



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lican. Congregationalist. Member Y. M. C. A., B. P. O. E., Sons of 
American Revolution. Clubs : Fellowcraft, Detroit Golf. Recreation : 
Golf. Offices: 1229 Majestic BIdg., 71 Fort St., W, Residence: 50 
Pingree Av. 

RAYMOND, Edward Smith, insurance; born, South Norwalk, 
Conn., May 14, 1871 ; son of Thomas and Margaret E. (Smith) Ray- 
mond ; educated in public schools of New Canaan and Bridgeport, Conn. ; 
married at Bridgeport, Nov. 12, 1893, H. Edith Boland. Located at 
Detroit as manager for same company, August, 1903 ; appointed man- 
ager Travelers' Indemnity Co. of Hartford, January, 1907. Expert in 
liability and casualty lines. Prohibitionist. Advent Christian. Club : 
Detroit Golf. Recreations : Automobiling and golf. Office : 810 Cham- 
ber of Commerce. Residence : 55 Westminster Av. 

RAYNOR, William A., printing and binding; born, Detroit, June 
17, 1857; son of Albert H. and Louisa S. (Duncklee) Raynor; educated 
in common schools; married at Detroit, Dec. 16, 1891, Emma M. Roller. 
Secretary and treasurer Raynor & Taylor, since its incorporation in 1898 
(established, 1876), printers, binders and rulers. Presbyterian. Member 
Masonic order. Knight Templar. Office: no Bates St. Residence: 
573 Wabash Av. 

REED, Charles Fargo, agent American Express Co. ; born, Water- 
vale, N. Y., Jan. 2, 1853; son of Harvey Silas and Sarah H. (Fargo) 
Reed ; attended private schools of Philo M. Patterson and H. G. Jones, 
Detroit, and was graduated from Cass public school, 1866; married at 
Hillsdale, Mich., June 24, 1886, Jennie A. Rowlson. Began active career 
in employ of E. B. Smith & Co., bookksellers, 1866; was with M. S. 
Smith & Co., jewelers, 1867; entered employ of American Express Co., 
October, 1868; appointed agent at Detroit, Dec. i, 1881, and general 
agent. Mar, i, 1891. Republican. Clubs: Detroit Boat, Detroit Ath- 
letic. Recreations: Bowling, curling. Office: 19-21 Campus Martius. 
Residence : 49 Willis Av., W. 

REESE, Carl, purchasing agent; born, Indianapolis, Ind., 1861 ; son 
of Henry and Johanna (Witte) Reese; educated in Indianapolis public 
schools, and at Gymnasium, Bremen, Germany; married at Detroit, 
1886, Katharine Wagner. On return from Germany, 1880, entered leaf 
tobacco business, continuing for two years ; started in wholesale grocery 
business, 1882, and continued for fourteen years ; president of the Modern 
Match Co., Detroit, and Preferred Match Co., Baltimore, Ohio, for five 
years ; has been purchasing agent and assistant treasurer. Trussed Con- 
crete Steel Co., since 1907; treasurer Payette, Reese & Co. Republican. 
Protestant. Club: Harmonie. Office: 58-60 Lafayette Blvd. Resi- 
dence : 40 Rowena St. 

REESE, Nathaniel, life insurance; born, Cleveland, O., Feb. 19, 
1872; son of David A. and Margaret (Davies) Reese; educated in 
public schools of Covington, Ky. ; married at Covington, Sept. 18, 1894, 



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Kate M. Shafer. Began active career as office boy with Mutual Benerit 
Life Insurance Co., at Cincinnati, O., 1884; became stenographer, book- 
keeper and cashier in Minneapolis (Minn.) office, 1894-95 ; returned to 
Cincinnati office, 1895; cashier in Detroit office, 1897-1900; resigned to 
become member of firm of Bassett & Reese, Detroit, general agents 
The Provident Life and Trust Co. of Philadelphia, April, 1900. Mem- 
ber Detroit Life Underwriters' Association. Republican. Congrega- 
tionalist. Member Masonic order. Knights Templar. Club : Detroit 
Golf. Office: 44-45 Home Bank Bldg. Residence: 46 Haigh Av. 

REID, George F. W., superintendent The Bradstreet Company; 
born, Avon, Ont., Feb. 23, 1873; son of William C. and Sarah E. (Lane) 
Reid ; educated at Union High School, Grand Rapids, Mich. ; married at 
Grand Rapids, June 27, 1895, to Allie M. Lobdell. Began business career 
in the office of The Bradstreet Company at Grand Rapids, Mich, as mes- 
senger boy, and was advanced to each desk in the office until pro- 
moted to superintendent, which position he filled for five years ; next 
spent three years as special representative of the executive offices in 
New York City; represented the company for a year at Cincinnati, O., 
and Louisville, Ky. ; has been in charge of the Detroit office since May 
I, 1905. Member for three years of Michigan National Guard (Custer 
Guard), at Grand Rapids. Republican. Congregationalist. Member 
York Lodge, F. & A. M., Grand Rapids. Club : Fellowcraft. Recrea- 
tions: Boating, duck shooting and fishing. Office: 407 Union Trust 
Bldg. Residence: yy Alger Av. 

REID, Philip J., managing editor Detroit Free Press ; born. Provi- 
dence, R. L, July 19, 1865; son of Patrick Henry and Katherine (Fin- 
negan) Reid; educated in public schools of Providence, R. L; A. B., 
Brown University, 1887; was connected with Postal Service, 1888-90; 
sporting editor Detroit Tribune, 1890-91 ; police reporter Detroit Free 
Press, 1891, court reporter, 1892-94, night city editor, 1894-96, city editor, 
1896-1905, news editor, 1905-06, managing editor, since 1906. Repub- 
lican. Member Elks, Royal Arcanum. Clubs : Harmonie, New Mervue. 
Office: Free Press. Residence: 146 E. Montcalm St. 

REID, William; born, Mersea, Ont., Can., Aug. 19, 1842; son of 
John and Margaret (Bennett) Reid; public school education; married 
at Detroit, Nov. 9, 1869, Mary Powell. Began active career as book- 
keeper for Laible, Wright & Hopkins, paints, etc., Detroit ; on retire- 
ment of Mr. Laible and Mr. Hopkins from the firm, was admitted to 
partnership, in 1867, under firm name of William Wright & Co., which 
became Reid & Hills, in 1871 ; firm dissolved, 1879, since which in busi- 
ness in own name. Republican. Episcopalian. Mason (32°), Shriner. 
Recreation: Reading. Office: 124-128 Earned St., W. Residence: 1280 
Woodward Av. 

REILLY, Cornelius John, lawyer; born in Walworth Co., Wis., 
May 2^^. 1848; son of John and Mary (Short) Reilly ; educated in public 



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schools of Racine, Wis. ; married, Nov. 18, 1879, ^^^ Buhl (who died, 
September, 1881) ; again, Detroit, November, 1886, Miss Nettie Lansing, 
Studied law and was admitted to the bar before the Supreme Court, 
in Detroit, 1870, after studying for three years in the office of Moore 
& Griffin; began practice in Detroit, 1870; elected circuit judge, Third 
Judicial District, April, 1875, being the youngest man ever elected in 
Michigan to this office, and in November following, was appointed by 
Gov. John J. Bagley to fill the unexpired term of Judge Patchen ; resigned 
from bench, 1881, to resume practice of law, but in meantime the bench 
had been increased from one to three judges and was nominated and 
elected to one of the positions, but through a mistake in returns was 
not seated; contest carried to State Legislature, but hearing denied; at 
next election was returned to bench by 10,000 majority and continued 
to serve until Jan. i, 1903; has devoted his attention since 1903 to law 
and to building electric railways. President of the Rapid Ry. to Mt. 
Clemens, from time it was opened to traffic, 1894, until the line was 
sold to the Detroit United Ry., 1901, the line having previously extended 
to Port Huron, as the Detroit, Port Huron & Shore Line Ry. Organized 
a construction company (of which was president), with E. M. Fowler, 
Matthew Slush, Charles R. Hannan and A. H. Fleming, and completed 
construction to Detroit of the Monroe & Toledo Ry., which was reor- 
ganized as the Detroit, Monroe & Toledo Short Line Ry. ; negotiated sale 
of the property to Jere C. Hutchins and Mar. i, 1906, the stock was trans- 
ferred to interests represented by the Detroit United Ry. Now engaged 
in building the Chicago, Southern Traction Ry. from Chicago to Kan- 
kakee, 111., about fifty miles, his work in this and other railway enter- 
prises being of a financial and legal character. President and treasurer 
Detroit and Toledo Construction Co. ; director and treasurer Chicago 
and Southern Traction Co. ; director First National Bank, Security Trust 
Co. Member Detroit and State Bar associations, Detroit Archaeological 
Society, State and National Forestry associations. Director and vice 
president Detroit Board of Commerce. Democrat. Episcopalian (ves- 
tryman St. Paul's Church, twelve years). Past Master Oriental Lodge 
No. 240, F. & A. M., Detroit; member King Cyrus Chapter and Mich- 
igan Sovereign Consistory, A. A. S. R. Valley of Detroit ; L O. O. F. 
Michigan No. i. Clubs: Detroit, Yondotega, Grosse Pointe, Racquet 
and Curling, Y. M. C. A. Recreations : Gymnastic exercise, golf, etc. ; 
general reading, more especially history. Office: 1004 Penobscot Bldg. 
Residence : 381 Jefiferson Av. 

REILLY, William E.; born, Detroit, Oct. 10, 1858; son of Alex- 
ander and Jane (Beattie) Reilly; educated in public schools and busi- 
ness college; married at Augusta, Ga., Apr. 21, 1887, Carolyn L. Bigelow. 
Cashier and bookkeeper for Black & Cowen, 1880-82 ; became assistant 
general bookkeeper for Merchants and Manufacturers' Bank, Detroit, 
1882, general bookkeeper, 1883, and assistant cashier, 1887, continuing 
until 1894, when the bank was merged with the Preston National 



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Bank ; entered brokerage business as member of firm of Reilly & Noble ; 
appointed cashier Detroit River Savings Bank, July, 1897, and served 
until Jan. i, 1904; now head of firm of W. E. Reilly & Co., bonds and 
investments. Republican. Congregationalist. Club : Bankers', Detroit 
Boat, Detroit Athletic, Detroit Golf. Office: Penobscot Bldg, Resi- 
dence: 95 Pingree Av. 

REINDEL, George J.; born, Detroit, July 18, 1864; son of Frederick 
and Margaret (Zopf) Reindel ; educated in public schools of Detroit; 
married at Chicago, 1892, Amelia Zopf. Began active career as clerk 
in retail store of Aertz, Meyers & Co., later becoming manager of the 
store and superintendent of the office and factory; began in business 
for himself under title of George J. Reindel & Bro., 1888. Republican. 
Lutheran. Recreations: Hunting and fishing. Office: 174 Woodward 
Av. and 187-191 Griswold St. Residence: 105 W. Canfield Av. 

REINDEL, Herman C; born, Roseville, Mich., Apr. 30, 1867; 
son of Frederick and Margaret (Zopf) Reindel ; educated in public 
schools of Wayne Co., Mich. ; married at Detroit, May 12, 1892, Augusta 
Rosenau. Began active career in grocery business, 1882, later entering 
furniture business; has been associated with his brother, George J., in 
sale of office furniture since 1892, as George J. Reindel & Co. Repub- 
lican. Lutheran. Member Masonic order. Recreations: Hunting and 
fishing. Offices: 174 Woodward Av. and 187-191 Griswold St. Resi- 
dence : 192 Frederick Av. 

REINVALDT, Otto, mechanical engineer ; born, Copenhagen, Den- 
mark, Apr. 17, 1873; son of Christian Wilhelm and Eleanora Christine 
(Albertus) Reinvaldt ; graduated from Borgerdydskolen, Copenhagen, 
and also from the Technical School of the same city ; passed examination 
as marine engineer of the Danish Navy; came to America, Oct., 1896; 
married at Detroit, June 19, 1901, Anna Elsa Voigt. Served as appren- 
tice in machinist's trade in Denmark and also in the Danish Navy; after 
coming to Detroit was employed in the Dry Dock Engine Works and 
later by the Huetteman & Cramer Co. ; associated with others, 1902, in 
organizing the Detroit Steel Cooperage Co., manufacturers of glass 
enameled steel tanks, of which has been secretary and assistant manager 
since time of organization. Republican. Lutheran. Member B. P. O. E. 
Office : 948 Beaufait Av. Residence : 802 Van Dyke Av. 

REMICK, George Bradford; born, Lincoln, Me., Aug. 4, 1845; son 
of Royal Clark and Lucy (Merrill) Remick; educated in public schools 
of Detroit, University of Michigan, graduating, degree of A. B., 1866, 
Law Department, same university, degree of LL. B., 1868; unmarried. 
Admitted to the bar, 1868, and practiced until 1882 in office with General 
H. M. Duffield; gave up law practice to devote entire time to, lumber in- 
terests in Michigan, and since 1890 has engaged in sale of timber lands 
in the West. Director Union Trust Co., Detroit. President Oak Grove 
Hospital, Flint, Mich. Member Michigan legislature, 1881-82. Mem- 



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ber Sons of American Revolution. Clubs : Detroit, Yondotega, Country, 
Old Club, Lake St. Clair Hunting and Fishing Club. Recreations : Out- 
door sports. Office: 1023 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 909 Woodward 
Avenue. 

REMICK, Jerome H., music publisher; born, Detroit, Nov. 15, 1867; 
son of James A. and Mary (Hosmer) Remick; common school education; 
married at Flint, Mich., June 26, 1895, Miss Adelaide McCreery. Began 
active career in banking business in Detroit and is now president J. H. 
Remick & Co. ; president The J. H. Remick Printing Co. ; director Big 
Four Gold and Copper Mining Co., Oak Grove Hospital, Flint, Mich. 
Clubs: Detroit, Country, Lake St. Clair, Detroit Automobile. Office: 
68 Farrar St. Residence : 595 Jefferson Av. 

RENAUD, George Louis, physician; born, Detroit, Mar. 10, 1870; 
son of George F. and Julia (Petrequin) Renaud; educated in public 
schools of Detroit, University of Michigan, and Detroit College of Medi- 
cine, graduating, M. D., 1891 ; later studied at Post-Graduate School of 
Medicine, New York, and in Paris, France, also hospital practice. Be- 
gan practice in Detroit, 1891. Republican. Member Wayne County and 
Michigan State Medical societies, American Medical Association, Oph- 
thalmological and Otological Club. Member Michigan State Naval 
Brigade. Mason. Club: Detroit Boat, Detroit Motor Boat. Recreations: 
Aquatic sports, automobiling. Office: 303 Fine Arts Bldg. Residence: 
21 Garfield Av. 

RENTE, Henry J., assistant manager American Radiator Co. ; born, 
Detroit, Mar. 17, 1862; son of Frederick W. and Augusta (Hoche) Rente; 
educated in public schools of Detroit and Detroit Business University; 
married at Detroit, Feb. i, 1893, Margretta V. Watson. Began active 
career as clerk in drug store of B. E. Sickles; then in factory of E. T. 
Barnum, wire works, and later as apprentice in machine shop of Detroit 
Safe Co. ; machinist Michigan Bolt and Nut Co., and in 1889, with Michi- 
gan Radiator and Iron Manufacturing Co., and later in charge of machine 
shop of the company ; was in business for self one year; became identified, 
1901, with American Radiator Co. (successor to Michigan Radiator and 
Manufacturing Co.), and has been assistant manager of the company 
since 1904. Republican. Episcopalian. Member L O. O. F., Loyal 
Guard. Club: Commercial. Recreations: Driving, fishing. Office: 
Michigan Plant Am. Radiator Co. Residence: 11 55 4th Av. 

REXFORD, Dwight Carver, lawyer; born, Ypsilanti, Mich., Apr. 3, 
1850; son of Francis K. and Harriet N. (Long) Rexford; educated at 
Ypsilanti High School ; University of Michigan, graduating, degree of 
A. B., 1872; Law Department, same university, LL. B., 1874; married at 
Detroit, Nov. 3, 1885, Caroline M. Montgomery. Admitted to the bar, 
Apr. 4, 1874, and has since practiced in Detroit. Director Wolverine Port- 
land Cement Co., Seaboard Portland Cement Co., of New York. Mem- 
ber Wayne County Bar Association, Michigan State Bar Association. Re- 
publican. Presbyterian. Member Knights of Pythias, Alpha Delta Phi. 



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Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Athletic, Detroit Boat. Office: 34 Buhl Blk. 
Residence : 764 Cass Av. 

REYNOLDS, Frank P., wholesale foreign and domestic fruits ; born, 
Chenango Co., N. Y., Nov. 16, 1853 ; son of Henry A. and Cordelia (Hud- 
son) Reynolds; educated in public schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, 
1884, Miss Belle Warner. Has been a resident of Detroit since 1857; 
began business career with his uncle, A. McPherson, produce commis- 
sion, 1872; engaged in business as Ayers & Reynolds, 1891, and since 
1900 has operated as F. P. Reynolds & Co., of which he is sole proprietor. 
Member Detroit Produce Exchange. Republican. Congregationalist. 
Member Masonic order. Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : 40-42 
Griswold St. Residence : 48 Alexandrine Av., E. 

RHINES, Edward H., insurance ; born at Toledo, O., May 2, 1868 ; 
son of Capt. James and Margaret (Curran) Rhines; educated in public 
and high schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, 1897, Marie Luella 
Bowen. Began active career in wholesale chemical house, continuing 
until he entered employment of the Standard Life and Accident Insur- 
ance Co. in 1890; appointed state agent of the casualty department of 
the company in Michigan, 1902. Clubs: Fellowcraft, Detroit Athletic. 
Office: 35 W. Fort St. Residence: 211 Palmer Av., E. 

RICE, Merton L., real estate, loans and insurance; born, Macomb, 
Mich., Oct. 28, 1862; son of John D. and Olive Z. (Davis) Rice; educated 
in public and high schools of Detroit and at Detroit Business University 
up to 1888; married at Wyandotte, Mich., June 27, 1904, Anna L. An- 
drews. Began active career, 1892, as clerk in Rice's Temperance Hotel, 
Detroit, owned by his father ; entered real estate business, 1893, and was 
connected with various real estate firms in Detroit, 1893-03 ; has been 
an independent real estate operator since 1903. Director Sunset Mining 
and Milling Co., Arizona. Republican. Methodist. Club : Harmonic. 
Recreation: Boating. Office: 805-9 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 362 Mc- 
Clellan Av. 

RICH, Herbert M., physician; born, Middleville, Mich., Feb. 12, 
1874; son of Dr. Samuel C. and Ada (Matteson) Rich; graduate Literary 
Department, University of Michigan, 1897; M. D., same university, 1901 ; 
spent three years in hospital work in Boston, New York and Vienna ; 
married at Cambridge, Mass., 1903, Constance Abbot. Began practice 
in Detroit, 1904; managing editor Detroit Medical Journal since Jan., 
1905. Member Wayne County Medical Society, Michigan State Medical 
Society, American Medical Association, Detroit Milk Commission. Re- 
publican. Member executive committee Detroit Municipal League. Con- 
gregationalist. Clubs : University, Detroit Boat. Recreations : Outdoor 
sports. Office : 435 Jefiferson Av. Residence : 190 Seyburn Av. 

RICH, Sylvester L., manufacturer of mirrors, hall and special fur- 
niture ; born where Wayne County Building now stands, Detroit, July 22, 
1852 ; son of George M. and Margaret (Young) Rich ; educated in private 



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school, 1859-63, public schools, 1863-65; married at Detroit, May i, 1879, 
Mary A. Zender. Began active career Dec, 1865, in jewelry store of M. 
S. Smith & Co., continuing- until Mar. 12, 1870; entered employ of C. D. 
Widman, manufacturer of furniture, Apr. i, 1870, as assistant shipping 
clerk ; was advanced successively as moulding finisher, foreman, superin- 
tendent, general manager, secretary and treasurer, and is now vice presi- 
dent and treasurer C. D. Widman & Co., his service covering a period 
of more than thirty-seven years with the company. Also director George 
H. Gies Co. Member Board of Commerce. Recreation : Traveling. Of- 
fice: C. D. Widman & Co. Residence: 1026 Gratiot Av. 

RICHARDSON, Hedley V., lawyer; born, Ontario, Can., Dec. 8, 
1870; son of Henry and Isabelle (Laing) Richardson; came to Detroit, 
1882 ; educated in Detroit public and high schools and University of Mich- 
igan. Married at Detroit, Oct. 17, 1900, Florine Whitaker. Has been 
engaged in general practice at Detroit since 1894. Member Detroit Bar 
Association, Fine Arts Society of Detroit. Republican. Presbyterian. 
Clubs: University, Detroit Boat. Office: 306 Moffat Bldg. Residence: 
51 Charlotte Av. 

RIDGLEY, Robert B., wholesale saws and steel ; born, Southamp- 
ton, Eng., Oct. II, 1840; son of Robert and Harriett (Budden) Ridgeley; 
educated in England. Came to United States, 1856, and entered employ 
of Welch & Griffiths, Boston, serving apprenticeship in the saw factory 
until 21 years of age; was transferred to office and continued there until 
1865, when the firm opened a branch office in Detroit and he was placed 
in charge, succeeding to the business in Detroit in his own name, 1878; 
also succeeded to Detroit agency of William Jessop & Sons. Agent for 
Carborundum Co., and for several years agent for Henry Disston & Sons. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Independent in politics. Unitarian. 
Clubs: Detroit Athletic, Cosmopolitan. Recreation: Cricket. Office: 
14-16 Atwater St., E. Residence: The Pasadena. 

RITCHIE, John W., manufacturer ; born, Ross's Point, N. Y., Dec. 
27, 1848; son of William and Emily (Cummings) Ritchie; educated in 
Hamilton, Ont. ; married at Detroit, Dec. 29, 1875, Elizabeth Schwinck. 
Came to Detroit, 1868 ; worked at trade of boiler making in various shops 
until 1885 ; assisted in organization of the East End Boiler Works, 1885, 
of which he is junior partner, manufacturers of marine boilers, tanks, 
smokestacks and all kinds of sheet iron work. Republican. Presbyte- 
rian. Member Masonic order. Recreation: Fishing. Office: 11-19 St. 
Aubin Av. Residence: 788 Champlain St. 

RITCHIE, Ryerson, secretary Detroit Board of Commerce ; born, 
Peterborough, Out., Sept. 10, 1856; son of John and Dorothea (Wright) 
Ritchie ; educated in public schools and at Collegiate Institute, Peterbor- 
ough ; married, Toronto, Can., Aug. 11, 1880, Charlotte Emily Ashfield. 
Removed from Canada to Cincinnati, 1881 ; secretary Merchants' and 
Manufacturers' Association, Cincinnati, 1882-85; secretary Commercial 



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Club, Kansas City, 1885-92 ; secretary Cleveland Chamber of Commerce, 
1892-98 ; president American Trust Co., Cleveland, 1898 ; secretary Detroit 
Board of Commerce since 1903. Widely known as organizer of commer- 
cial bodies; president Cleveland Chamber of Commerce, 1890; was sec- 
retary McKinley National Memorial Association. Republican. Clubs: 
Detroit, Detroit Boat. Recreation: Country life. Office: Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Residence : 29 Alger Av. 

ROACH, Frank M., cigar manufacturing; born, Batesville, O., May 
20, 1862; son of George W. and Mary (Thompson) Roach; educated in 
public schools of Batesville; married at Dennison, O., Dec, 1895, Ella N. 
Dunstone. Began active career in learning watchmaker's trade, at Zanes- 
ville, O., working later at Columbus and Cincinnati ; entered cigar busi- 
ness as traveling salesman, 1890, and continued four years; established 
the Northwest Cigar Manufacturing Co., 1894, and has since been at the 
head of the company. Member Knights of Pythias, B. P. O. E. Recrea- 
tions: Outdoor sports. Office: 139 Jefferson Av. Residence: 215 Van 
Dyke Av. 

ROBBINS, Frederick Wright, surgeon ; born. East Haddam, Conn., 
Apr. 7, 1857; son of Silas Wright and Lydia Walker (Andrews) Rob- 
bins; graduate Wesleyan University, 1880; Detroit Medical College, 
1884; post-graduate study at University of Vienna, winter of 1889-90; 
married at Providence, R. I., Nov. 11, 1891, Emily E. Anthony. Has 
practiced in Detroit since 1884; professor genito-urinary diseases and 
clinical surgery, Detroit College of Medicine. Fellow American Urologi- 
cal Association ; member American Medical Association, Michigan State 
Medical Society, Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Golf, Detroit Curling. Rec- 
reations: Golf, curling, hunting and fishing. Office: loi Fort St., W. 
Residence : 96 Forest Av., W. 

ROBERTS, Dougald H., president and general manager Roberts 
Brass Manufacturing Co. ; born near Bothwell, Ont., Can., Dec. 25, 1851 ; 
educated in common schools of Ontario; married at Wallaceburg, Ont., 
Nov. 21, 1877, Miss Louisa McDougall. Engaged for some years in me- 
chanical engineering in Canada ; in 1887 became one of the organizers of 
the firm of McRae & Roberts, Wallaceburg, Ont., which moved to De- 
troit, in 1892, and was incorporated in 1894 as the McRae & Roberts Co., 
of which was vice president and superintendent; withdrew in 1906, and 
organized the Roberts Brass Manufacturing Co., manufacturers of high 
grade brass goods, of which his son, William H., is secretary and treas- 
urer, and another son. Earl W., is vice president and general superintend- 
ent. Member Board of Commerce. Recreations : Reading, theater. Of- 
fice : 1395-1407 Fort St. Residence: 405 Campbell Av. 

ROBERTSON, Forbes, county treasurer; born, Detroit, May 5, 
1861 ; son of John and Marion (Adam) Robertson ; educated in public 
and high schools and at Albion College, Mich. ; married at Amherstburg, 
Ont., Jan. 21, 1905, Ethel Kblfarge. Began active career as furrier, De- 



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troit, 1880, continuing until 1883; engaged in manufacturing furniture, 
1883-86; was identified with Michigan Car Co., 1886-94; in fire insurance 
business since 1894; elected treasurer Wayne Co., fall of 1904, for term 
ending July i, 1909. Served in Michigan National Guard three years, and 
in Michigan Naval Brigade six years (honorably discharged). Repub- 
lican. Episcopalian, Member I. O. O. F., B. P. O. E., Scotch St. An- 
drew's Society. Clubs: Country, Detroit Boat, Detroit Motor Boat. 
Recreations : Motor boating and fishing. Office : County Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 260 Bowen Av. 

ROBERTSON, Frank A., coal and coke; born, Pokagon, Mich., 
Dec. 2, 1869; son of Alexander and Mary (Briggs) Robertson; educated 
in public schools, Detroit Business University and Detroit College of 
Law, graduating, LL. B., 1899; married, Detroit, Aug. 14, 1907, Edith 
G. Blow. Born and reared on a farm; came to Detroit, 1891, and was 
identified with the coal business for a number of years ; assisted in or- 
ganizing the American Coal and Coke Co., incorporated Sept. i, 1905; 
has been secretary and treasurer of the company since time of its or- 
ganization. Republican. Member Board of Commerce. Mason (32°), 
Shriner. Office: 1017 Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 78 Ash St. 

ROBINSON, Fred Austin; born, Edgerton, Wis., July 27, i860; son 
of George O. and Helen S. (Mather) Robinson; educated at St. Johns- 
bury ( Vt.) Academy ; Detroit High School, University of Michigan, de- 
gree of A. B., 1882, Law Department, same university, LL. B., 1883; 
married at Detroit, May 2, 1888, Clara L. Hayes. Has been engaged in 
business in Detroit since Mar., 1883. Member Robinson & Flinn, lands, 
established, 1872 ; managing director The Farrand Co., pianos, etc., De- 
troit. Member Detroit Bar Association. Member Board of Estimates, 
Detroit, eleven years, 1893-1904 (president, 1895-96). Republican. Meth- 
odist. Member Chi Psi, University of Michigan, '82. Clubs: University, 
Boylston (musical). Old Club. Recreation: Automobiling. Office: 1220 
Penobscot Bldg. Residence : 556 Cass Av. 

ROBINSON, Fred J., wholesale and retail lumber; born, Detroit, 
Sept. 5, 1870; son of Thomas and Sarah J. (Wilkinson) Robinson; edu- 
cated in public schools of Buffalo, N. Y. ; married at Detroit, Dec. 10, 
1891, Nelly E. Hendricks. Began active career, 1891, in employ of W. A. 
C. Miller, lumber dealer, and continued with him, 1891-Jan. i, 1904, when 
associated with A. B. Lowrie and bought out Mr. Miller, also the yard 
of Edmond Wall ; firm has since operated as Lowrie & Robinson. Ma- 
son, Knight Templar. Club : Fellowcraft. Recreations : Baseball, au- 
tomobiling. Office: Warren and Grand River Avs. Residence: 298 
Merrick Av. 

ROBINSON, George O., lawyer, retired ; born, S. Reading, Vt., June 
14, 1832; son of Lewis and Sarah (Manning) Robinson; educated in Ver- 
mont schools. University of Vermont, A. B., 1857, honorary degree of LL. 
D., Albion College, Michigan, 1904. Married, Greenwich, Conn., Sept. 2'j, 



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1859, Helen Mather (now deceased) ; again, Cincinnati, O., May 7, 1891, 
Miss Jane M. Bancroft. Began practice at Janesville, Wis., 1858; re- 
moved to Detroit, 1861, and continued in practice until 1892. Has large 
interests in timber and mining lands in Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota 
and Southern states. Member Robinson & Flinn, timber, mining and 
law, established, 1872. Formerly justice of the peace and member Board 
of Education. Republican. Methodist. Twice a delegate to Methodist 
General Conference and member book committee in charge of all Metho- 
dist publications; for twenty-five years president Methodist Publishing 
Co. ; delegate to the Centennial Methodist Conference of 1884, held at 
Baltimore, Md., and also delegate to Methodist Ecumenical Conference, 
held in London, England, Sept., 1901 ; founder and for ten years presi- 
dent Methodist Deaconess' Home ; for nine years trustee Albion College, 
and built Robinson Hall and donated same to the College; for sixteen 
years president board of trustees Central M. E. Church. Club : Old 
Club of St. Clair Flats. Recreations : Gardening, fruit raising and farm- 
ing. Office: 1220 Penobscot Bldg., Detroit. Residence: 425 Cass Av,, 
Detroit; summer residence: Robinhurst, Grosse He, Mich. 

ROBINSON, John Henry; born, Monongalia Co., W. Va., Jan. 15, 
1877; son of John R. and Mary E. (Sloan) Robinson; educated in schools 
of West Virginia ; married, W. Virginia, Apr. 26, 1900, Kate B. Hen- 
shaw. Began active career in general store owned by his brother, at 
Burton, W. Va., continuing for three years ; became connected with the 
Wheeling Corrugating Co., at general offices of the company, at Wheel- 
ing, W. Va., Jan., 1899, and has been manager with headquarters at De- 
troit since Jan., 1906. Also president Coca-Cola Bottling Works, Co- 
lumbus, O. Republican. Baptist. Recreations : Baseball, fishing. Of- 
fice: 1409 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 64 Willis Av., W. 

ROBINSON, Washington Irving, lawyer; born, Ogdensburg, N. 
Y., July II, 1865; son of Charles Wesley and Elizabeth (McMartin) Rob- 
inson ; educated in public schools of Detroit. Came to Detroit with his 
parents when six months of age, and is still living upon the farm (now 
within the city limits) upon which he was reared ; has been in practice 
of law since 1888. Director Michigan and Ohio Electric Railway Co. 
Member Detroit and Michigan State Bar associations. Republican. Rec- 
reation : Horseback riding. Office: 59 Buhl Blk. Residence: 1161 
Grand River Av. 

ROBSON, Frank E., lawyer; born, Lansing, Mich., July 20, 1859; 
son of John and Mary (Ingersoll) Robson ; educated in public schools of 
Lansing; Michigan Agricultural College, Lansing, 1875-78, degree of B. 
S., 1878 ; Law Department, University, of Michigan, degree of LL. B., 
1883 ; married at Toledo, O., June 10, 1885, Caroline W. Clafiin. Began 
practice of law in office of Schuyler F. Seager, Lansing, continuing until 
death of Mr. Seager, 1883 ; in partnership with S. S. Olds as Olds & 
Robson, 1883-88, and practiced alone, 1888-90; removed to Detroit, and 
practiced in partnership with Judge Van Zile until 1893; practiced alone. 



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1893-05 ; has been senior member firm of Robson, George & Fisher since 
Jan. I, 1905. Secretary and treasurer Hennepin Iron Co.; secretary 
Springwells Brick Co. ; director St. Clair Land Co., Lansing. Lecturer 
on private corporations at Detroit College of Law. Member Detroit Bar 
Association, Michigan State Bar Association, American Bar Association. 
Republican. Congregationalist. Club : Detroit. Recreation : Culture of 
flowers. Office: 720 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 48 Canfield Av., E. 

ROEHM, Albert H., secretary and treasurer Detroit Carriage Co. ; 
born, Detroit, Dec. 5, 1863; son of Herman and Caroline (Rich) Roehm ; 
educated in public schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, Jan. 3, 1887, 
Mary Cackle. Began active career as clerk for W. H. Edgar & Son, 
dealers in sugar; next was inspector Detroit Electrical Works; became 
connected, 1886, with Rumsey Manufacturing Co., later Detroit Carriage 
Manufacturing Co., which was succeeded by the Detroit Carriage Co., 
manufacturers of vehicle bodies, of which he has been secretary and 
treasurer since 1903. Also vice president Northwestern Foundry and 
Supply Co. ; secretary Bellevue Pipe and Foundry Co., Bellevue, O. ; di- 
rector Michigan Storage Battery Co. Member Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Independent in politics. Member Palestine Lodge, F. &A. M., 
Peninsular Chapter, R. A. M. Office : Cor. Clay Av. and St. Aubin St. 
Residence: 12 Euclid Av. 

ROEHM, Charles M. ; born, Detroit, Mar. 26, 1867; son of Herman 
and Caroline (Rich) Roehm; educated in public schools of Detroit; mar- 
ried at Pontiac, Mich., June 29, 1892, Mary Stevens. Has been connected 
with firm of Roehm & Davison since the beginning of his business ca- 
reer. Office : 91 W. Woodbridge St. Residence : 37 Warren Av., E. 

ROEHM, Herman; born, Germany, Oct. 28, 1837; son of John David 
and Elizabeth C. Roehm; came to America, 1847; educated in public 
schools of Germany and Detroit public and private schools; married, 
1862, Caroline Rich (died. May 26, 1905). Has lived in Detroit since 
1847; began active career as bookkeeper in hardware and jewelry store, 
1852 ; in 1867, assisted in organizing firm of Radclifif, Roehm & Weston, 
hardware, succeeded by Roehm Bros., and becoming Roehm & Davi- 
son, 1871, incorporated, 1901. Also president Detroit Carriage Co. Re- 
publican. Presbyterian. Member Masonic order. Recreation: Read- 
ing. Office: 91-95 Woodbridge St. Residence: 36 E. Ferry Av. 

ROEHM, Robert John Frederick; born at Wurtemberg, Germany, 
Feb. 5, 1835 ; son of John and Elizabeth (Schnepf) Roehm ; came to 
America, Dec. 5, 1847 ; educated in private and high schools of Germany 
and public schools of Detroit; married, ist, Dorothea Ruehle (now de- 
ceased) ; again, 1903, Mary lola Smith. Began active career in Germany 
as assistant to his father, who was a tanner; served apprenticeship at 
jeweler's trade with Valentine & Crewell, Detroit, 1849-52; went to Prov- 
idence, R. I., and worked at trade in various shops ; returned to Detroit, 
1856, and entered employment of George Doty, continuing until 1861 ; 



386 THE BOOK OF DETROITERS 

started in business for himself as a manufacturing jeweler, 1861. Re- 
publican. Presbyterian. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Recrea- 
tion : Reading. Office: 184 Woodward Av. Residence: 30 E. Eliza- 
beth St. 

ROETZ, John; born, Westphalia, Germany, Mar. 15, 1845; son of 
Matthews and Theresa ( Winkelmeier) Roetz ; came to America, 1867 ; 
educated in common schools ; married at Detroit, 1874, Theresa Krantz. 
Learned trade of cabinet making in Germany and followed it after com- 
ing to America ; started in business for himself, in Detroit, as manufac- 
turer of furniture, 1887; assisted in organizing the Detroit Cabinet Co., 
1891, and has since been treasurer of the company. Office : 1000 Riopelle 
St. Residence: 328 Warren Av., E. 

ROGERS, Ford H., president and general manager Detroit White 
Lead Works; born, Detroit, Oct. 12, 1840; son of George W, and Jane 
Clark (Emmons) Rogers (who came to Detroit from Vermont, in July, 
1840) ; educated in public schools of Pontiac, Mich. ; married at Roches- 
ter, N. Y., May 8, 1895, Grace J. Haynes. Cashier Pacific Bank of San 
Francisco, 1868-72 ; engaged in mining operations on the Pacific slope, 
1872-79; banker and broker in New York City, 1879-80; removed to De- 
troit and bought the Detroit White Lead Works from an assignee in 
bankruptcy, 1880; incorporated the present company, Dec. 22, 1880, has 
been its general manager from time of incorporation and president since 
Jan., 1898. Has been in a large degree instrumental in bringing the 
company to a position where its name is knovwi in all leading countries of 
the world. Also president The American Paint and Glass Co., the Mc- 
Lennan Paint Co. and the Rogers Paint and Varnish Co. ; treasurer De- 
troit Varnish Co. First lieutenant and battalion adjutant First Michi- 
gan Cavalry in War of the Rebellion ; title of colonel on account of staff 
duty since the war. Member National Geographic Society, Archaeolog- 
ical Society. Republican. Congregationalist. Member Masonic order, 
Loyal Legion (Past Commander Michigan Commandery), G. A. R. 
Clubs : Fellowcraft, Old Club, North Channel. Recreations : Boating 
and fishing. Office: 560 E. Milwaukee Av. Residence: 29 Peterboro St. 

ROGERS, James S., architect; born, Alexandria, Va., Dec. 5, 1859; 
son of James S. and Virginia (Leef) Rogers; educated in public schools 
of Baltimore, Md., Baltimore Cit}'- College and Massachusetts Institute 
of 1 echnology ; married at Adamstown, Md., June, 1895, Eleanore White. 
Has been member firm of Rogers & MacFarlane, architects, Detroit, 
since 1886. Fellow American Institute of Architects and member Michi- 
gan Chapter. Independent in politics. Episcopalian. Member Corinth- 
ian Lodge, A. F. & A. M. Clubs : Detroit Boat, Detroit Golf. Recrea- 
tioins: Outdoor sports. Office: 1310 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 1185 
3d Av. 

ROHNERT, Morse, jurist; born, Detroit, Feb. 29, 1864; son of 
Frank L. and Eleonore (Sichler) Rohnert ; educated in public and high 
schools of Detroit and University of Michigan, degree of A. B., 1883; 



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married at Milwaukee, Wis., Feb. 20, 1895, Emma Uihlein. Studied law 
and was admitted to the bar. Mar. 13, 1885; was clerk and register pro- 
bate court, Wayne County, Mich., June i, 1886- Jan. i, 1896; has been 
judge of circuit court Wayne County since Jan. i, 1900. President Michi- 
gan Cigar Box Co. ; vice president Schober Printing Co. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Republican. Lutheran. Member Knights of Pyth- 
ias, Elks, Maccabees. Clubs: Harmonic, Country, Detroit Boat, Con- 
cordia, Social Turner. Office : County Bldg. Residence : 63 E. War- 
ren Av. 

RONEY, Edward J., manufacturer ; born, Detroit, Feb. 28, 1863 ; 
son of John and Rose (Hawkins) Roney; educated in public schools of 
Detroit; married at Detroit, 1893, Sophia Isabel Singelyn. Served ap- 
prenticeship as brai?s goods moulder with the H. C. Hart Manufactur- 
ing Co., and acted as superintendent of foundry of the company for eight 
years; was in charge of foundry of Detroit Electrical Works six years, 
and was superintendent McCrea & Roberts Co., until 1901 ; one of the 
organizers of The Sterling & Skinner Manufacturing Co., 1901, of which 
IS vice president. Also president Detroit Motor Castings Co. ; vice presi- 
dent Detroit Power Building Co., and identified with American Smelting 
Co. and Clark Wireless Telegraph Co. Catholic. Member Knights of 
Equity, K. O. T. M., and C. M. B. A. Recreations: Baseball, fishing, 
hunting. Office: Russell and Boulevard. Residence: 1 138 Concord Av. 

RONEY, William E., real estate and loans; born, Detroit, Aug. 30, 
1868; son of John and Agnes (Roche) Roney; educated in public schools 
of Detroit ; married at Detroit, Apr. 28, 1897, Marie Chapoton. After 
leaving school studied law in office of Colonel John Atkinson for several 
months, then began active career as clerk for Standart Bros., wholesale 
hardware, where he remained for two years ; entered real estate busi- 
ness, 1892, and has since continued in the business in his own name. 
Member Detroit Real Estate Board. Independent in politics ; Catholic 
as to religious belief. Member Knights of Columbus. Recreations: 
Fishing and baseball. Office: 621 Mofifat Blk., Detroit. Residence: 
Grosse Pointe, Mich. 

ROSENBERGER, Oscar, cigar manufacturer; born, Bavaria, Ger- 
many, Mar. 8, 1874; son of Gottlieb and Rosa Rosenberger; educated in 
public schools of Germany ; came to United States, 1903 ; married at 
Detroit, January, 1907, Miss Katherine Teichner. Became connected 
with Fred Rosenfeld & Co., Detroit, 1893 ; organized the San Telmo 
Cigar Manufacturing Co., 1898, and has since been its president and gen- 
eral manager. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Jewish 
religion. Scottish Rite Mason (32°), Shriner. Recreations: Outdoor 
sports and automobiling. Office : 540-550 Forest Av., E. Residence : 
134 Lothrop Av. 

ROSS, William Allan, lithographing; born, Glasgow, Scotland, Apr. 
22), 1843 ; son of William and Ann (Allan) Ross ; educated at Balfour 
school, Glasgow; came to America, 1862; married at Detroit, 1870, Miss 



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Ellen Brennan. Began active career as apprentice in general litho- 
graphing house, Glasgow, 1855 ; lived for four years in the South after 
coming to America ; removed from South Carolina to Detroit, 1866, and 
entered employ of Calvert & Co. ; became identified with the Calvert 
Lithographing Co., 1867, and has been vice president and director since 
1905. Office : Calvert Lithographing Co. Residence : 82 Garfield Av. 

ROTHSCHILD, Louis, tobacco merchant; born, Detroit, June 18, 
1863; son of Sigmund and Bertha (Leser) Rothschild; educated in 
public schools of Detroit; unmarried. Has been identified with leaf 
tobacco business since the beginning of his active career; began as as- 
sistant to his father, who established the business in 1854; member 
Rothschild & Bro., packers and importers of leaf tobacco; director 
People's State Bank. Jewish religion. Member Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Club: Phoenix. Office: 77-79 Jefferson Av. Residence: 37 E. 
Montcalm St. 

ROTHWELL, Arthur V., real estate, loans and insurance ; born, 
Strathroy, Can., Aug. 26, 1873; son of Burrows H. and Mary A. (Merry- 
weather) Rothwell ; educated in public schools of Canada and at col- 
legiate institute, up to 1890; married at Detroit, July i, 1896, Eliza- 
beth W. Reves. Began active career as clerk in general office of Grand 
Trunk Ry., Detroit, continuing there until September, 1899; was with 
Grand Trunk, Wabash and Michigan Central lines and contracting 
freight agent Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Ry., covering Michigan 
territory, to 1903. Entered real estate business with his father, who 
established the Rothwell Realty Co., 1889, and retired, 1906, since which 
time in sole charge and now proprietor of same. Member Detroit 
Real Estate Board. Republican. Episcopalian. Club : Fellowcraft. 
Recreations : Hunting and fishing. Office : 71 Home Bank Bldg, Resi- 
dence : 247 Horton Av. 

ROTHWELL, Burrows H., real estate and stocks ; born, Warwick, 
Ont., Mar. 9, 1846; son of Thomas Wade and Fanny M. (Alison) 
Rothwell; came to Michigan at age of 14; educated in common schools 
of Canada and at Holly, Oakland Co., Mich. ; married at Davisburg, 
Mich., Mar. 5, 1867, Mary A. Merryweather. Spent the first fifteen years 
of his active career in railroad service in employ of Detroit, Grand 
Haven & Milwaukee R. R., as telegraph operator, station agent, etc., at 
Holly, Davisburg, Corunna and Fenton ; has been engaged in general 
real estate business, insurance and loans at Detroit as Rothwell & Co., 
since 1890, and has handled some of the largest deals in the city; 
"got swamped" in financial panic of 1902-03, but recovered ; negotiated 
sale of Scotten Tobacco Go's plant to Oren Scotten ; has dealt largely 
in Woodward Av. vacant property, and sold for John Curry, $165,000 
Woodward Av. property, in 1905. Officer and director in many com- 
panies, among which are American Land Co., Mt. Clemens Sugar Co., 
United States Oil and Gas Co., Maple Valley Stock Ranch Co., etc. 
Senior major Dufferin Rifles, Brantford, Can., during return to Canada; 



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alderman City of Brantford five years. Republican. Episcopalian. York 
and Scottish Rite Mason (32°), Knight Templar, Shriner (Zion Blue 
Lodge, Minerva Chapter, Damascus Commandery, Moslem Temple). 
Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 71 Home Bank Bldg. Residence: 
247 Horton Av. 

ROWLEY, William C, railway official ; born, Rochester, N. Y., Feb. 
24, 1863; son of M. D. and Emaline (Mitchell) Rowley; educated in 
public schools; married at Quincy, 111., 1886, Carrie Boswell. Began 
active career as messenger in office of Blue Line, 1877; agent same line, 
at Quincy, 111., 1882, continuing until 1885 ; was state agent Blue Line 
and Canada Southern Line, at Detroit, 1885-95; commercial agent Mich- 
igan Central R. R., at Detroit, 1895-97; assistant general freight agent, 
Bay City, 1899-1902, and general freight agent same road, since Jan. i, 
1903. Episcopalian. Clubs : Detroit, Pere Marquette Fishing Club. 
Office : Foot of 3rd Av. Residence : 83 Erskine St. 

RUDD, Charles W. ; bom, Orion, Mich., Dec. 7, 1845 ; son of Robert 
G. and Sarah A. (Carpenter) Rudd ; educated in district schools of 
Oakland Co., Mich.; married, July 24, 1887, Miss Emma T. Oilman. Be- 
gan active career, 1865, in milling business, with R. G. Rudd & Son, cus- 
tom and merchant millers, Orion, continuing until 1888; came to Detroit, 
1888, and established in produce commission business, now C. W. Rudd 
& Son. Member Detroit Produce Exchange. Office: 31 Woodbridge St., 
W. Residence : 68 Haigh Av. 

RUMNEY, John G. ; born, Detroit, Oct. 13, 1850; son of John and 
Martha (Palmer) Rumney; educated in Detroit High School; married, 
Detroit, Jan. 30, 1883, Mary E. Pittman. Filled position of commercial 
traveler for wholesale hardware firm previous to 1880; was treasurer 
Henry C. Hart Manufacturing Co. for eight years and engaged in real 
estate and cattle business in Montana until 1896; returned to Michigan 
and assumed management of plant of the American Radiator Co. and 
Kalamazoo Spring and Axle Co., Kalamazoo ; assisted in organizing 
the Detroit Steel Products Co., 1904, and has been its treasurer and man- 
ager from time of organization. Also president and treasurer Highland 
Park Co., Helena, Mont. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Re- 
publican. Clubs : Detroit, Detroit Boat, Country. Recreations : Golf 
and sailing. Office : 91 E. Fort St. Residence : Pasadena Apts. 

RUSH, Edward F., wholesale fruits, vegetables and produce; born, 
London, Eng., Sept. i, i860; son of Alfred and Mary E. (Fisk) Rush; 
came to America, 1868; educated in public schols of Port Huron, Mich.; 
married, ist Great Barrington, Mass., 1882, Elizabeth G. Baldwin (now 
deceased) ; 2nd, St. Louis, Mar. 16, 1907, Miss Emma A. Matt. Began 
active career in produce commission business, at Port Huron, where 
he and his brother, Alfred H., established in business, as Rush Bros., 
1878; father admitted to firm later, which has since been Alfred Rush 
& Sons (Alfred and Alfred H. Rush residents of California since 1905), 



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Edward F. in control of the business, assisted by his son, Cecil P., who 
is a member of the firm. Also president Port Huron Amusement Co. 
Member National League of Commission Merchants (president), Detroit 
Produce Exchange (president). Republican. Christian Scientist. Rec- 
reation: Travel. Office: 45-49 Woodward Av. Residence: 27 Erskine 
Street. 

RUSSEL, Albert Wells; born, Detroit, Apr. 5, 1875; son of George 
Howard and Frances (Bagg) Russel ; educated in public and private 
schools and at University of Michigan ; unmarried. Has been identified 
with the Russel Wheel and Foundry Co., manufacturers of cars, car 
wheels and structural steel work, since leaving university, 1897 ; pur- 
chasing agent, 1897-1902; treasurer of the company since 1902. Member 
Detroit Naval Reserve ; served in United States Navy in Spanish-Amer- 
ican War, on U. S. S. Yosemite, with Michigan Naval Reserve. Member 
Detroit Board of Commerce. Member Delta Kappa Epsilon, Gilbert 
Wilkes Command Spanish-American War Veterans. Clubs : Univer- 
sity, Detroit, Country. Office : Russel Wheel and Foundry Co. Resi- 
dence : 859 Jefferson Av. 

RUSSEL, Clinton W., assistant general manager Russel Wheel & 
Foundry Co.; born, Springfield, O., Nov. 19, 1864; son of Francis G. 
and Helen (Edwards) Russel; educated in public schools; married at 
Richmond, Va., Apr. 19, 1892, Anna M. Rose. Began active career in 
employ of the Richmond Locomotive and Machine Works, continuing 
until 1895 ; was connected with C. W. Hunt Co., New York City, manu- 
facturers of coal handling and conveying machinery, 1895-97 ; came to 
Detroit, 1897, as superintendent of Russel Wheel & Foundry Co., manu- 
facturers of structural steel cars, and in general foundry and machinery 
business, and continued in that position until 1903, since which time 
he has been assistant general manager and director of the company. 
Member Detroit Engineering Society. Republican. Clubs: Detroit 
Boat, Detroit Golf. Office : Russel Wheel & Foundry Co. Residence : 
140 Delaware Av. 

RUSSEL, George Bagg, secretary and treasurer Seamless Steel 
Bath Tub Co. ; born, Detroit, June 8, 1873 ; son of George H. and Frances 
E. (Bagg) R,ussel ; educated in Barston school and Detroit School for 
Boys; University of Michigan, degree of A. B., 1895; Harvard Law 
School, three months ; unmarried. Has been secretary, treasurer and 
director Seamless Steel Bath Tub Co. since 1905. Independent in pol- 
itics. Presbyterian. Member Delta Kappa Epsilon. Clubs: Detroit, 
University, Racquet, Country. Recreations : Sailing and outdoor sports. 
Office : Mt. Elliott near Harper Av. Residence : 859 Jefferson Av. 

RUSSEL, George Howard, banker and manufacturer ; born, Detroit, 
Nov, 29, 1847; son of Dr. George B. and Anna E. (Davenport) Russel; 
educated in public and private schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, 
June 27, 1892, Frances E. Bagg. Began active career as yard foreman 
Detroit & Lake Superior Iron Manufacturing Co. and became its book- 



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keeper; was elected secretary and treasurer of the Hamtrouck Iron 
Works, 1867, and was also elected secretary and treasurer Detroit Car 
Works, 1872; began independently in manufacture of car wheels and 
castings, February, 1876; organized, with Walter S. Russel, the Russel 
Car Wheel & Foundry Co., of which he is now vice president; was 
elected president State Savings Bank, December, 1889, and on its con- 
solidation with the People's Bank, January, 1907, was elected president 
of People's State Bank, which position he now holds. Also vice presi- 
dent Great Lake Engineering Works; director International Banking 
Corporation of New York and Canada Life Assurance Co. Former 
president Detroit Park and Boulevard Commission. Member American 
Bankers' Association (ex-president), Michigan State Bankers' Associa- 
tion, etc. Clubs: Detroit, Country, Yondotega, Harmonic, Fellow- 
craft, etc. Recreations : Golf, walking, traveling. Office : People's State 
Bank, Detroit. Residence: Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich. 

RUSSEL, Henry, lawyer; born, Detroit, May 16, 1852; son of Dr. 
George B. and Anna E. (Davenport) Russel; educated in Detroit public 
schools and Philo E. Patterson's Classical and Mathematical Academy, 
Detroit, graduating, 1869; University of Michigan, degree of B. A., 
1873, LL. B., 1875, M. A., same university, 1875; married at Detroit, 
June 3, 1880, Helen Muir. In general practice firm of Russel & Camp- 
bell (established, 1879), and counsel for Michigan Central R. R. Co., 
since 1877. President Olds Motor Co., Cass Farm Co. ; director and 
member executive committee Union Trust Co. ; director People's State 
Bank, Michigan State Telephone Co., Standard Screw Co., Michigan 
Carbon Works, Jackson, Lansing & Saginaw R. R. Co. and other Mich- 
igan R. R. co's. Member Michigan State Bar Association, American 
Bar Association. Democrat. Presbyterian. Clubs : Detroit, Country, 
Detroit Golf, Transportation, University (New York). Recreation: 
Angling. Office: 604 Union Trust Bldg. and M. C. R. R. Station. 
Residence: 917 Jefiferson Av. 

RUSSEL, John Ross; born, Detroit, July 11, 1857; son of George B. 
and Anna E. (Davenport) Russel; educated in public schools of Detroit; 
University of Michigan, degree of A. B., 1879, Medical Department, same 
university, M. D., 1882 ; widower. Began active career with the Russel 
Wheel and Foundry Co., 1882, became secretary and treasurer, 1885, 
and continues as secretary; since 1903 secretary and treasurer Great 
Lakes Engineering Works, successor to Riverside Iron Works, steel 
ship and engine builders, hydraulic dredges and air compressors. Mem- 
ber Detroit Board of Commerce. Democrat. Presbyterian. Clubs: 
Detroit, University, Detroit Boat, Country, Huron Mountain, Union 
(Cleveland). Office: Foot of Rivard St., Detroit. Residence: 689 Jef- 
ferson Av., Detroit; summer residence: Huron Mountain Club, Mich. 

RUSSEL, Walter S.; born, Detroit, Mar. 12, 1855; son of George 
B. and Anna E. (Davenport) Russel; educated in Detroit public schools 
until 12; Peterson's School for Boys, 12 to 16; graduate University of 



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Michigan, June, 1875, degree of C. E. ; married at Detroit, Apr. 24, 1880, 
Mary E. Rumney. Was assistant engineer in U. S. Lake Survey during 
last two years at college and for one year after graduation ; built and 
operated a car wheel and general foundry, with George H. Russel, 
1877, incorporating, 1880, under name of Russel Wheel & Foun- 
dry Co.; vice president and general manager, 1880-1904; president 
since 1904. Also president Detroit Steel Products Co. ; director Amer- 
ican Radiator Co., Chicago. Member Detroit Engineering Society (one 
of the incorporators and first president), American Society of Mechanical 
Engineers (ex-vice president and ex-manager), American Institute of 
Mining Engineers, Detroit Board of Commerce. Member Delta Kappa 
Epsilon, Wittenagemotte. Clubs: Detroit, University, Country. Rec- 
reations : Books, yachting, automobiling and outdoor sports. Office : 
Cor, Chene and Detroit Belt Line. Residence: 863 Jefiferson Av. 

RUSSELL, Arthur, teacher of singing; born, Detroit, Apr. 3, 1872; 
son of Charles P. and Sarah C. (Silsbee) Russell; graduate Detroit 
public schools, 1889; studied music under private tutors; married at 
Detroit, Jan. i, 1896, Mary G. Passo. Began professional career at 16 
as church choir singer; engaged in newspaper work until 1898, then 
spent two years on the road as basso of the Murray-Lane Opera Co. ; 
returned to Detroit, Jan. i, 1900, and has since been engaged as teacher 
of singing; now basso and director St. Paul's Cathedral Choir, Detroit. 
Mason (Blue Lodge, Chapter, Knights Templar) ; Member Knights of 
Pythias. Recreations: Fishing, shooting and sailing. Office: 204 Weth- 
erbee Bldg. Residence: 138 Maybury Av. 

RUSSELL, John A. ; born, Sheboygan, Wis., Nov. 4, 1865 ; son of 
John and Alice (Brennan) Russell; educated in private schools; Detroit 
College, 1878-83, graduating, degree of A. B., 1883, A. M., 1885 ; unmar- 
ried. Resident of Detroit since 1871 ; incorporator Detroit, Ypsilanti 
& Ann Arbor Ry., and treasurer, 1897-98; incorporator and builder, 
Detroit, Plymouth & Northville Ry., 1898-1902; incorporator, builder 
and vice president Detroit, Flint & Saginaw Ry., 1903-04; engaged in 
development of electric power, etc., since 1904. Associate editor Detroit 
Evening News 1883-96; secretary Detroit Chamber of Commerce, 1896- 
97; now chairman Ecorse Land Improvement Co., Michigan Investor Co. 
Member American Association for the Advancement of Science. Demo- 
crat. Roman Catholic. Club: Harmonic. Office: ion Union Trust 
Bldg. Residence: 383 Brooklyn Av. 

RYAN, Frank G., president, Parke, Davis & Co.; born, Marcellus 
Falls, N. Y., 1861 ; educated in public schools of Elmira, N. Y. ; spent 
three years in pharmacy of Brown & Dawson, Syracuse, N. Y. ; grad- 
uate Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, 1884. Began active career in 
Philadelphia, where he was identified with several stores; was assistant 
professor of pharmacy and in charge of commercial department, Phila- 
delphia College of Pharmacy, also lecturer on pharmacy at Woman's 
Medical College, Philadelphia; resigned various positions and came to 



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Detroit as chief pharmacist Parke, Davis & Co., 1900; was elected 
member of directors, 1903, secretary, 1905, vice president, 1906, and 
president of the company after decease of Theodore D. Buhl, 1907. 
Made trip of seven months around the world visiting foreign branches 
of the company, returning early in 1907. Member Detroit Board of 
Commerce. Clubs: Detroit, Country, Detroit Boat, New York Drug 
Club (New York). Office: Parke, Davis & Co. Residence: The Pasa- 
dena. 

RYNO, Earl Roscoe, manufacturer of gas engines; born, Wayland, 
Mich., Apr. 18, 188 1 ; son of Eber H. and Sarah J. (Beamer) Ryno; 
educated in public schools of Wayland ; special studies, Chicago, two and 
one-half years, in English, history and economics; married at Detroit, 
Aug. 9, 1905, Dedie M. Brydle. Began active career by organizing and 
promoting the Detroit Auto-Marine Co., 1905, later merged with the 
Hofifman Hinge and Foundry Co., of Cleveland, forming the Ferro Ma- 
chine and Foundry Co., Cleveland; organized and promoted the St. 
Clair Motor Co. and managed same, 1906; now president Belle Isle 
Motor Co. (incorporated), manufacturers of high grade marine engines, 
and the Detroit Gear Co., manufacturers of the Marine Reverse Gear. 
Republican as to politics; Congregationalist in church affiliation. Rec- 
reation : Boating. Office : 28 Woodbridge St., E. Residence : 595 
3rd Av. 

SAFFORD, Homer E., physician ; born, Plymouth, Mich., Sept. 18, 
1869; son of Robert C. and Elizabeth A. (Murray) Saiiford ; educated 
in Plymouth High School, graduating, 1886; Ann Arbor High School 
(college preparatory) ; University of Michigan, degree of Ph. B., 1892, 
Medical Department, same university, degr'^.e of M. D., 1896; married 
at Ann Arbor, June 28, 1898, Gertrude Sunderland. Has engaged in 
practice in Detroit since August, 1897. Member American Medical 
Association, Michigan State Medical Society, Delta Upsilon and Nu 
Sigma Nu. Office and residence: 22 Hancock Av., W. 

SALES, Murray W., manufacturer; born, Detroit, Mar. 21, 1866; 
son of William and Agnes (Adams) Sales; educated in public schools 
of Detroit; married at Detroit, 1893, Jessie June Carter. Began business 
career as a boy with Allan, Sheldon & Co., wholesale dry goods, con- 
tinuing for nine years until the firm went out of business; then went 
to Chicago as local manager Detroit Copper & Brass Rolling Mills, 
remaining for three years; returned to Detroit, 1901, and organized 
Sales & Broad Co., of which is president and treasurer. Also director 
Earned, Carter & Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Repub- 
lican. Presbyterian. Clubs: Commercial, Detroit, Country. Recrea- 
tions: Golf, automobiling. Office: 76-78 Jefiferson Av. Residence: 
37 Davenport St. 

SAMPSON, Morris B.; born, Erie, Pa., Sept. 14, 1862; son of 
Henry J. and Josephine (Barr) Sampson; educated in public and high 



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schools of Battle Creek, Mich.; married at Battle Creek, Jan. i, 1892. 
Began active career in charge of commissary department of the Grand 
Trunk Ry., continuing, 1880-87; has been engaged in real estate busi- 
ness in his own name since 1887. Member Detroit Real Estate Board. 
Republican. Methodist. Recreations: Hunting and fishing. Office: 
7^ McGraw Bldg. Residence : 46 Leicester Court. 

SANDERS, Fred, manufacturing confectioner; born, Buhl, Baden, 
Germany, July i, 1848; son of Alvin and Caroline (Conrad) Sanders; 
educated in public schools of Peru, 111. ; married in Karlsruhe, Germany, 
1869, Miss Rose Conrad. Came to America with parents, 1850, and 
lived in Peru, 111., and later in Chicago ; learned candy making trade 
and traveled in dififerent parts of the country ; visited Germany and 
perfected himself in his trade, 1865; worked in Chicago, 1871-75; came 
to Detroit, 1875, and established himself in confectionery business, in 
which he still continues; originated and introduced ice cream soda. 
Director Detroit Creamery Co. Republcian. Member Masonic order 
(32°), Knights Templar, Shrine; I. O. O. P., B. P. O. E. Recreations: 
Traveling. Office: 141-143 Woodward Av. Residence: 1000 Wood- 
ward Av. 

SANDERS, George White ; born, Jefferson Co., Ind., Dec. 7, 1845 ; 
son of John T. and Ann E. (White) Sanders ; graduate Indiana Uni- 
versity, degree of A. B., 1869, A. M. 1872 ; married at Detroit, Apr. 17, 
1878, Annie M. Cronk. After leaving college engaged in civil engineer- 
ing in the South and West; entered employ of Mutual Life Insurance 
Co., Mar. i, 1875; has been actuary of the company since Jan. i, 1891. 
Fellow Actuarial Society of America. Member Phi Kappa Psi. Office: 
Michigan Mutual Life Insurance Co. Residence: 134 Milwaukee Av. 

SANGER, Henry H., cashier; born, Detroit, Sept. 21, 1866; son 
of Henry P. and Frances A. (Hulbert) Sanger; educated in public 
schools of Detroit and Cornell University, graduating, degree of B. L., 
1891 ; unmarried. Began active career in employ of First National 
Bank, Detroit, 1891, continuing for nine years; then assistant cashier 
Commercial National Bank, six years, resigning, to accept position as 
cashier National Bank of Commerce, June i, 1907. Also director Hayes 
Manufacturing Co. Member Kappa Alpha. Clubs: Detroit (director 
and treasurer). University, Country, Detroit Boat. Office: National 
Bank of Commerce of Detroit. Residence : 402 Jefferson Av. 

SAYRES, William Seaman, clergyman ; born, Jamaica, N. Y., Oct. 
16, 1851 ; son of Gilbert and Anna Leah (Seaman) Sayres; A. B., Dart- 
mouth College, 1876, D. D., 1904; studied theology, Berkeley Divinity 
School, 1876-78; married, Shanghai, China, Apr. 3, 1882, Anna Stevens. 
Ordered deacon, 1878, ordained priest, Episcopal Church, 1879; one of 
founders, 1879, and professor mathematics, 1879-80, 1882-85, St. John's 
Missionary College, Shanghai ; secretary standing committee American 
Episcopal Jurisdiction of China, 1882-84; engaged in educational and 
evangelistic work, Wuchang and Hankow, 1880-82; pastor New Lenno, 



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JoHet and Morris, 111., 1886-88, Montevideo, Minn., 1888-90; Broken Bow, 
Neb., 1890-93, Detroit, 1893-99; secretary Detroit Sunday School Insti- 
tute, 1895-99; examining chaplain to bishop of Michigan, general mis- 
sionary and arch deacon, Diocese of Michigan, since 1899. Contributor 
on religious subjects to newspapers, and writer of tracts. Residence: 
163 Willis Av., W. 

SCANLON, Matthew, real estate and insurance ; born, Brooklyn, 
N. Y., Mar. 15, 1855; son of Patrick and Sarah (Cofifey) Scanlon ; edu- 
cated at Christian Brothers College, Detroit, 1860-65 J rnarried at Detroit, 
June 15, 1881, Catherine Slattery. Began as newspaper boy, 1865, and 
continued until 1871 ; engaged in teaming business for himself, 1871-77; 
salesman for self in woolen goods, 1877-92 ; has been member of firm 
of Grosfield & Scanlon, real estate and insurance, since 1892. Inde- 
pendent in politics ; Catholic in religion. Member Catholic Mutual 
Benefit Association. Recreations: Hunting, fishing and traveling. Office: 
983 Michigan Av. Residence: 807 W. Grand Blvd. 

SCHANTZ, Arnold Augustus; born, Mansfield, O., Apr. 10, 1861 ; 
son of John and Barbara x'Vnn (Buckingham) Schantz ; educated in public 
schools of Mansfield ; married at Detroit, July 14, 1906, Miss Lila Mae 
Rankin. Began active career at Mansfield as agent for the Detroit & 
Cleveland Navigation Co., 1880; was made advertising and tourist agent, 
1882, traveling passenger agent, 1883, general western passenger agent, 
1884, assistant general passenger agent, 1891, general passenger agent, 
1892, general passenger and traffic manager, 1902, general superin- 
tendent and passenger traffic manager, 1903, general manager, same 
company, 1907. Also general manager and director, Detroit & Buffalo 
Steamboat Co., and Cleveland and Toledo Line ; director The Melvin 
Co., Mica Mining Co., secretary Televent Co. Honorary member Detroit 
Light Guard and Detroit Y. M. C. A. Formerly superintendent of 
carriers Mansfield (O.) postoffice. Member Detroit Board of Commerce, 
Detroit Transportation Society (president). Republican. Mason (32°), 
Shriner; member B. P. O. E. Clubs: Detroit, Fellowcraft, Detroit 
Yacht. Office : Foot of Wayne St. Residence : 49 Stimson PI. 

SCHENCK, Benjamin Robinson, surgeon ; born, Syracuse, N. Y., 
Aug. 19, 1872; son of Adrian A. and Harriet (Robinson) Schenck; edu- 
cated in Syracuse High School; Williams (Mass.) College, degree of 
A. B., 1894; Johns Hopkins University, degree of M. D., 1898. Married 
at Niagara-on-The-Lake, Can., Aug. 17, 1904, Jessie Jean McCallum. 
Resident house surgeon Johns Hopkins Hospital, 1898-1902, resident 
gynecologist, same, 1900-03, instructor in gynecology, Johns Hopkins 
University, 1901-03. Has practiced in Detroit since 1903. Member Mich- 
igan State Medical Society (secretary), Wayne County Medical Society, 
Detroit Academy of Medicine, American Medical Association. Member 
Zeta Psi. Clubs: University, Detroit Boat. Office: 502 Washington 
Arcade. Residence : 227 Van Dyke Av. 



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SCHERER, Hugo, merchant. President H. Scherer & Co., Detroit 
Forging Co., Michigan Steel Boat Co. ; director People's Bank. Member 
Detroit Board of Commerce. Address 745 Jefferson Av. 

SCHERER, Otto, physician; born, Detroit, Nov. 21, 1865; son of 
John C. Scherer; M. D., Detroit College of Medicine, 1890; student at 
University of Heidelberg, 1890, University of Munich, 1891, specializing 
in ophthalmology and otology, and again, 1906 and 1907, University of 
Heidelberg and Allgemeines Krakenhaus, Vienna. Began practicing in 
Detroit, 1891. Member Wayne County and Michigan State Medical 
societies, American Medical Association. Office: 106 Broadway. Resi- 
dence: 212 Frederick Av. 

SCHERMERHORN, James, president The Detroit Times Co.; 
born, Hudson, Mich., Mar. 13, 1865; son of William Ten Broeck and 
Jane Adelaide (Terry) Schermerhorn ; learned printing and newspaper 
trade under his father in the office of the Hudson Gazette, established, 
1858; began as apprentice at age of 12 and divided years of boyhood 
between printing office and public schools ; attended public schools of 
Hudson, 187084; prepared for U. S. Military Academy, West Point, 
at Oberlin (O.) College, 1884; cadet at West Point, 1885 and 1886, 
resigning from class of 1889, in 1886, to take charge of Hudson Gazette ; 
married, Oswego, N. Y., July 13, 1901, Adaline M. Jenkins. Publisher 
Hudson Gazette, 1886-95 ; reporter, then Washington correspondent, De- 
troit News, 1895-96; editorial writer Detroit Free Press, 1896-1900; 
established The Detroit Times, first called The Detroit Today, 1900, of 
which has since been president and general manager. Member Michigan 
Press Association. Democrat. Congregationalist. Office: 13-15 John 
R. St. Residence: 2051 Woodward Av. 

SCHEYER, David, wholesale dry goods ; born, Kempen, Germany, 
Mar. 13, 1866; son of S. and Fanny (Krolik) Scheyer; graduate Gym- 
nasium, Tarnowitz, Schlesien, Germany, 1885 ; came to America, about 
1893 ; married, Detroit, June 19, 1900, Bell Krolik. Has been connected 
with A. Krolik & Co. Jewish religion. Clubs: Phoenix, Harmonic, 
Detroit Yacht. Office: 138-140 Jefferson Av. Residence: 25 Adelaide 
Street. 

SCHIAPPACASSE, Joseph T., lawyer; born, Detroit, Apr. 21, 1880; 
son of Louis and Rosa (Gardella) Schiappacasse ; educated in St. Peter 
and St. Paul's parochial schools, Detroit (Jesuit) College, 1892-96; St. 
Mary's (Jesuit) College, St. Mary's Kan., degree of A. M., June, 1899; 
University of Michigan, Department of Law, 1899-1902, degree of LL. 
B., June 12, 1902; unmarried. Entered law office of Bowen, Douglas, 
Whiting & Murfin, Detroit, 1902 ; has been practicing alone since Sep- 
tember, 1904. Member Knights of Columbus. Club : Detroit Ath- 
letic. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 41 Buhl Blk. Residence: 
93 Winder St. 

SCHIAPPACASSE, Louis, wholesale fruits; born, province of 
Genoa, Italy, June 26, 1845; self educated; married, Neirone, Italy, Sep- 



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tember, 1869, Rosa Gardella. Came to America, 1870, and located in 
Detroit; engaged in retail fruit business until 1888 and since that time 
has operated as wholesale dealer under title of L. Schiappacasse & Co, 
Member of Detroit Produce Exchange. Recreation: Farming. Office: 
41-43 Woodward Av. Residence: 93 Winder St. 

SCHILLING, Edward Arthur, architect ; born, Auburn, N. Y., Nov. 
7, 1872; son of Joseph and Louise Schilling; educated in public schools 
of Auburn and Ishpeming (Mich.) High School; married at Detroit, 1896, 
Miss May Owens. Came to Detroit, from Ishpeming, 1892, and began 
active career as draughtsman in architect's office ; entered business for 
self 1896; has been associated with Edward C. Van Leyen since 1900. 
Buildings: Public Casino at Belle Isle, City Hall, Flint, Mich., etc. Mem- 
ber Architectural Club of Detroit, National Union. Recreations: Fishing 
and shooting. Office: 48 Peninsular Bank Bldg. Residence: 496 
Wabash Av. 

SCHLOSS, Albert W.; born, Detroit, Feb. 24, 1862; son of Seligman 
and Hannah (Weichselbaum) Schloss ; educated in Patterson's Academy 
and Detroit High School; married at Toledo, O., June 4, 1895, Susanne 
A. Feiss. Began active career as stock boy, 1878; now head of the firm 
of Schloss Bros. Republican. Jewish religion. Member Phoenix Social 
Club (director). Office: 184-186 Jefiferson Av., Detroit. Residence: 
Grosse Pointe, Mich. 

SCHMALZRIEDT, Frederick R., deputy city clerk; born, Detroit, 
Mar. 14, 1880; son of Christian and Caroline (Dieffenbach) Schmalzriedt; 
educated in Immanuel German Lutheran School, 1886-92 ; Pitcher Gram- 
mar School at time of graduation, Feb. i, 1895; Detroit Museum of 
Art School, September, 1895-May, 1896 (on account of scholarship in 
drawing, in grammar school) ; Detroit High School one and one-half 
years; Detroit College of Law, 1898-1901, graduating, degree of LL. 
B., June 14, 1901 ; married, Detroit, June 20, 1903, Emma L. McMahon. 
Was clerk in Woodmere Pharmacy, 1896-98, and in drug store, Lewis 
McFarland, February-November, 1899, attending college at night; en- 
tered law office of Lemuel H. Foster and Judge Fred H. Aldrich, Apr. 10, 
1901 ; practiced on own account, June 15, 1901-Nov. i, 1903. Enlisted 
as private in Co. I, 32nd Michigan Volunteer Infantry, June 22, 1898, 
and was honorably discharged, Nov. 9, 1898; journal clerk, common 
council, Nov. i, 1903-Dec. 31, 1905; deputy city clerk, since Jan. i, 
1906. Member Detroit Bar Association. Republican. German Evan- 
gelical Lutheran. Member Hazen S. Pingree Camp No. 5, United Span- 
ish War Veterans (Past Commander), Michigan Garrison No. 80, Army 
and Navy Union. Club : Fellowcraft. Recreations : Outdoor sports. 
Office: City Hall. Residence: 530 14th Av. 

SCHMIDT, Albert H.; born, Detroit, Feb. 24, 1873 ; son of Traugott 
and Mary R. (Beck) Schmidt; educated in Detroit and abroad; un- 
married. Has been connected since the beginning of his active career 



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with Traugott Schmidt & Sons, wool, furs and leather; became a 
member of the company, 1895, and later treasurer and general man- 
ager, which positions he continues to hold. Member Detroit Board of 
Commerce. Clubs: Detroit, Country. Recreation: Golf. Office: 134- 
164 Monroe St. Residence : 591 Jefiferson Av. 

SCHMIDT, Carl Ernest, tanner; born, Detroit, Dec. 31, 1856; son 
of Traugott and Wilhelmina (Beck) Schmidt; educated in German- 
American Seminary, Detroit, until 14, and in public schools of Germany 
until 19; married at Detroit, Nov. 4, 1880, Alice M. Candler. Learned 
the tannery business with his father, with whom he was associated 
until his death, 1897; now member Carl E. Schmidt & Co., tanners 
(organized, 1897). Also president Gabriel Concrete Steel Co. Member 
Detroit Police Board, 1892-94, State Board of Arbitration and Mediation, 
1897-98. Appointed member Board of Forest Inquiry, 1907 (purpose 
of the board is to investigate forestry conditions in Michigan and to 
report to the legislature). Republican. Mason (32°), Knight Templar, 
Shriner. Clubs: Detroit, Fellowcraft, Harmonic Society. Recreations: 
Outdoor diversions. Office : Macomb and Beaubien Sts., Detroit. Resi- 
dence: 181 McDougall Av., Detroit, and Grosse Pointe, Mich. 

SCHREITER, Arthur E., lawyer; born, Leipzig, Germany, May 
20, 1869; son of Edward and Emma Schreiter; came to America with 
parents, 1871 ; educated in German-American Seminary; Caton College 
of Commerce, Detroit, graduating, 1895 ; Detroit College of Law, grad- 
uating, LL. B., 1902; from 1893 to 1903 employed as clerk in Probate 
Court ; married at Detroit, June 25, 1895, Louise Breitmeyer. Has been 
engaged in practice in Detroit since Mar. i, 1903. Member Masonic 
order (Moslem Temple) ; German Salesmen's Association. Recreations: 
Outdoor sports. Office: 52-53 Home Bank Bldg. Residence: 443 
Helen Av. 

SCHROEDER, John; born, Detroit, July 26, i860; son of John 
and Christina ( Vogt) Schroeder ; educated in parochial schools of De- 
troit and at Goldsmith's College (night course while in employment) ; 
married at Detroit, June 3, 1884, Mary Antoinette Lebens. Began active 
career in store of William Reid, paints, oils, glass, etc., 1874; associated 
with James H. O'Donnell and founded the Schroeder Paint and Glass 
Co., wholesale and retail, 1897, of which he is president. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Water commissioner City of Detroit, 1902-07; hon- 
orary member Detroit Light Infantry. Member B. P. O. E., R. A., K. C, 
C. M. B. A. Clubs: Detroit Paint, Oil and Varnish, Harmonic. Recrea- 
tions. Reading, river excursions, theater. Office : 44-46 Cadillac Sq. 
Residence : 460 E. Grand Blvd. 

SCHULTE, Frank A., banker; born, Westphalia, Germany, De- 
cember, 1836; son of Frank A. and Elizabeth (Nueckel) Schulte; edu- 
cated in Realschule, Germany ; came to America, September, 1865 ; mar- 
ried, Detroit, 1889, Bertha V. Hennes. Spent first year after reaching 



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America, in the copper country; located in Detroit, October, 1866; be- 
came vice president People's Savings Bank, 1886, and upon consolidation 
with the State Savings Bank, as People's State Bank, January, 1907, v^as 
elected vice president of the new institution. Also president Detroit 
Edge Tool Works; vice president Detroit Cabinet Co. Independent in 
politics. Catholic. Office: People's State Bank. Residence: 178 Mc- 
Dougall Av. 

SCHULTE, Joseph, physician ; born, Prussia, Nov. 24, 1849 ! son of 
Johannes and Elizabeth (Knoche) Schulte ; educated in Gymnasiums, 
Brilon and Lingen, Prussia, Germany, graduating, 1870; came to Amer- 
ica, 1871 ; graduate Detroit College of Medicine, degree of M. D., 1875 ; 
married at Detroit, Aug. 12, 1879, Clementine Heuser, who died in 1893; 
married again at Detroit, Aug. 14, 1893, Elizabeth Lauhoff. Has prac- 
ticed in Detroit since 1875. Member Detroit Board of Health for two 
years, 1892-94; city physician, 1885 to 1888, acting health officer four 
months ; examiner Germania Life Insurance Co. Member Wayne County 
Medical Society. Democrat. Catholic. Member Harmonic Society, 
Westphalia Schuetzenbund (a shooting club). Recreation: Hunting. 
Office and residence: 1165 E. Grand Blvd., Detroit. 

SCHUNEMAN, Erhard Charles, manager The Detroit News Com- 
pany ; son of John and Katherina Schuneman ; born, Greifswald, Ger- 
many, Jan. II, 1857; educated in public schools of Greifswald; came to 
America, April, 1872; married at Detroit, Sept. 11, 1880, Miss Louisa 
Reichle. Became connected with Detroit News Co. in 1876 and has 
been manager since 1897, wholesale booksellers, stationers and news- 
dealers. Member Harmonic Society. Recreation: At home always and 
reading. Office: The Detroit News Co. Residence: 267 Kercheval Av. 

SCHWANKOVSKY, Frederick J., painos and musical merchan- 
dise; born, Abbott, Wis., May 16, 1859; son of Rev. Conrad and Martha 
(Meyers) Schwankovsky ; educated by private and public tuition at 
Harrisburg, Pa.; married at Detroit, February, 1884, Julia St. Vrain. 
Began active career in Harrisbury, in book and stationery business, con- 
tinuing two years ; came to Detroit, 1876, and entered house of H. 
Bishop, pianos, etc., and bought him out in 1877; also bought out 
stock of Adam Cause, 1879, and has continued in business in his own 
name. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Episcopalian. 
Clubs : Detroit, Harmonic. Recreations : Cultivation of shrubs, plants ; 
literature. Office : 238-240 Woodward Av., Detroit. Residence : Grosse 
Pointe Farms, Mich. 

SCHWARTZ, Charles, real estate; born, Detroit, Dec. 15, 1862; son 
of Charles and Louisa (Roehl) Schwartz; educated in public schools 
of Detroit; unmarried. Began active career as clerk in hardware store, 
continuing only for a short time, and then entered real estate business, 
in which he has been actively engaged since May i, 1884. Republican. 
Episcopalian. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 409 Moffat Bldg. 
Residence : 272 Randolph St. 



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SCOTT, H. Byron, 2nd vice president Newcomb, Endicott & Co. ; 
born, Colborne, Ont. ; came to Detroit, 1881, from Indianapolis; married 
at Indianapolis, Harriet C. Cane. Has been connected with Newcomb, 
Endicott & Co., since 1881, and has been 2nd vice president of the 
company since 1903. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Boat, Old Club; Aldine 
(New York). Office: 206 Woodward Av., Detroit. Residence: Grosse 
He, Mich. 

SCOTT, Hereward S., newspaper publisher; born, London, Ont., 
1865; son of George B. and Emma (Richardson) Scott; educated in 
public schools and at collegiate institute; married at St. Thomas, Can., 
Sept. 26, 1902, Edith A. Cruise. Became connected with News stafif, 
1890; came to Detroit, 1902, and is secretary and business manager The 
Evening News. Member Masonic order. Club: Detroit Golf. Office: 
65 Shelby St. Residence: 93 No. Grand Blvd., W. 

SCRIPPS, William Edmund, publisher, manufacturer ; born, Detroit, 
May 6, 1882; son of James Edmund and Harriet Josephine (Messenger) 
Scripps ; educated at University School (manual training) Cleveland ; 
Detroit University School (manual training) ; Michigan Military Acad- 
emy, Orchard Lake, Mich.; married, Amherstburg, Ont., June 27, 1901, 
Nina A. Downey. Has been engaged in business in Detroit since be- 
ginning of his active career in 1900; treasurer Evening News Associa- 
tion ; secretary and treasurer James E. Scripps Corporation ; general 
manager Scripps Motor Co., manufacturers of marine gasoline engines, 
established, Nov. 15, 1906. President Pouliot Boat Works, builders of 
launches and speed crafts. Member Board of Commerce and Asso- 
ciated Press. Republican. Episcopalian. Club : Detroit Motor. Rec- 
reations : Boating, automobiling, traveling. Office : 65 Shelby St. Resi- 
dence: 598 Trumbull Av. 

SCULLY, Walter J., coal. President W. J. Scully Ventilator and 
Manufacturing Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Office: Ma- 
jestic Bldg. Residence: yy Pallister Av. 

SEEGER, Anthony, manufacturer of furniture ; born, Detroit, July 
6, 1870; son of Frederick and Elizabeth (Funke) Seeger; educated in 
public schools of Detroit and at Detroit Business University; married, 
Detroit, 1895, Miss Bertha Gibbings. Began as a boy, 1882, to learn 
wood carving in wood carving department of The Posselius Brothers 
Furniture Manufacturing Co. ; was connected next with retail depart- 
ment of the company as salesman and later became bookkeeper in the 
general office ; has been secretary and treasurer and director of the com- 
pany since 1900. Specialty of the company, manufacture of extension 
tables. Member Masonic order. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 
Harper and Mt. Elliott Avs. Residence: 1982 E. Grand Blvd. 

SEIDLER, Benjamin F. ; born, Allegheny, Pa., 1861 ; son of John B. 
and Anna C. (Hesner) Seidler; educated in public schools of Wooster, 
O. ; married at Detroit, 1889, Miss Ida G. Miner. Came to Detroit 
from Wooster, at the beginning of his active career; began in electrical 



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business, 1882, and in automobile business, 1904. President Seidler- 
Miner Electric Co. ; vice president and manager Seidler-Miner Automo- 
bile Co., agents for Jackson and Babcock automobiles and automobile 
supplies. Member Masonic order and Knights of Pythias. Recreations : 
Automobiling, boating. Clubs: Detroit Yacht, Detroit Motor Boat, 
Mervue. Office: 244 Jefferson Av. Residence: 314 Field Av. 

SELLING, Bernard B., lawyer; born, Detroit, Dec. 26, 1873; son of 
Louis and Henrietta (Sinn) Selling; educated in Detroit public and high 
schools, graduating from high school, June, 1890; University of Mich- 
igan, degree of Ph. B., 1894, Law Department, same university, LL. B., 
1895 ; married at New York, Nov. 12, 1900, Hattie Adelaide Sinn. Began 
practice at Detroit, with firm of Brennan, Donnelly & Vandemark, June 
I, 1895; founded firm of Selling and Hatch, March, 1898, which firm 
continued until June, 1902, at which time Mr. Hatch removed to 
Ypsilanti, Mich. ; has practiced alone since 1902, making specialty of 
commercial and corporation litigation. Vice president and director Sell- 
ing & May, men's and boys' clothing and furnishings. Member Detroit 
Bar Association (treasurer since 1901), Michigan Bar Association, Uni- 
versity of Michigan Association. Clubs : Phoenix, Detroit Yacht. Rec- 
reations : Yachting and fishing. Office : 503-508 Hammond Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 45 Smith Av. 

SERVICE, Robert John, manager Royal Manufacturing Co. ; born, 
Belfast, Ireland, Sept. 20, 1857; son of Rev. John and Mary (Wilson) 
Service; came to America with parents, i860; graduate St. Johnsbury 
Academy, Vt., 1873 ; A. B., Dartmouth, 1877 (D. D. 1894) ; B. D., Union 
Theological Seminary, 1882; married at Hamilton, Ont., Sept. 2, 1884, 
Mary Meilwraith. Ordained to ministry of Presbyterian Church, 1883; 
pastor Presbyterian Church, Red Wing, Minn., 1884-88, Trumbull 
Avenue Presbyterian Church, Detroit, 1889-99; resigned his pastorate 
and has been manager of the Royal Manufacturing Co. since 1899. Re- 
publican. Presbyterian. Clubs: Detroit, Old Club. Office: 85 Con- 
gress St. Residence: iioo Woodward Av. 

SEVALD, Frederick John Baptiste, lawyer ; born, Detroit, Jan. 29, 
1874; son of John and Alma Virginia (Foisey) Sevald; educated in public 
and private schools, Detroit, and at Detroit College of Law, degree of 
LL. B., 1901 ; married Detroit, Apr. 28, 1903, Ella Martha Daker. Began 
active career in employ of C. M. Burton, land abstracts, continuing 
1891-92; in abstract department of the Union Trust Co., 1894-1901 ; has 
practiced law in Detroit since 1901 ; member firm of Flynn & Sewald. 
Secretary-treasurer of Holy Cross Cemetery, Republican. Roman Cath- 
olic. Member Knights of Columbus. Recreation: Music. Office: 
614-615 Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 460 Scotten Av. 

SEYBURN, Stephen Y., trustee William B. Wesson estate ; director 
First National Bank ; member Detroit Board of Commerce. Office : 
Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 1576 Jefferson Av. 



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SHATTUCK, George Stephen, physician ; born, Ontario, Can., July 
3, 1841 ; son of George and Cynthia (Heath) Shattuck ; removed to state 
of Iowa at an early age ; educated in public schools ; University of Mich- 
igan, D. D. S., 1877, Detroit College of Medicine, M. D., 1881 ; married, 
1862, Miss Harriet V. Clinton. Began study of medicine at Belle Plaine, 
la., 1864, and since receiving medical degree has practiced in Detroit, 
specializing in oral surgery ; professor oral pathology and oral surgery, 
Detroit College of Medicine. Republican. Member Wayne County and 
Michigan State Medical societies, American Medical Association; mem- 
ber of State Board of Examiners in Dentistry, 1884-88; alderman Belle 
Plaine, la., 1874-76. Mason. Recreations: Hunting and fishing. Office: 
209 Stevens Bldg. Residence: 539 4th Av. 

SHAW, John C, lawyer; born, Simcoe, Ont., Mar. 17, 1863; son of 
John and Lucy H. (Chart) Shaw; educated in public schools. Literary 
and Law departments. University of Michigan, LL. B., 1886; married, 
Sault Ste. Marie, Sept. 30, 1890, Marie S. Scranton. Began practice at 
Sault Ste. Marie, 1886; removed to Detroit, 1890, where he has since 
engaged in practice, making a specialty of admiralty law; member 
firm of Shaw, Warren, Cady & Oakes. Also president Detroit Steam- 
ship Co, ; vice president Franklin Steamship Co. ; director Lake Transit 
Co. Member Detroit and Michigan State Bar associations, International 
Law Society. Republican. Clubs : Detroit, Detroit Boat, Country, 
University. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 811 Union Trust 
Bldg, Residence: 472 Woodward Av, 

SHAW, John T., banker; born, Plymouth, Mich,; son of John 
Shaw ; educated in public schools of Plymouth ; married at Troy, Pa,, 
1895, Adelle Pomeroy, Entered First National Bank of Detroit as mes- 
senger, 1876, and during succeeding years elected to positions of trust 
in the bank as follows: assistant cashier, 1891, cashier, 1895, vice presi- 
dent, cashier and director (executive officer), until Nov. 19, 1907, when 
was elected president. Also director, member executive committee and 
treasurer Michigan State Telephone Co, ; director and member executive 
committee Security Trust Co. ; director and member executive committee 
Michigan Savings Bank. Clubs : Detroit, Bankers', Lake St. Clair 
Shooting and Fishing Club. Office: Union Trust Bldg., Detroit. City 
Residence: (November to May) 23 Peterboro St., Detroit. Country 
Home: (May to November) near Birmingham, Mich. 

SHEEHAN, John V., bookseller; born, Ann Arbor, Mich., Aug. 15, 
1855; son of Cornelius and Martha (Pike) Sheehan ; educated at Ann 
Arbor High School, graduating, 1872; University of Michigan, degree of 
LL. B., 1887; married, Ann Arbor, May 9, 1894, Eddie Marguerite 
Miller Duckett, Began business career at age of 18, establishing firm 
of Sheehan & Co,, booksellers, Ann Arbor, 1873 (still head of the lirm) ; 
began in same line of business at Detroit, 1896, and has since continued 
as John V, Sheehan & Co, Vice president and director State Savings 
Bank, Ann Arbor, Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Catholic. 



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Club : Washteneau Country Club. Recreations : Golf and sailing. Office : 
178 Woodward Av., Detroit, Residence: Ann Arbor, Mich. 

SHEEHY, George Beatty, lawyer; born, Oswego, N. Y., Aug. 30, 
1861 ; son of Cornelius and Rachel M. (Leigh) Sheehy; educated in 
public schools of Detroit; A. B., University of Michigan, 1885; unmar- 
ried. Studied law and was admitted to the bar, 1887, since which time 
has practiced in Detroit; member Public Lighting Commission of De- 
troit; director The Art Stove Co. Democrat. Episcopalian. Member 
Delta Kappa Epsilon. Clubs: Detroit, University, Detroit Boat. Office: 
401 Moffat Bldg. Residence : 229 Woodbridge St., E. 

SHELDEN, Henry Dusenbury, lawyer, capitalist; born, Portville, 
N. Y., June 17, 1862; son of Allan and Katharine (Dusenbury) Shelden ; 
B. A., Yale College, 1886; studied law and was admitted to the Mich- 
igan bar, 1887. Entered wholesale dry goods business in Detroit, 1887, 
and continued until 1890; since 1890 has devoted attention mainly as 
member various corporate boards ; director Detroit Copper and Brass 
Rolling Mills, Fort Street Union Depot and Station Co., Alger, Smith & 
Co. Republican. Presbyterian. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Club: Detroit Racquet and Curling, Country, Old Club. Recreation: 
Horseback riding. Office : 14 Shelby Blk. Residence : 196 Fort St., W. 

SHERRILL, Abram P., wholesale dry goods ; born. Pike, Wyoming 
Co., N. Y., Jan. 19, 1850; son of Abram P. and Elizabeth (Saxton) Sher- 
rill ; educated in public schools at Pike and in Pontiac, Mich. ; unmar- 
ried. Began active career as clerk in bank at Pontiac, continuing, 
1869-72; was bookkeeper and credit man for Edson, Moore & Co., 
1872-92, and has been member of the firm since 1892. Member Board 
of Commerce. Republican. Presbyterian. Member Masonic order, 
Knight Templar. Clubs: Detroit, Fellowcraft, Detroit Boat. Recrea- 
tions : Outdoor diversions. Office : 194-204 Jefferson Av. Residence : 
100 Lafayette Blvd. 

SHERRILL, Edwin Stanton, physician ; born, Pike, N. Y., Nov. 8, 
1854; son of Abram P. and Elizabeth (Saxton) Sherrill ; attended public 
schools of Detroit; B. A., University of Michigan, 1880; M. D., College 
of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, 1885; post-graduate studies in 
Vienna, 1885. Has practiced in Detroit since 1885. Republican. Pres- 
byterian. Member Wayne County and Michigan State Medical societies, 
American Academy of Medicine. Club: Detroit. Recreations: Study 
and observation of nature. Office : 270 Woodward Av. Residence : The 
Charlevoix. 

SHERWOOD, Theodore Clark, banker; born, Geneva, N. Y., Jan. 
29, 1839; son of William (native of York, Eng., who came to the United 
States, 1827, and settled at Geneva) and Rebecca (Smith) Sherwood ; 
removed with his parents to a farm near Detroit, Mich., 1854; educated 
in district schools and Ypsilanti High School ; married in Wayne Co., 
Mich., 1862, Martha J. Mason. Taught school four years; then pur- 



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chased a farm, but upon solicitation of C. H. Hurd, assistant superin- 
tendent Michigan Central Railroad, he accepted position of cashier in 
railroad office at Kalamazoo, 1863 ; resigned position, 1864, to become 
connected with First National Bank, Battle Creek; severing his rela- 
tion with bank in 1872, became cashier of the First National Bank of' 
Plymouth, Mich.; resigned from bank, 1881, to fill position of cashier 
of Grand Rapids National Bank; resigned, 1884. Was elected president 
Plymouth National Bank, upon its organization, 1885, and served until 
appointed commissioner of banking, 1889, under act of legislature creat- 
ing a banking department. Organized the state bureau and administered 
same with approval of financiers and business men of the state, espe- 
cially during financial panic of 1893 and the business depression that fol- 
lowed in 1894-95-96; resigned as commissioner, 1896, to accept presi- 
dency of Peninsular Savings Bank of Detroit, which position he held for 
two years, when he retired from active participation in banking business 
although still continues as director of Plymouth United Savings Bank, of 
Plymouth, Mich. Republican. Active in the Methodist Episcopal Church 
and Masonic circles. Recreation: Books. Office: 96-106 Earned St., W., 
Detroit. Residence: Plymouth, Mich. 

SHIPMAN, Frederick Charles, lawyer; born, Delta, O., Aug. 28, 
1870; son of Richard and Otelia (Verhoeff) Shipman; educated in public 
schools and Detroit College of Law, degree of LL. B., 1904; married 
at Detroit, May 29, 1894, Frances L. Ostler. Has practiced in Detroit 
since 1904, specializing in probate and real estate law; proprietor Ship- 
man Real Estate Exchange, founded, 1891. Member ist Regiment, Mich- 
igan National Guard, 2d lieutenant, 1878, ist lieutenant, 1901, captain 
since 1904. Republican. Congregationalist. Member of Detroit Real 
Estate Board, Detroit Board of Commerce, Michigan State Bar Asso- 
ciation. Royal Arch Mason. Club : Detroit. Recreations : Automobil- 
ing, boating. Office: 411 Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 43 Blaine Av. 

SHURLY, Burt Russell, physician ; born, Chicago July 4, 1871 ; son of 
Edmund R. P. and Augusta (Godwin) Shurly; educated in public schools, 
Northwestern Military Academy, University of Wisconsin, graduating, 
B. S., 1893; Detroit College of Medicine, degree of M. D., 1895; post- 
graduate course at University of Vienna ; married at Detroit, Viola 
Palms. Has practiced in Detroit since 1895; adjunct professor of laryn- 
gology, Detroit College of Medicine ; laryngologist Harper Hospital and 
Children's Free Hospital ; attending physician Woman's Hospital ; secre- 
tary Detroit Post Graduate School of Medicine. Acting assisting surgeon 
U. S. Army and U. S. Navy, Spanish-American War ; past assistant sur- 
geon Michigan Naval Brigade. Member Michigan State Medical Society, 
American Medical Association, American Academy of Medicine, Ameri- 
can Association of Military Surgeons, American Academy of Ophthal- 
mology and Oto-Laryngology, American Association of Rhinology, 
Laryngology and Otology. Loyal Legion. Republican. Episcopalian. 



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Mason. Clubs : University, Country. Office : 32 West Adams Av. Res- 
idence : 544 Jefferson Av. 

SHURLY, Ernest Lorenzo, physician; born, Buffalo, N. Y., June 11, 
1846; son of John M. and Elizabeth C. (Chumley) Shurly; educated at 
Carroll College, Wis., and University of Buffalo, graduating, M. D., 1866; 
married at Rhinebeck, N. Y., Apr. 13, 1868, Elizabeth Pultz. Practiced 
as house physician in Buffalo General Hospital, 1866-67, and at Manistee, 
Mich., 1868-70; appointed assistant surgeon U. S. Army, 1871, and in 
the same year removed to Detroit, where he has since resided ; member 
of and former chief of staff of Harper Hospital ; member of staff of St. 
Mary's Hospital, St. Luke's Hospital and Woman's Hospital ; vice presi- 
dent and professor laryngology and clinical medicine, Detroit College of 
Medicine. Republican. Member Wayne County and Michigan State 
Medical societies, American Medical Association, American Laryngologi- 
cal Association, American Climatological Association, American Congress 
of Physicians and Surgeons, American Forestry Association. Office : 32 
Adams Av., W., Detroit. Residence: Grosse He, Mich. 

SIBLEY, Alexander Hamilton, lawyer; born, New York, Oct. 14, 
1871 ; son of Alexander H. and Mary L. (Miller) Sibley; educated under 
private tutors, 1881-84, in European schools ; prepared for college in De- 
troit under Thomas H. Pitkin; A. B., Trinity College, Hartford, 1892; 
studied in Europe a year, 1894-96; LL. B., Harvard Law School, 1897; 
M. A., 1897. Was admitted to practice, 1897 ; member law firm of Russell 
& Campbell, to Sept. 30, 1901 ; has since practiced alone. Mason. Clubs: 
Detroit, Racquet, Country, Harmonic. Recreations : Outdoor sports. Of- 
fice : Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 410 Jefferson Av. 

SIEGEL, Benjamin, dealer in cloaks, suits and furs ; born, Germany, 
Mar. 15, i860; son of Feist H. and Caroline (Gagle) Siegel ; educated in 
public and high schools of Mahnheim, Baden, Germany; came to Ameri- 
ca, 1876; married, Detroit, May 7, 1903, Sophia Siegel. Began business 
career in a general merchandise store at Selma, Ala., 1877, and engaged in 
similar work for firm of Davidson Bros., at Prairie Bluff, Ala., a boat 
landing; came to Detroit, 1881, and organized the B. Siegel Co., dealers 
in ladies', misses' and children's cloaks, suits and furs, of which has since 
been the head ; also financially connected with F. Siegel & Bros., Chi- 
cago. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Club: Phoenix. Recrea- 
tions: Outdoor sports. Office: 159-163 Woodward A v. Residence: 62 
Delaware Av. 

SIEVERS, Henry, carriages ; born near Madgeburg, Germany, 1853 ; 
educated in public schools of Germany; came to Detroit, 1869; married 
at Detroit, 1885, Lena Fischer. Began learning carriage making trade in 
Germany and followed trade as journeyman after coming to Detroit ; as- 
sociated with Charles Erdman, 1875, as Sievers & Erdman, and began 
manufacture of fine carriages, etc. Lutheran. Republican. Member 
Harmonic Society. Office: Cor. Jefferson Av. and Beaubien St. Resi- 
dence: 615 Jefferson Av. 



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SILL, Joseph, physician ; born, Detroit, Sept. 5, 1875 ; son of John M. 
B, and Sally (Beaumont) Sill; educated in public schools of Detroit; 
student at State Normal School, Ypsilanti ; A. B., University of Michi- 
gan, 1897, M. D., Medical Department, same university, 1899; married, 
Prescott, Ont., Mar. 22, 1902, Mabel White. In practice in Detroit, 1899- 
1902; appointed bacteriologist of Detroit Clinical Laboratory, 1901, and 
superintendent, 1905, which position he now occupies; assistant patholo- 
gist to Woman's Hospital and Infants' Home. Republican. Member 
American Medical Association, Michigan State and Wayne County Medi- 
cal societies. Recreation: Chess. Office: 33 Mullett St. Residence: 41 
E. Warren Av. 

SIMMONS, Fred Julian, grain commission ; born, Oneida Co., N. Y., 
Feb. 10, 1846; son of Alfred A. and Julia Ann (Church) Simmons; gradu- 
ate Detroit High School, 1862, and University of Michigan, class of 1866; 
married at Detroit, Apr. i, 1872, Emma Petrie. Engaged in jewelry busi- 
ness, 1867-68; was senior partner Simmons & Clough Organ Co. (now 
Clough & Warren), 1869-73; retired, 1873-79, touring the country; has 
been engaged in grain business since 1879 as F. J. Simmons & Co. Presi- 
dent Detroit Board of Trade, 1900-01. Republican. Episcopalian. Mem- 
ber Alpha Delta Phi. Recreation: Fishing. Office: 401 Chamber of 
Commerce. Residence: 83 Watson St. 

SIMONS, Charles C, lawyer; born, Detroit, May 21, 1876; son of 
David W. Simons ; educated in Detroit High School ; University of Michi- 
gan, graduate Department of Literature, Science and Arts, 1898, Depart- 
ment of Law, degree of LL. B., 1900; married at Chicago, Nov. 29, 1906, 
Lillian Bernstein. Has been engaged in practice in Detroit since June, 
1900. Republican. State senator Second District, session, 1903-04. Rec- 
ord in senate : Nominated General Alger for U. S. Senate, introduced and 
successfully advocated direct primary bill for Wayne Co., and act making 
wife-desertion a felony, led fight for state-wide primary bill. Circuit 
court commissioner of Wayne Co., 1905-06. Member Detroit Bar Asso- 
ciation, Michigan Bar Association. Clubs : Phoenix, Detroit Yacht. Rec- 
reations: Boating and fishing. Office: 326-328 Majestic Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 306 Ferry Av., E. 

SIMONS, David W., real estate ; born, Kalwaryea, Russia, Sept. 7, 
1856; son of Simon and Celia (Epstein) Simons; educated in private and 
public schools of Kalwaryea; came to Detroit, 1870; married at Peoria, 
111., Mar. 7, 1882, Laura S. Broudy. Engaged in junk business at Detroit 
as member of firm of S. Simons & Son, and also operated a paper fac- 
tory until 1890; has successfully engaged in buying and selling real es- 
tate and in building houses and factories, since 1890, under title of Simons 
Realty Co., of which he is sole owner. Member Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Was public lighting commissioner, 1898-04. Republican. Jew- 
ish religion (treasurer Shaaryzedeck Synagogue five years). Member 
Masonic order, B. P. O. E., Knights of the Loyal Guard, etc. Club : 



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Phoenix. Recreation: Driving. Office: 326-328 Majestic Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 64 High St., E. 

SIMPSON, James Harvey, railway official ; born, Allegheny Co., Pa., 
Oct. 31, 1858; son of Andrew G. and Lacey A. (Rigdon) Simpson; edu- 
cated in district and high schools of Pittsburg; married at Pittsburg, 
Jan. 18, 1888, Cassandra Kennedy. Entered railway service as telegraph 
operator on Panhandle Rd., at Pittsburg, 1876, continuing until 1880; was 
train despatcher Pittsburg & Lake Erie Rd., 1880-87, Pittsburg, Fort 
Wayne & Chicago Rd., 1887-88, Iron Mountain Rd., 1888-89; train de- 
spatcher and special agent Pittsburg & Lake Erie Rd., 1889-91 ; car serv- 
ice agent and assistant to general manager Flint & Pere Marquette 
Ry., 1891-95; superintendent car service Southern Ry., 1895-97; assistant 
to general manager Pere Marquette Ry., 1897-1905, and land and tax 
commissioner same road since 1905. Also president Evart Lumber Co. 
Republican. Methodist. Recreations: Outdoor diversions, music. Office: 
206 Pere Marquette Depot. Residence : 99 Canfield Av., W. 

SIMPSON, Robert G., vice president Wm. Wright Co.; born, Al- 
bany, N. Y., Sept. 21, 1849; son of Edward W. and Fannie (Jax:kson) 
Simpson ; educated in public schools of Sarnia, Toronto, Detroit and Ro- 
meo, Mich.; married at Pontiac, Mich., 1871, Miss Jane Allen. First 
came to Detroit, 1863 ; resided in Pontiac for four years, where he learned 
trade of carpenter and joiner; returned to Detroit, 1871, and engaged in 
manufacture of reed organs until 1884; contractor and builder, 1884-86; 
became connected with the Wm. Wright Co., designers, decorators and 
manufacturers, 1886, as cabinet maker; advanced to position of foreman 
and member of firm, and has been vice president of the company since 
1904. Republican (independent). Methodist. Mason. Recreation: 
Home. Office : 382 Fort St., W. Residence : 429 4th Av. 

SIMPSON, Thomas H., manufacturer, President and Treasurer 
Michigan Malleable Iron Co. ; president American Chain and Foundry 
Co., Michigan Sprocket Chain Co.; vice president Monarch Steel Cast- 
ings Co. ; vice president Detroit Seamless Steel Tubes Co. Clubs : De- 
troit, Detroit Golf. Member Board of Commerce. Office: Michigan 
Malleable Iron Co. Residence : 25 Eliot St. 

SINCLAIR, Joseph T. ; born, Marshall, Mich. ; son of Richard and 
Anna Sinclair ; educated in pubHc schools of Marshall ; unmarried. Came 
to Detroit, 1887, dealer in coal and coke since 1892. Also president 
Standard Coal Co. Mason (32°), Knight Templar, Shriner. Office: 57 
Gratiot Av. Residence : The Lennox. 

SISMAN, Andrev7 C, builder; born, Detroit, Sept. 29, 1868; son of 
Otto C. and Mary (Kalsow) Sisman ; educated in public schools of De- 
troit; married at Detroit, Sept., 1896, Miss Emma Tippling. Began act- 
ive career in office of Nuppenau & Clark, contractors and builders, the 
firm in 1887 becoming Vinton & Co., incorporated, July, 1895 ; has been 
secretary and treasurer of the company since 1906. Republican. Epis- 



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copalian. Member Masonic order, Blue Lodge and Chapter. Office: 
120-146 Woodbridge St. Residence: 76 Bewick St. 

SKAE, Edward A., manufacturer; born, Sandwich, Ont., Oct. 31, 
1871 ; son of Edward E. and Margaret J. (Askin) Skae ; educated at Up- 
per Canada College, Toronto; Royal Military College, Kingston, Ont., 
graduating, June 30, 1890; married at Detroit, Feb. 16, 1904, Florence P. 
Hammond. Came to Detroit, 1890; began active career as clerk in office 
of O. W. Shipman, coal and coke, and continued until 1901 (treasurer 
during last three years) ; in coal and coke business as Skae & Aylward, 
1901-04; then E. A. Skae until May i, 1907, when he sold out and became 
president of the Gemmer Manufacturing Co., manufacturers of auto parts 
(incorporated, May, 1907), which position he now holds; also vice presi- 
dent Wayne Auto Co., Cadillac Coal and Coke Co. ; director Hammond 
Estate Co., Hammond Building Co., Superior Land Co. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Catholic. Clubs: Detroit, Fellowcraft, Detroit 
Yacht, Country, Windsor. Recreations: Yachting, automobiling and 
general outdoor sports. Office : 741 Merrick Av. Residence : 665 Jeffer- 
son Av. 

SKIFFINGTON, Alfred J.; born, Kingston, Ont., Can., Sept. 11, 
1869; son of James A. and Annie G. (Dowler) Skiffington; educated in 
Detroit public schools and Detroit Business University ; married at De- 
troit, 1895, Miss Marie L. Walker. Came to Detroit with parents, 1871 ; 
began active career as clerk in office of the old Detroit Steel and Spring 
Works, continuing for two and one-half years ; then became connected 
with the Fulton Iron and Engine Works, the title of which was changed 
to National-Fulton Brass Manufacturing Co. in 1902; has been secretary 
and treasurer of the company since 1904. Catholic. Recreations: Out- 
door sports. Office: 22 Brush St. Residence: 178 Field Av. 

SKILLMAN, Harry, department manager; born, Lockland, O., May 
16, 1866; son of Herman N. and Eliza A. (Palmer) Skillman ; educated in 
public schools of Hamilton Co. and business university, Cincinnati ; mar- 
ried at Cincinnati, June 15, 1887, Anna L. Edwards. Began active career 
in pharmaceutical laboratories of Thorp & Lloyd Bros., Cincinnati ; later 
was traveling salesman for William S. Merrell Chemical Co. ; has been 
manager advertising and publishing departments of Parke-Davis & Co. 
since 1900. Republican. Congregationalist. Member Board of Com- 
merce (press and publicity committee), Y. M. C. A. (director and chair- 
man educational committee). Mason (member Detroit Commandery No. 
I, K. T.), Shriner. Clubs: Automobile (president), Detroit Country, De- 
troit Boat, Detroit Golf. Recreation: Automobiling. Office: Parke- 
Davis & Co. Residence : 106 Merrick Av. 

SKINNER, Frederick G.; born, Hamilton, Ont., Sept. 2, 1861 ; son 
of Dr. Ormond and Margaret (Maclntyre) Skinner; high school educa- 
tion; married, St. Thomas, Ont., Jennie Nelson. Began active career in 
employ of Great Western Ry., 1877, later became connected with Charles 



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Cameron & Co., Hamilton ; came to Detroit, 1885, to enter employ of Pin- 
gree & Smith; was with D. Armstrong & Co., Rochester, N. Y., but re- 
turned to manufacture of brass goods by buying an interest in the Mc- 
Rae & Roberts Co., Detroit, 1893. Has been secretary-treasurer The 
Sterling & Skinner Manufacturing Co. since 1902. Also president The 
Manufacturers' Power Building Co. ; vice president Detroit Motor Cast- 
ing Co. and The Cowles & Danziger Co. Episcopalian. Mason, Knight 
Templar, Shriner. Clubs : Detroit, Detroit Golf. Recreations : Golf, au- 
tomobiling. Office: Grand Blvd., cor. Russell. Residence: 123 Theo- 
dore St. 

SLAYMAKER, Nathaniel Ellmaker, lawyer; born, Lancaster Co., 
Pa., Feb. 21, 1844; son of Nathaniel Ellmaker and Mary Matilda (Mc- 
Illvain) Slaymaker; was prepared for entering college at Paradise Acad- 
emy, Lancaster, Pa. ; entered Jefferson College, Canonsburg, Pa., 1862, 
and graduated, 1866, from united colleges of Washington and Jefferson, 
Washington, Pa., degree of A. B., 1866; married at Lancaster, Pa., Oct. 
14, 1879, Annie M. Russell. Engaged in practice of law at Silverton, 
Colo., 1874-89; entered employ of Michigan Central R. R. Co. at Detroit 
as assistant attorney, having special charge of lands and taxes ; was made 
land commissioner of the Jackson, Lansing & Saginaw R. R. Co., 1889, 
and is still filling position with both companies. Republican. Member 
Phi Gamma Delta. Office: M. C. Station Bldg. Residence: 144 Sey- 
burn Av. 

SLOCUM, Elliott Truax, capitalist; born, Trenton, Mich., May 15, 
1839; son of Giles B. and Sophia M. B. (Truax) Slocum ; graduate Union 
College, Schenectady, N. Y., 1862, degree of B. A.; also received degree of 
M. A., from University of Michigan, 1869; married at Grand Rapids, 
Mich., July 30, 1872, Charlotte Gross Wood. Began active career in 
farming and stock raising; was one of the original directors of the Chi- 
cago & Canada Southern R. R. ; one of the founders of the First National 
Bank, Whitehall. Began a number of years ago purchasing lands in Wis- 
consin and Michigan, which have become valuable investments, and to 
which he devotes a large part of his tim.e. Represented the Third Sena- 
torial District in the Michigan State Legislature for term beginning 1869. 
Ex-president Belle Isle Park Commission ; director Union Trust Co. 
Member Board of Commerce, Society of Colonial Wars, Sons of the 
American Revolution, American Historical Association, American For- 
estry Association. Republican. Episcopalian. Clubs: Detroit, Bankers', 
Country, University, Fellowcraft, Detroit Assemblies, etc. Recreation : 
Traveling. Office : Hammond Bldg., Detroit. Residence : 149 Fort St., 
W., Detroit; summer residence: Slocum's Island, Mich. 

SLOCUM, James; born. Holly, Mich., Nov. 28, 1862; son of William 
W. and Sarah (Coffeen) Slocum ; common school education ; married. 
Holly, Mich., June 4, 1887, Mate S. Tindall. Began active career as lo- 
comotive fireman, P. M. R. R., 1880, and continued until 1884; was pub- 
lisher of the Holly (Mich.) Advertiser, 1884-97, and the Flint Daily 



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Globe, 1899-01 ; has been business manager of The Gleaner (farm jour- 
nal), since Nov., 1902. Republican. Episcopalian, Member B. P. O. E., 
Mason (R. A.), member Maccabees, Ideal Reserve, Modern Woodmen 
of America. Recreations: Fishing and automobiling. Office: 915-16-17 
Majestic Bldg. Residence: 40 Josephine Av. 

SLOMAN, Adolph, lawyer; born, Detroit, Sept. 12, 1859; son of 
Mark and Amelia (Slesinger) Sloman ; educated in graded and high 
schools, Detroit, and Law Department, University of Michigan, graduat- 
ing, LL. B., spring of 1879; married at Detroit, Nov. 29, 1881, Lottie L. 
Teichner. Admitted to the bar at age of 20, and conducted his first case 
in supreme court before arriving at age ; member law firm of Sloman & 
Sloman. Candidate for circuit judge Wayne County Circuit Court, 1906, 
and was defeated. Vice president Detroit Alaska Sock Co., Detroit. 
Member Michigan State Bar Association (president, 1902-03), American 
Bar Association. Delegate appointed by Governor Warner to Divorce 
Congress, held at Philadelphia, Nov. 13-14, 1906; member citizens' com- 
mittee, appointed to draft law making St. Clair Flats a public reserve. 
Hebrew. Member Royal Arcanum, Acoemetae Council. Recreations: 
Gardening and fishing. Office: 414-415 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 
451 4th Av. 

SLOMAN, Eugene Hugo, broker; born, Detroit, June 8, 1866; son 
of Mark and Amelia (Schlesinger) Sloman ; educated in public schools at 
Detroit; married at Detroit, Aug. 19, 1900, Pauline Higer. Began active 
career, 1884, in employ of Frank & Marks, country store, Ortonville, 
Mich., continuing until 1886; then went to Fremont, Neb., and was con- 
nected with the office of Sloman Bros., saddlery, and acted as traveling 
representative of the company until 1889; returned to Detroit, 1889, and 
entered the brokerage business in which has since continued. Treasurer 
John D. Templeton Co., Art Novelty Co. ; chairman St. Clair Heights 
Syndicate, Ltd. ; vice president Seamless Steel Bathtub Co. Member 
Detroit Board of Commerce. Mason. Club: Phoenix. Office: 509 Un- 
ion Trust Bldg. Residence: 115 Hancock St., E. 

SLOMAN, Mark; born, Germany, June 11, 1833; son of Samuel and 
Sarah (Levi) Sloman; educated in Germany; came to America, 1851 ; 
married, Detroit, 1853, Amelia Schlesinger. Began business career in 
America, at Ypsilanti, Mich., as an itinerant merchant, in 1851; estab- 
lished headquarters in Detroit and was employed by George H, Parker, 
tanner; engaged in fur business for himself since 1888. Jewish religion. 
Mason, Odd Fellow. Office: 118 Congress St., W. Residence: 159 
Adams Av., E. 

SLOMAN, Samuel Alexander; born, Detroit, Jan. 3, 1858; son of 
Mark and Amelia (Schlesinger) Sloman; educated in public schools of 
Detroit ; unmarried. Began business career as member of firm of Fech- 
heimer Bros., 1879, continuing until 1884; then went to New York City 
and engaged in wholesale grocery business ; returned to Detroit in 1900 



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as a member of the firm of M. Sloman & Co., dealers furs and wools. 
Also director Standard Sanitary Co. ; member firm of William Werthei- 
mer & Co., Dayton, O., and Wheeling, W. Va. Member Detroit Board of 
Commerce. Club: Phoenix. Office: 118 Congress St., W. Residence: 
159 Adams Av., E. 

SMART, James S., wholesale grocer; born, Flint, Mich., Dec. 19, 
1859; son of James S. and Elmira C. (Carter) Smart; educated in public 
schools of Port Huron and Bay City, Mich.; married at Bay City, 1881, 
Miss Albra Nason. Began active career in wholesale grocery business at 
Bay City, 1876; removed to Saginaw, where he continued in same line of 
business; came to Detroit, Dec. i, 1906; has been treasurer Lee, Cady & 
Smart (formerly Lee & Cady), since organization, Mar., 1907. President 
The Wholesalers' Association of Detroit, since its organization, July, 
1907; member Detroit Board of Commerce. Ex-alderman and ex-mem- 
ber Board of Public Works, Saginaw. Republican. Methodist. Mason. 
Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : Cass and Earned Sts. Residence : 
81 Watson St. 

SMITH, A. Laurence ; born, Ashland, Mich., Mar. 30, 1873 ; son of 
Lewis and Mary (Stephenson) Smith ; educated in public schools of Ypsi- 
lanti, Mich.; married at Cleveland, O., 1904, Miss Frances Barnum. Be- 
gan active career in employ of the Peninsular Paper Co., at Ypsilanti, 
1895; in paper business in Cleveland, 1900-07; removed to Detroit from 
Cleveland, June i, 1907, as treasurer and general manager of the Union 
Paper and Twine Co. of Michigan. Member Wholesalers' Association of 
Detroit. Mason. Club: Detroit Boat. Recreation: Boating. Office: 
46-50 Earned St., W. Residence : 76 Seward Av. 

SMITH, Crapo Cornell, lawyer; born, Detroit, May 22, 1868; son of 
Humphrey H. and Lucy (Crapo) Smith; graduate Harvard University, 
degree of A. B., 1891 ; studied law at Detroit College of Law and Uni- 
versity of Alichigan, receiving degree of LL. B., from the latter, 1896; un- 
married. Assisted his father in lumber business for three years ; has prac- 
ticed law in Detroit since 1896. Member Detroit Bar Association. Re- 
publican. Episcopalian. Clubs : Detroit Country, Detroit Boat. Recrea- 
tions : Boating, cycling, traveling. Office : 701 Penobscot Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 789 Jefiferson Av. 

SMITH, Dudley Wetmore, hardware; born, Delaware, O., Dec. 10, 
1849; son of George Baldwin and Juliette Tryphena (Wetmore) Smith; 
educated in public schools of Marion, O., and at Kenyon College, Gam- 
bier, O. ; married at Detroit, Feb. 13, 1878, Susan E. Beard. Was obliged 
to leave college in 1868 on account of eyes ; began active career in employ 
of Donnelly, Rayl Co., Wooster, O., 1869; later was at Greenville, 
Mich., with E. Rutan & Co., dealers in hardware ; associated with former 
employer, Mr. Rayl, and bought out Arthur Glover, hardware, Detroit, 
Oct. 3, 1875, the company now being The T. B. Rayl Co., of which is sec- 
retary and treasurer. Republican in national affairs. Episcopalian. Mem- 



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ber Society of Colonial Wars, Sons of American Revolution, Ohio So- 
ciety, Detroit Board of Commerce. Club : Fellowcraft. Recreations : 
Golf and fishing. Office: 112 Woodward Av. Residence: 73 Pallister 
Avenue. 

SMITH, Edgar B., physician; born, Hastings Co., Ont., Can., June 
29, 1862; son of Charles F. and Hester Ann (Moran) Smith; educated in 
public schools, Albany, N. Y. ; Albert College, Belleville, Ont.; Detroit 
College of Medicine, degree of M. D., 1887; married at Shannonville, 
Ont., May i, 1884, Maggie H. Thompson. Has been engaged in practice 
at Detroit since 1887; president board of trustees and surgeon-in-chief 
of the Boulevard Sanitarium, founded, 1890. Member Wayne County 
Medical Society, Michigan Surgical and Pathological Society, Michigan 
State Medical Society, American Medical Association; secretary Michi- 
gan College of Medicine and Surgery, etc. Member Detroit Board of 
Commerce, New York Society. Mason, Elk. Clubs: Fellowcraft, De- 
troit Automobile. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 31 W. High 
St. Residence : 803 2d Av. 

SMITH, Edwin Merrill; born, Chicago, 111., Aug. 24, 1870; son of 
Eli and Jennie (Merrill) Smith ; educated in public schools of Chicago and 
at University of Michigan (civil engineering course), graduating, degree 
of B. S., 1892; married at Detroit, 1903, Miss Gertrude Geiger, Followed 
civil engineering for ten years after leaving university ; was with Fair- 
banks, Morse & Co., four years ; came to Detroit, Oct., 1906, since which 
time he has been secretary, treasurer and manager W. H. Warner Coal 
Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Was city engineer street de- 
partment, Chicago, for three years. Republican. Presbyterian. Mem- 
ber Beta Theta Pi. Clubs : Detroit Golf, Detroit Boat. Office : Trussed 
Concrete Bldg., Detroit. 

SMITH, Enoch, banking; born, Castleton, Vt., Oct. 3, 1862; son of 
Frank Henry and Lydia Susan Smith; educated at Castleton Sem.inary, 
Rutland (Vt.) Military Institute and Racine College Grammar School, 
Racine, Wis.; married at Detroit, Nov. 17, 1898, Mary Alice Cheney 
Hart. Has been cashier United States Savings Bank since 1894. Mem- 
ber Sons of American Revolution. Clubs : Detroit, Bankers'. Office : 
United States Savings Bank, Detroit. Residence : Grosse Pointe Farms, 
Michigan. 

SMITH, Eugene, physician ; born, Albany, N. Y. ; son of J. S. and 
Elizabeth (Van Camp) Smith ; educated in private and public schools of 
Buffalo, N. Y., and at St. Joseph's College; M. D., Medical Department, 
University of Buffalo, 1866; while student at University acted three years 
as assistant in the office of the famous surgeon, J. F. Minor; special 
student for several months, 1873-74, diseases of eye and ear in hospitals 
of New York, London, Paris, Vienna and Berlin ; married at Detroit, 
1866, Jane Townsend. Practiced in Mansfield, Pa., 1866-68; has practiced 
in Detroit since 1868; professor diseases of eye and ear, Detroit College 



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of Medicine. Member Wayne County and Michigan State Medical so- 
cieties, American Medical Association. Office : 32 Adams Av., W. Resi- 
dence: 119 High St., E. 

SMITH, Frank Goff, cashier First National Bank; born, Milwaukee, 
Wis., Sept. 2, 1871 ; son of Hiram Nelson and Laura Bass (Poole) Smith; 
educated in Detroit public and high schools; married at Detroit, Oct. i, 
1902, Belle Stuart McKay. Began active career as messenger First Na- 
tional Bank, 1887; advanced through various positions, and since Nov. 19, 
1907, has been cashier of the bank. Member Michigan State Naval 
Brigade for six years. Republican. Congregationalist. Clubs : Detroit 
Golf, Detroit Boat. Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : Union Trust 
Bldg., Detroit. Residence: 75 Connecticut Av., Highland Park, Mich. 

SMITH, Fred L., architect; born, Detroit, i860; son of Mortimer L. 
and Nellie M. (Fowler) Smith; educated in public schools of Detroit; 
married, Detroit, 1886, Jennie M. Dodge. Began as architectural 
draughtsman in father's office, in 1880; spent a few months with Du- 
frene & Mendelssohn, Omaha, Neb., 1882 ; returned to Detroit and con- 
tinued in office of father, as junior member of firm of Mortimer L. Smith 
& Son, 1888-96, until death of father in latter year; was in business alone, 
1896-1903 ; assisted in organizing corporation of Field, Hinchman & 
Smith, 1903, of which was vice president; company re-incorporated, 1907, 
as Smith, Hinchman & Grylls, of which is president. Member Detroit 
Light Guard, Michigan State Troops, 1881-84. Member Michigan Chap- 
ter American Institute of Architects. Office : 710 Washington Arcade. 
Residence: 170 Warren Av., E. 

SMITH, Fred Wilbur, lawyer; born, Cass Co., Mich., Sept. i, 1871 ; 
son of William H. and Melissa (Jones) Smith ; educated in public schools 
and University of Michigan, graduating, LL. B., 1894; married at 
Buchanan, Mich., May i, 1895, Rose M. Simmons. Began practice at De- 
catur, Mich., 1894; removed to Detroit, 1895, and has since practiced as 
member firm of Smith & Curtis ; member common council, 1899-1905 
(president, 1902) ; secretary to Mayor George P. Codd, 1905 ; police com- 
missioner since Mar. i, 1906. Republican. Member Detroit Board of 
Commerce. Mason, Knight Templar (Detroit Commandery No. i). 
Clubs : Fellowcraft, Harmonic Society. Recreations : Outdoor sports. 
Office: 839 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 402 W. Willis Av. 

SMITH, Frederick A., cashier; born, Chicago, May 26, 1857; son of 
Dr. H. F. and Lydia (Smith) Smith; educated at Castleton (Vt.) Sem- 
inary ; began active career as clerk in postoffice at Castleton ; removed to 
Howell, Mich., Oct. 5, 1873, and entered employ of Alex. McPherson & 
Co., bankers ; became teller Home National Bank, Saginaw, 1882 ; was 
cashier First National Bank, Kalamazoo, for five years ; vice president 
Merchants' National Bank, Battle Creek, and came to Detroit, 1889, as 
assistant cashier Commercial National Bank ; organized and was cashier 
Delray Savings Bank, Delray, Mich., continuing, 1898-02; elected cashier 



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Commercial National Bank of Detroit, Jan. 7, 1902. President Grosse 
Pointe Village, 1905 and 1906. Member Michigan State Bankers' As- 
sociation. Republican. Presbyterian, Clubs : Detroit, Old Club, Coun- 
try, Automobile. Recreation : Automobiling. Office : Commercial Na- 
tional Bank, Detroit. Residence : Grosse Pointe, Mich. 

SMITH, Frederick B., president and general manager Wolverine 
Manufacturing Co.; born, Detroit, Dec. 13, 1863; son of Bradford and 
Lucia (Weston) Smith; educated in public schools of Detroit; married at 
Detroit, Nov. 11, 1886, Nanette Sackrider. Began active career as clerk 
in accounting department of the Michigan Central R, R., continuing un- 
til 21 years of age ; then spent one year in employ of a local furniture com- 
pany ; organized the Wolverine Manufacturing Co., 1887, with a capital of 
$10,000, employing twelve men, and has been at head of company since 
its organization. Company now employs over 600 men, has a capital of 
$600,000, and has the largest factory of its kind in the world (manufac- 
tures furniture — parlor and library tables a specialty). Member Board 
of Estimates, Detroit, 1894-98; chairman Michigan Commission St. Louis 
Exposition, 1903. Member Board of Commerce. Republican. Presby- 
terian. Mason, Knight Templar. Clubs: Detroit, Country, Old Club 
(Detroit); Lambs' Club (New York City). Recreation: Country life. 
Office: I2th and Grand Trunk Ry. Residence: Addison Hotel. 

SMITH, Hal Horace, lawyer; born, Ionia, Mich., May i, 1873; son 
of V. H. and Rachel (Worthington) Smith ; educated in public schools 
of Ionia and at University of Michigan; married at Ionia, June 21, 1898, 
Miss Bell Yates. Studied law and was admitted to the bar, 1896; prac- 
ticed for ten years at Ionia as V. H. & H. H. Smith ; has been located in 
Detroit since Jan., 1905. Secretary and member from Michigan of 
World's Fair Commission (Pan-American), 1901, and Louisiana Pur- 
chase Exposition, 1904. Member Detroit Bar Association, Michigan 
State Bar Association. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Repub- 
lican. Clubs : Detroit, University, Fellowcraft, Golf. Recreations : Out- 
door sports. Office: 1014 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 48 Davenport St. 

SMITH, J. Henry; born, Detroit, Nov. 19, 1867; son of Peter and 
Nella (Huyser) Smith ; educated in Detroit public schools ; married at 
Detroit, Dec. 30, 1895, Mame Adelaide Calvert. Was brought up in 
wholesale and retail butter, egg and cheese business established by his 
father, in 1859, ^"^ succeeded to sole ownership, 1904, business operating 
under title of Peter Smith & Sons. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Member Masonic order (32°), Shriner. Clubs: Fellowcraft, Detroit Golf, 
Rushmere. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 24 Gratiot Av., De- 
troit. Residence: 39 Bethune Av., W., Detroit; summer residence: 
Walkerville, Can. 

SMITH, James Alexander, Jr., manager sales, American Sheet and 
Tin Plate Co., Detroit district; born, Pittsburg, Pa., July 14, 1877; son 
of James Alexander and Sue (Thompson) Smith; educated in public 



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schools of Pittsburg; married at Pittsburg, July 17, 1900, Miss Lulie 
Robbins. Began business career in Pittsburg; was connected with New 
York office of American Sheet and Tin Plate Co., 1900-02, in Pittsburg 
office of the company, 1902-04, and has been in charge of Detroit district 
for the company since fall of 1904. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Republican. Club : Detroit. Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : 1006 
Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 217 W. Grand Blvd. 

SMITH, James Cosslett, lawyer; born, Canandaigua, N. Y., Mar. 23, 
1857; son of James C. and Emily Ward (Adams) Smith ; educated at Can- 
andaigua Academy ; M. A. Hobart College, Geneva, N. Y., 1878 ; Colum- 
bia Law School, 1880; married at Detroit, Apr. 12, 1888, Virginia Fergus- 
on, Was admitted to the bar of New York and later was admitted to 
practice in Michigan; began practice in offices of Miller, Bissell & Sibley, 
Detroit, 1881 ; has been a member of the firm of Miller, Smith, Alexander 
& Paddock since 1902. Republican. Episcopalian, Member Detroit and 
Michigan State Bar associations. Clubs: Detroit, Yondotega, Detroit 
Boat, Country, Witenagemote, Old Club, Detroit Racquet and Curling. 
Recreations: Books, golf, curling. Office: 1124-1132 Penobscot Bldg. 
Residence: The Palms. 

SMITH, Joseph W., vice president Wolverine Manufacturing Co. ; 
born, Detroit, June 10, 1865 ; son of Bradford and Lucia (Weston) Smith ; 
educated in Detroit public and high schools; married at Cleveland, O., 
1901, Jean Tarbell. Has been engaged in manufacture of furniture for 
twenty years ; vice president and sales manager Wolverine Manufacturing 
Co. since 1897, and vice president Cadillac Cabinet Co., both of Detroit. 
Republican as to politics. Presbyterian in church affiliation. Mason, 
Knight Templar. Club: Detroit Golf. Office: 12th and Stanley Avs. 
Residence : 94 Hazelwood Av. 

SMITH, Justin Edward, secretary and treasurer Lightner-Seely Co. ; 
born, Pontiac, Mich., Dec. 22, 1861 ; son of George Henry and Sarah F. 
(Corning) Smith ; educated in public and private schools and graduated 
from Detroit High School, 1879; married at Detroit, Oct. 18, 1887, Emma 
Cowie. Began active career as clerk in the book and stationery business 
of E. B. Smith & Co. ; entered employ of Seely Manufacturing Co., Dec, 
1880, perfumes, flavoring extracts and toilet specialties ; business incor- 
porated as Lightner-Seely Co., 1906, since which time has been secretary 
and treasurer of the company ; also member of firm of Seely Manufactur- 
ing Co., Windsor, Ont. Republican. Presbyterian. Clubs : Detroit, 
Country, Detroit Boat, Racquet and Curling. Recreations : Golf and 
curling. Office : 9 Woodbridge St., W. Residence : 85 Warren Av., E. 

SMITH, Louis, wholesale produce ; born, Russia, Apr. 7, 1865 ; edu- 
cated in Russia ; married in Russia, 1889, Miss Dora Rosenthal. Came 
to United States, 1890, and lived for three years in New York; has made 
his home in Detroit since 1893 ; has been connected with A. Jacobs & Co., 
wholesale produce merchants, since 1893. Member Detroit Produce Ex- 



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change. Jewis religion; member of Shaare Zedeck Congregation and 
Beth Israel. Member Hebrew Protective Union, Breth Abram, and Mac- 
cabees. Recreation : Helping the poor of the city. Office : 22-24 Wood- 
bridge St., W. Residence: 221 High St., E. 

SMITH, Vine La Rue, physician ; born, Genesee Co., Mich., July 10, 
1875; son of Aretus A. and Susan (Baldwin) Smith; educated in public 
schools of Flint, Mich.; M. D., Saginaw Valley Medical College, 1898; M. 
D., The Harrey Medical College, 1899; post-graduate study in Germany 
and England ; married at Flint, June 14, 1905, Fannie Beecher. Began 
practice in Chicago, 1898; located in Detroit, 1904, specializing in ortho- 
pedic surgery. Republican. Member American Medical Association, 
Michigan State and Wayne County Medical societies. Mason, Knight 
Templar (Damascus Commandery). Club: Fellowcraft. Office: 270 
Woodward Av. Residence : 201 Westminster Av. 

SMITH, Walter W.; born, Washtenaw Co., Mich., Oct. 10, 1863 ; son 
of John S. and Cordelia (Bruce) Smith; educated in common schools; 
married at Detroit, Apr. 26, 1894, Beulah Havens. Has been in charge of 
real estate department of Citizens' Savings Bank since Apr. i, 1901 ; also 
buys and sells real estate in his own name. Member of Detroit Real Es- 
tate Board. Recreations: Farming and travel. Office: Citizens' Sav- 
ings Bank. Residence : 109 Josephine Av. 

SMITH, William Grierson, treasurer and director Berry Brothers, 
Ltd., varnish manufacturers; born, Edinburgh, Scotland, Mar. 26, 1853; 
educated at Clarehall Academy and High School, Edinburgh ; came to 
Detroit, May, 1872. Entered employ of Berry Brothers as bookkeeper, 
June, 1872, and has since continued with the house ; became cashier, 1883, 
and has been treasurer and director since time of incorporation, 1893. 
Also vice president John Kay & Co., Detroit, and New York Car Wheel 
Co., Buffalo, N. Y. ; secretary and treasurer Akron Water Works Co., 
Akron, O. ; treasurer Detroit Heating and Lighting Co., The Welded 
Steel Bar Corporation, Detroit, The O. & W, Thum Co., of Grand Rap- 
ids, Mich., Lake Superior Iron and Chemical Co., Detroit, Antrim Chemi- 
cal Co., Detroit; secretary Mt. Clemens Gas Co. Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Mason. Club : Detroit. Office : Cor. Leib and Wight 
Sts. Residence: 251 Iroquois Av. 

SMYLIE, Robert William, banker; born, Dublin, Ireland, Oct. 9, 
1845 ; son of Capt. The Hon. Samuel Smylie, J. P., of Woodley Park, 
County Dublin, and Lady Helena (Macculloch) Smylie; educated in Por- 
tora Royal School, Enniskillen, Ireland, Institute "Duplessis Mornay," 
Paris, France, private tutors in Paris, and at University of Dublin ; mar- 
ried at Montreal, Can., Aug. 28, 1871, Frances Helen Empey (died, Aug. 
3, 1906). Has passed through all positions in banking from junior clerk 
up, more particularly in English and Canadian banks; located in Detroit, 
1888; naturalized citizen of United States; manager credit department 
People's State Bank. Episcopalian. Mason (32°), Knight Templar. 



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Club: Detroit. Has traveled all over the world except in interior of In- 
dia and Australia : Recreation : Walking. Office : Peoples State Bank. 
Residence: 212 Burns Av. 

SNOW, Frank E.; born, Bangor, Me., June 2, 1847; son of Edward 
and Sophia (Simpson) Snow; educated in public and private schools of 
Detroit; married at Detroit, May 13, 1875, Frances Burtenhaw. Began 
active career as clerk in local freight office Michigan Central R. R., 1862; 
was clerk in superintendent's office, 1866-68, general agent Michigan 
Central and Great Western R. R. co's, with headquarters at Detroit, 
1868-74, general Western agent, Chicago, 1874-75 ; general passenger and 
ticket agent Canada Southern R. R., at Detroit, 1875-81 ; general agent 
Wabash Road, at Detroit, 1881-84. Engaged in real estate business, pro- 
motion and building electric railways until 1905, since which time he has 
been agent at Detroit of the Lehigh Valley Despatch. Republican. Epis- 
copalian. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Boat, Detroit Athletic. Office: 1323 
Majestic Bldg. Residence: 164 McDougall Av. 

SNOW, Neil Worthington, district sales agent Pittsburgh Coal Co. ; 
born, Detroit, Nov. 10, 1879; son of Frank E. and Frances (Burtenshaw) 
Snow; educated Detroit public schools and Central High School, grad- 
uating, June, 1897; University of Michigan, graduating, degree of Bache- 
lor of Arts, June, 1902 ; unmarried. Spent one year in employ of Parke- 
Davis & Co., previous to attending college ; was for one year with George 
A. Fuller Co., general contractors. New York City; has been identified 
with the Pittsburg Coal Co. since Oct., 1904; also sales agent for New 
Pittsburg Coal Co. Formerly member 7th Regiment National Guard, New 
York. Republican. Episcopalian. Member Alpha Delta Phi. Clubs : 
University, Detroit Athletic, Country Club of Detroit. Recreations : Out- 
door and athletic sports. Office: 1103-1104 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 
164 McDougall Av. 

SNYDER, Edward P.; born, Chillicothe, O., Apr. 13, 1858; son of 
Jacob P. and Magdalene (Gartner) Snyder; educated in public schools of 
Chillicothe ; married at Three Rivers, Mich., May, 1889, Miss Lillian 
Shaad. Began active career, 1871, in employ of Miller, Patterson & Co., 
Chillicothe; came to Detroit, 1881, and was traveling salesman for A. C. 
McGraw & Co., 1881-95 ; was one of the organizers of the Michigan Shoe 
Co., 1895, and has since been vice president of the company. Methodist. 
Office : 146-148 Jefferson Av. Residence : 401 The Lennox. 

SNYDER, Henry M., rubber tires; born, Easton, Pa., July 11, 1861 ; 
son of John W. and Sidney A. (Sigafoo) Snyder; educated in schools of 
Easton and at Battle Creek College, Battle Creek, Mich. ; married at 
Howell, Mich., 1892, Mary L. Pettibone. Engaged in lumber business at 
Alpena, Mich. ; came to Detroit, 1891, and was connected with the W. A. 
C. Miller Lumber Co., until 1899; managing partner Teagan Bros. & 
Snyder, factory agents for rubber goods, two years ; now manager Michi- 
gan branch of the Michelin Tire Co., of France and Milltown, N. J. Re- 



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publican. Member Masonic order, Knights Templar, Shrine. Clubs: 
Fellowcraft, Detroit Yacht. Recreations : Automobiling, motor boating. 
Office: 214 Jefferson Av. Residence: 404 Field Av. 

SNYDER, James Hiram; born, Carbon Co., Pa., Dec. 7, 1844; son of 
Thomas and Lovina (Johns) Snyder ; educated in district school at 
Sparta, N. Y., and academy, Dansville, N. Y. ; married at Michigan City, 
Ind., Dec. 8, 1875, Jessie Fremont Sovereign. Studied chemistry and 
practiced same, 1868-70; was salesman of farm machinery one season and 
school teacher one winter; began in railroad service as brakeman Michi- 
gan Central R. R., at Michigan City, Sept., 1871 ; promoted to conductor, 
1873, yard master, 1879; assistant train master, 1880, train master, 1888, 
division superintendent, 1890; became general superintendent Indiana 
Harbor Belt Line, 1905, and has been assistant general superintendent 
Michigan Central R. R., since 1906. Democrat in political sentiment, but 
does not support nominees that in his opinion are unsuitable persons. 
Protestant. Office: Gen'l Office Mich. Central R. R. Residence: 130 
Lafayette Av. 

SOLOMON, Harry R.; born, Au Sable, Mich., July 18, 1875; son of 
Selig and Rachael (Rosenthal) Solomon; educated in public schools of 
Au Sable, 1881-91 ; Detroit Business University, 1893-94; Detroit College 
of Law, 1895-98, graduating, LL. B., 1898; married at Alpena, Mich., 
Sept. 4, 1902, Esther S. Levyn. Began active career at Au Sable, in lum- 
ber business with his father, continuing until 1893 ; after entering the bar 
practiced law at Detroit, 1898-02 ; was actively identified with the Solo- 
mon Lumber Co. and The Morris Co. (manufacturers of collars and 
cuffs) until 1906; has been secretary and treasurer American Machine 
Manufacturing Co. since 1906, manufacturers of motor trucks. Also 
secretary and treasurer Solomon Lumber Co. Republican. Member 
B'nai B'rith. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: Champlain and 
Beaubien Sts. Residence : 109 Watson St. 

SOUTHWICK, William D.; born. Dexter, Mich., July 11, 1864; 
son of George E. and Anna E. (Potter) Southwick; educated in public 
schools and St. Paul Academy, Detroit ; married at Detroit, 1887, Cath- 
erine E. Scripps (deceased, 1899). Began in hay, grain and feed business 
at 18 and continued about eight years ; purchasing agent Detroit Park 
and Boulevard Commission for one year ; advertising manager Detroit 
Tribune one year; in charge of general subscription agency of Brad- 
street Co. at Detroit, three and one-half years ; has since been in business 
for himself as manager of estates, care of properties, etc. Lessee since 
1902 of Wetherbee Bldg. ; member firm of Southwick & La Measure, en- 
gravers. Republican. Methodist. Director Y. M. C. A. Mason (32°), 
Knight Templar, Shriner. Office: 401-402 Wetherbee Bldg. Residence: 
291 Hancock Av., W. 

SPACKMAN, Earl William; born. Glen Richey, Pa., Aug. 3, 1876; 
son of Thomas and Matilda (Read) Spackman ; educated in public schools 
and at commercial college ; married at Detroit, June 4, 1907, Carolyn B. 



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Stock. Began active career as bookkeeper for wholesale grocery firm at 
Altoona, Pa., where he continued for six years ; came to Detroit, Feb., 
1903, since which time he has been secretary and treasurer Climax Oak 
Belting Co. Also sales manager Safety Furnace Pipe Co. Served in 
Cuba, 1898-99, as member of N. C. Volunteer Infantry. Protestant, Club : 
Detroit Motor Boat. Ofifice: 27-29 Bates St. Residence: 36 Garland Av. 

SPALDING, Clayton A., lumber; born, Monroe, Mich., May 18, 
1862; son of Don Orlando and Anna A. (Bradford) Spalding; educated in 
public and high schools of Monroe ; married at Lansing, Feb. 14, 1907, 
Miss Oceana Ferry. Began active career at Monroe as dealer in cedar 
poles and lumber, 1887 ; removed to Detroit, 1902, and is proprietor C. A. 
Spalding & Co. Also president Climax Manufacturing Co. Republican. 
Presbyterian. Member A. F. & A. M. Clubs : Fellowcraft, Rushmere. 
Office : 502 Hammond Bldg. Residence : 129 Taylor Av. 

SPALDING, Edward Bartlett, dentist ; born at Pennsylvania Copper 
Mine, near Eagle Harbor, Mich., Sept. 18, 1868; son of William Putnam 
and Miranda Brockway (Sexton) Spalding; graduate Sault Ste. Marie 
High School, 1887; student Michigan State Normal School, Ypsilanti, 
two years, 1887-89; D. D. S., College of Dental Surgery, University of 
Michigan, 1892 ; unmarried. Has practiced in Detroit since 1892 ; non- 
resident lecturer Dental College, University of Michigan ; baritone soloist 
in churches of Detroit, 1890-1905. President Michigan State Dental So- 
ciety; member First District Dental Society of Michigan, New York In- 
stitute of Stomatology; honorary member Ohio State Dental Society, 
Toledo Dental Society. Clubs: University, Detroit Boat, Detroit Golf, 
Fine Arts Society of Detroit. Recreations : Golf, boating. Office : 4 Adams 
Av., W. Residence: 415 Woodward Av. 

SPALDING, Hinton E., lawyer; born, Chelmsford, Mass., Sept. 28, 
i860; son of Edward E. and Julia A. (Parkhurst) Spalding; educated in 
public schools of New York and Ohio ; University of Michigan, Literary 
Department, graduating, degree of A. B., 1882; married at Detroit, June 
10, 1891, Florence B. Jenkins. Studied law in Bay City and Detroit, 
1882-85 ; admitted to bar, 1885, and practiced in Detroit alone until 1893, 
as Brooke & Spalding, 1893-96, and under title of Walker & Spalding 
since 1896. Member Detroit Bar Association. Member Board of Educa- 
tion City of Detroit, 1903-07. Republican. Unitarian. Clubs: Detroit, 
Detroit Boat, Detroit Golf. Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : 205 
Moffat Bldg. Residence: 117 Boston Blvd. 

SPATER, Alex. M, ; born, Detroit, Sept. 30, 1876; son of Herman 
and Pauline (Morris) Spater ; public school education; married at De- 
troit, Jan. 30, 1900, Julia Robinson. Has been identified with wholesale 
woodenware business since the beginning of his active career, 1898, and 
is member of the firm of Spater Brothers. Member Detroit Board of 
Commerce. Club : Phoenix. Office : 62-64 Jefiferson Av. Residence : 
167 Theodore St. 



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SPAULDING, John Cecil, lawyer; born, St. Johns, Mich., Jan. 7, 
1879; son of Oliver Lyman and Mary Cecilia (Swegles) Spaulding; edu- 
cated, Central High School, Washington, D. C, 1890-94, graduating, 1893 
and 1894; University of Michigan, 1894-98, degree of A. B., 1897; Co- 
lumbian University (now George Washington University), Washington, 

D, C, 1898-1900, LL. B., 1899, LL. M., 1900; unmarried. Began active 
career as clerk in office of auditor for War Department, Washington, D. 
C, Dec. 23, 1898; detailed to office of comptroller of the treasury, Jan. 
II, 1901 ; resigned Feb. 8, 1903; entered law office of Bowen, Douglas, 
Whiting & Murfin, Detroit, Jan. 5, 1903; has been in practice for self 
since Mar. i, 1904. Member Michigan State Naval Brigade, 1903-06. 
Republican. Episcopalian. Member Beta Theta Pi, Phi Delta Phi. 
Clubs : University, Detroit. Recreations : Outdoor exercises ; member 
track team University of Michigan, 1898, Columbian University, 1899 
and 1900. Office: 311 Moffat Bldg. Residence: 1939 Woodward Av. 

SPEED, John James, lawyer; born, Ithaca, N. Y., Jan. 14, 1839; son 
of John and Ann (Morrell) Speed; educated in public schools and Uni- 
versity of Michigan; married, Detroit, Sept. i, 1899, Ella C. Hastings. 
Studied law and was admitted to the bar before the Supreme Court of 
Michigan ; began practicing in Detroit, 1861 ; member state legislature, 
1873-74; judge of circuit court, 1882-89; corporation counsel, 1890-96, 
also attorney for police department ; ex-member Board of Education. Re- 
publican. Episcopalian. Member Detroit Bar Association. Mason. 
Club : North Channel Fishing Club. Recreation : Fishing. Office : 402 
Moffat Bldg. Residence : 478 2d Av. 

SPENCE, H. Wibirt, state manager Mutual Life Insurance Co. of 
New York; born, Buffalo, N. Y., Apr. 6, 1874; son of Thomas and Sarah 

E. (Ferris) Spence; educated in public schools of Buffalo and State Nor- 
mal School, Buffalo; married, Buffalo, Oct. 14, 1897, Harriette Coppins. 
Began active career in office of a building contractor ; entered life insur- 
ance business at Buffalo, 1896, as solicitor for the Mutual Life Insurance 
Co. of New York, and was promoted to superintendent of agencies, at 
Buffalo, 1901 ; became supervisor of agencies for New York and New 
England, 1904, manager for Western Michigan, at Grand Rapids, 1905, 
and has been state manager at Detroit since Oct., 1906; has had training 
under three of the most eminent life insurance actuaries, which especially 
fits him for the position he occupies. Republican. Member Methodist 
Episcopal Church. Mason (32°), Shriner. Recreations: Outdoor di- 
versions. Office: 316 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 131 N. Grand Blvd., 
West. 

SPICE, Horace Lindley; born, Mansfield, O., May 27, 1851 ; son of 
Felix N. V, and Sarah H. (Lindley) Spice; educated in public and high 
schools of Mansfield and Columbus, O. ; married at Baltimore, Md., Nov. 
15, 1880, Mary Elizabeth Eichler. Began active career as clerk in employ 
of Little Miami Ry. at Columbus, O., 1865 ; then clerk fast freight lines 
of Erie Ry. at Cleveland ; entered service of Canton Sugar Refinery, Bal- 



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timore, Md., as chief accountant and confidential man, 1872; began in 
fire insurance agency business, 1880, conducting agency in Baltimore, 
removing to Clinton, la., 1890; became connected with the Germania Fire 
Insurance Co., 1894, was transferred to Des Moines, 1896, and has been 
state agent and adjuster with headquarters at Detroit, since 1902. Re- 
publican. Episcopalian. Member Masonic order, B. P. O. E., Ohio So- 
ciety of Detroit. Office: 723 Chamber of Commerce Bldg. Residence: 
123 Delaware Av. 

SPIEGEL, John S., manufacturer of shirts ; born, Greensburg, Pa., 
Feb. I, 1854; son of William and Christine (Rau) Spiegel; attended Mt. 
Pleasant Institute, Westmoreland Co., Pa. ; taught school for several 
years and for two years assisted his brother, who was county superin- 
tendent of schools of Westmoreland Co. ; married at Pittsburg, Pa., June 
29, 1887, Elizabeth Semple. President John S. Spiegel Co., shirt manu- 
facturers, established. Mar,, 1899. Democrat. Presbyterian. Member 
Masonic order. Recreations: Home, and attending track meets in which 
his boys take part. Office: 124 Cass Av. Residence: 87 Edmund PI. 

SPIER, Frederick H., architect ; born, Bueckeburg, Germany, 1855 ; 
son of John H. and Sophie Charlotte (Grimme) Spier; educated in Gym- 
nasium at Bueckeburg and at technical school at Holzminden, graduat- 
ing, 1873; came to America, 1873; married at Hoboken, N. J., 1878, 
Emilie S. Steeneck. Has been engaged in profession as architect at De- 
troit as member firm of Spier & Rohns, since 1884. Designed Chamber 
of Commerce Building (the first steel frame building erected in Detroit), 
the Law and Medical buildings and Tappan Hall, of University of Michi- 
gan, all the principal stations on Michigan Central and Grand Trunk 
Ry. lines, St. Thomas' Church, Ann Arbor, Sacred Heart of Mary Church, 
Detroit, and more than thirty other churches. Member Board of Com- 
merce. Republican (independent), Scottish Rite Mason, Shriner, Odd 
Fellow. Member Harmonic Society. Recreation: Music. Office: 1317- 
1326 Chamber of Commerce. Residence: 289 23d St. 

SPRAGUE, William Cyrus, editor, author, publisher; born, Malta, 
O., Feb. 25, i860; son of William P. (ex-congressman) and Martha A. 
(Roberts) Sprague; graduate Denison University, O., 1881 ; Cincinnati 
Law School, LL. B., 1883 ; married at Urbana, O., June 24, 1885, Caroline 
Ellis. Was admitted to bar, 1883, and practiced law in Ohio, Minnesota 
and Michigan ten years; organized the business in which he is now en- 
gaged, known as the Sprague Publishing Co., Sprague Correspondence 
School of Law, and Sprague Correspondence School of Journalism (three 
separate corporations). Also managing editor American Legal News, 
Law Students' Helper, How to Write, The American Boy (all month- 
lies). Editor National Bankruptcy News and Reports, 1900-01. Author: 
After Dinner Speeches, 1886; Sprague's Abridgment of Blackstone, 1893; 
Quiz Books in Law, 1896; Three Boys in the Mountains, 1902; Napo- 
leon Bonaparte, 1904; Felice Constant, 1904; The Boy Courier of Napo- 
leon, 1904. Trustee Kalamazoo College, Michigan Military Academy. 



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Member Commercial Law League of America (president, 1895-96, chair- 
man executive committee, 1896-1900) ; Ohio Society of Detroit (president, 
1904-05). Member Board of Commerce, Beta Theta Pi college fraternity, 
Detroit Credit Men's Association. President Men's Club, Grosse He, 
Mich. ; vice president Grosse He Farmers' Club ; member Detroit Club. 
Recreation: Farming. Office: 733-744 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 
Woodward Apts. 

SPRANGER, Michael Joseph, physician ; born, Munchen, Bavaria, 
Germany, Sept. 23, 1845; son of Laurence and Mary Spranger; came to 
America, with parents, 1849; educated in public schools of Pittsburg, 
Pa., St. Vincent's College, Pa., Cleveland Homeopathic College, 1864-65, 
and Detroit Homeopathic College, M. D., 1871 ; married at New Balti- 
more, Mich., Apr. 25, 1866, Philamena Satty. Democrat. Began practice 
at New Baltimore, 1866; removed to Detroit, 1867, and has continually 
engaged in practice (liberal school), specializing in chronic diseases; 
member medical staff of Grace Hospital. Member Wayne County and 
Michigan State Medical societies, American Institute of Homeopathy. 
Clubs: Detroit, Quarter Century. Recreation: Music (zither). Address: 
23 Adams Av., E. 

SPRATT, John Charles; born, Poughkeepsie, N. Y., Mar. 31, 1856; 
son of William and Mary A. (McDermott) Spratt ; educated in public 
schools of Poughkeepsie; married at Poughkeepsie, 1881, Mary E. Shana- 
han. Began active career in drug store, Poughkeepsie, and became man- 
ager of the drug store of P. M. Howard, of Poughkeepsie; has been iden- 
tified with Parke-Davis & Co. since 1888, and has been manager of the 
sales department of the company since 1895. Appointed member Munic- 
ipal Art Commission by Mayor Cobb, 1896. Roman Catholic. Member 
Board of Commerce. Club : Detroit, Detroit Boat. Recreations : Horti- 
culture and floriculture. Office: Atwater and McDougal Sts. Residence: 
203 Field Av. 

STAIR, Edward D., newspaper publisher, theatrical manager ; born, 
Morenci, Mich., Mar. 29, 1859; son of Jacob and Maryette (Beckwith) 
Stair; educated in public schools of Morenci; married at New York City, 
July 2, 1888, Grace Crookson. Began active career as a country news- 
paper publisher, at Morenci, 1876, following it continuously until he re- 
tired from ownership of Livingston Republican, at Howell, Mich., 1888 ; 
entered theatrical management in New York, 1888, by producing a play 
he had written ; reentered newspaper work by purchase of interest in De- 
troit Journal, 1901, and Detroit Free Press, 1906; still largely interested 
in theatrical investments, but gradually dropping active work. President 
Stair & Havlin Co. (a holding and booking corporation, owning and rep- 
resenting theaters throughout the United States and Canada, about 200 
theaters in all), also president Detroit Journal Co., Detroit Free Press, 
U. S. Amusement Co., Majestic Theater Co. (Brooklyn), La Fayette 
Amusement Co. (Washington), etc. ; director Old Detroit National Bank, 
Detroit Trust Co., Detroit National Bank of Commerce. Republican 



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(independent, never aspired for office). York and Scottish Rite Mason 
(33°), Knight Templar, Shriner. Clubs: Old Club, Country and De- 
troit (Detroit) ; Green Room and Oakland Golf (New York). Recrea- 
tions : Golf and motoring. Office: Free Press Bldg. Residence: 645 
Woodward Av. 

STANDART, Henry Winslow, manufacturer ; born, Detroit, May 
21, 1875; son of Henry Winslow and Flora Belle (Van Huson) Standart; 
educated in Detroit public schools, Detroit School for Boys, University of 
Michigan ; married at Kittanning, Pa., Feb. 25, 1905, Eliza Phillips May- 
ers. Began active career in foundry of Detroit Malleable Co., Jan., 1897; 
organized, with others, the Northern Engineering Works, manufacturers 
of cranes, hoists and foundry machinery, Oct., 1899, ^^^ was elected sec- 
retary and treasurer of the company, in which offices he still continues. 
Also secretary and treasurer Detroit Engineering Works and Detroit 
Crane and Hoist Co. ; vice president Witchell Sheill Co. ; director De- 
troit United Bank. Member U. S. Navy, on board U. S. S. Yosemite at 
time of Spanish-American War. Presbyterian. Member Sigma Phi. 
Clubs : Detroit, Yondotega, University, Country, Detroit Racquet and 
Curling, Old Club. Recreations : Outdoor diversions. Office : Northern 
Engineering Works. Residence : 730 JelTerson Av. 

STANDART, Joseph G.; born, Monroeville, O., July 17, 1834; son 
of Henry W. and Ann (Gardner) Standart; educated in public and private 
schools of New York state ; came to Detroit, 1855 ; married, Ohio, 1858, 
Mary C. Miller. Has been engaged in hardware business over fifty years ; 
was with Buhl & Du Charme, 1855-63 ; in 1863 organized, with his broth- 
er, the firm of Standart Bros., wholesale hardware, and incorporated same, 
1900, as Standart Bros., Ltd., of which he has since been chairman. Vet- 
eran member Detroit Light Guard. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Republican. Member St. John's Episcopal Church. Mason (Union 
Lodge No. 3). Clubs: Wayne, Old Club of St. Clair Flats, Office: 155- 
169 Woodbridge St. Residence : 83 Edmund PI. 

STANDART, Joseph Gardner, lawyer ; born, Detroit, Nov. 27, 1879 J 
son of Henry Winslow and Flora Belle (Van Husan) Standart; educated 
in public schools of Detroit up to 1892 ; St. Paul's School, Concord, N. H., 
1892-95 ; public schools of Detroit, 1896-98, University of Michigan, 1898- 
03, graduating, degree of LL. B., 1903 ; unmarried. Has engaged in 
practice in Detroit since June, 1903 ; member law firm of Moore, Standart 
& Drake since Oct., 1905. Republican. Representative state legisla- 
ture, 1907-08. Clubs : Detroit, Old Club, University, Country, Detroit 
Racquet and Curling. Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : 607-610 
Wayne County Bank Bldg. Residence : 182 McDougall Av. 

STANDART, Robert W.; born, Auburn, N. Y., June 12, 1846; son 
of Henry W. and Ann (Gardner) Standart; educated in public schools of 
Auburn ; married at Brookline, Mass., 1876, Harriet C. Hyde. Came to 
Detroit, 1863, and entered store established by his father and his two 



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brothers, Joseph G. and George ; was admitted to firm (Joseph G. and 
Robert W.) as Standart Bros., 1873, and became treasurer of the com- 
pany upon its incorporation as Standart Bros., Ltd., 1900. Treasurer 
Newsboys' Association. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Club : 
Country. Recreation: Driving. Office: 155-169 Woodbridge St. Resi- 
dence: 99 Edmund PL 

STANDISH, Frederick Dana, manufacturer of paper boxes; born, 
Romeo, Mich., Nov. 15, 1852; son of John Dana Standish (grandson of 
Samuel Standish of Massachusetts) and Emma Lee (Darrow) Standish 
of Connecticut; graduate Detroit High School, 1866, and Mt. Pleasant 
Military Academy, N. Y., 1869; married at Detroit, Dec. 17, 1878, Carrie 
Hubbard. Assisted in organizing the Detroit Seating Co., 1883, which 
was disposed of to Cleveland School Furniture Co., 1886, of which was 
director until sold to American School Furniture Co. (trust), in 1901 ; as- 
sisted in organization of Wolverine Lumber Co., with mills at Cairo, 111., 
1890; has been engaged in manufacture of paper boxes since 1892; treas- 
urer Kurtz Paper Box Co., Detroit. Served through Spanish-American 
War as an officer in U. S. Navy, on U. S. S. Yosemite, the crew of which 
was awarded the Sampson Medal by special act of Congress; has been in 
command of the Naval Militia of Michigan since 1902. Member Sons of 
American Revolution, Naval and Military Order Spanish-American War. 
Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Boat, Detroit Racquet and Curling, Old Club. 
Recreation : Boating (interested for many years in athletics, especially 
rowing). Office: 59-65 Earned St, Residence: 117 Watson St. 

STANDISH, James D., secretary and treasurer Hammond, Standish 
& Co.; born, Pontiac, Mich., Nov. 12, 1849; son of John Dana and Emma 
Lee (Darrow) Standish; educated, Detroit public schools and Kalamazoo 
College; married at Adrian, Mich., May 22, 1873, Jennie C. Hart. En- 
tered employ of Standish & Ives, 1867, and two years later was given a 
working interest in the firm, which became Standish & Co. ; assisted in 
organizing firm of Hammond, Standish & Co., with George H. Hammond 
and Sidney B. Dixon, 1872, incorporated, 1880, packers and wholesale 
and retail dealers in provisions, of which has been secretary and treasurer 
from time of organization. In 1881 he became secretary and treasurer of 
the G. H. Hammond Co., whose general offices were transferred to Chi- 
cago in 1889, and he went there; when this company was merged into the 
National Packing Co., in 1902, he became secretary and treasurer of the 
latter, continuing until 1904; returned to Detroit and assumed his duties 
with Hammond, Standish & Co. Also president Detroit Beef Co. ; presi- 
dent Cattle Feeders' Loan Co., South Omaha, Neb. ; director Commercial 
National Bank, Security Trust Co., Michigan Savings Bank, and of South 
Omaha National Bank, South Omaha. Episcopalian. Member Board of 
Commerce. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Country, Lake St. Clair Fishing and 
Shooting Club. Recreation : Golf. Office : 20th St. and M. C. R. R. Res- 
idence : 74 Alfred St. 



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STANLEY, Elijah Henry, real estate and investment securities; 
born, Drury Township, Rock Island Co., 111., Nov. 28, 1870; son of Joseph 
Richard and Elizabeth Charlotte (Essex) Stanley ; educated in district 
school until 1879, public schools of Rock Island until 1882, and Musca- 
tine, la., until 1884; removed with family to Cloquet, Minn., and attended 
school until 1887; married at Duluth, Minn., Mar. 14, 1893, Miss Leonore 
Elizabeth Milton, Learned printer's trade and worked at it for five years 
in various places ; has been engaged in real estate business and invest- 
ment securities at Detroit since 1900. Secretary American Realty Syndi- 
cate. Mason. Recreation: Travel. Office: Majestic Bldg. 

STANLEY, Louis Crandall, lawyer ; born, Washington, D. C, Nov. 
9, 1855; son of John Mix and Alice Morgan (English) Stanley; gradu- 
ate University of Michigan, degree of A. B., 1876; married, Detroit, June 
12, 1889, Jane C. Mahon. Studied law and was admitted to the bar, 1877; 
has practiced in Detroit since ; attorney Grand Trunk Ry. System (Michi- 
gan) since 1877. Vice president H. T. Wilson Coal Co. and of E. R. John- 
son Co. ; director and secretary Globe Steel Filtration Process Co. Mem- 
ber Board of Commerce. Republican. Presbyterian. Member Detroit 
and Michigan Bar Associations, Delta Kappa Epsilon. Clubs: Fellow- 
craft, Detroit Boat. Office: 17 Buhl Blk. Residence: 49 Seward Av. 

STANSELL, Arthur D., lawyer; born, Detroit, Mar. 8, 1876; son of 
1882-90; Detroit High School, 1890-95; University of Michigan, 1895- 
99, degree of B. L., 1899, Law Department, same university, 1899-02, 
degree of LL. B., 1902 ; unmarried. Has practiced in Detroit since Jan. 
2, 1903 ; associated with Orla B. Taylor, lawyer, but not in partnership. 
Director Guaranteed Securities Corporation. Episcopalian. Member 
Sigma Chi, Clubs: University, Detroit Boat, Detroit Boat Club Yachts- 
man. Recreation: Yachting. Office: 13-15 Butler Bldg. Residence: 
1898 Woodward Av. 

STANTON, A B, manufacturer and jobber of men's furnishings; 
born, Oxford, Mich., Jan, 19, 1870; son of Lovett W. and Harriet (Stock- 
well) Stanton; educated in public schools of Pontiac ; married at Pontiac, 
1905, Anna Belle Owen, Began active career in employ of Pontiac, Ox- 
ford & Northern Ry., continuing until 1889, when he became connected 
with firm of M. M. Stanton & Co., Detroit, men's furnishings ; has been 
a partner in the firm since fall of 1901. Democrat. Member Masonic 
order (32°), Knights Templar, Shrine. Recreation: Boating, Office: 
124-126 Jefiferson Av. Residence: 81 Palmer Av., E. 

STANTON, Marvin M., merchant ; born, Otsego Co., N. Y., May 7, 
1850; son of Abram A. and Hannah (Barton) Stanton; educated at Al- 
fred University, N. Y, ; married, July 5, 1871, Miss Alice Lee. Has been 
a resident of Michigan since 1857; came to Detroit, 1867; has been iden- 
tified with manufacture and sale of men's furnishings since the beginning 
of his business career; senior partner of M. M. Stanton & Co., organized, 
1871. Public lighting commissioner of Detroit; was police commissioner 



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under Mayor Maybury. Member Board of Commerce, Detroit Whole- 
salers' Association. Mason (32°), Knight Templar, Shriner. Clubs: 
Detroit, Detroit Boat, Old, Elks. Recreations: Hunting and fishing. Of- 
fice: 124 Jefiferson Av. Residence: 112 Park View Av. 

STAPLETON, William J., Jr., physician; born, Detroit, Dec. 25, 
1876; son of William J. and Sarah M. (Maxfield) Stapleton ; educated in 
Welkin's public school ; Detroit High School ; Michigan College of Medi- 
cine and Surgery, graduating, degree of M. D., 1900; Ph. G., Detroit Col- 
lege of Medicine, 1902; LL. B., Detroit College of Law, 1907; unmarried. 
Began practice in Detroit, May 10, 1900. Lecturer on Surgical Anatomy 
and clinical assistant in surgery Michigan College of Medicine and Sur- 
gery; medical examiner State Life Insurance Co. of Indianapolis, Lin- 
coln Life Assurance Co. ; medical director Northern Assurance Co. ; Coun- 
ty physician Wayne County, 1906-07. Member Wayne County Medical 
Society (secretary, 1905-06), Michigan State Medical Society, American 
Medical Association, Michigan Surgical and Pathological Society, etc. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Mason; member Palestine Lodge, 
Detroit Commandery, Knights Templar No. i, (32°), Scottish Rite, 
Moslem Temple Mystic Shrine; B. P. O. E. Clubs: Fellowcraft, Cosmo- 
politan. Recreations: Travel and books. Office and residence: 176 
Lafayette Blvd. 

STARRET, Thomas C, timbered lands ; born, Brampton, Ont., Feb. 
9, 1855; son of Andrew and Fanny (Merigold) Starret ; educated in pub- 
lic schools of Canada; married at Muskegon, Mich., June 2, 1880, Del- 
phene Anderson. Went to Muskegon, from Canada, 1874, and tallied 
lumber for brother, Edgar ; worked in store for Blodgett & Byrne, Holton, 
Mich., two years, beginning, 1875, and became bookkeeper and manager 
of their saw mill at Holton, continuing until i88q; bought the firm's 
store, 1881, and saw mill was removed; bought another saw mill and 
manufactured lumber for three years, also acquiring small tracts of pine 
timber; removed to Muskegon, 1886, and worked as bookkeeper for Blod- 
gett & Byrne and D. A. Blodgett (Mr. Byrne having died) ; was con- 
nected with Hovey & McCracken as bookkeeper and looking after office 
business, beginning 1887 and continuing for eight years ; went to Arkan- 
sas, 1888, and invested all he had and could borrow in Arkansas pine 
(Ouachita Co.) and continued buying and selling pine lands in small way 
until 1895, when he severed connections with Hovey & McCracken ; then 
operated more extensively in pine lands of Arkansas and Louisiana, and 
entered into partnership with H. N. Hovey to buy pine lands ; bought 
70,000 acres in Arkansas, 30,000 in Louisiana, 16,000 in Mississippi, and 
disposed of a large portion of same ; bought 20,000 acres in Oregon in 
1906, the firm owning a billion feet of pine in 1907. Member of Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Republican. Clubs : Detroit, Rushmere, Detroit 
Automobile. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 517 Hammond Bldg. 
Residence : 140 W. Canfield Av. 



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STEARNS, Frederick Kimball, manufacturing pharmacist; born, 
Buffalo, N. Y., Dec. 6, 1854; son of Frederick and Eliza (Kimball) 
Stearns; educated in Patterson's Classical School and University of Mich- 
igan to 1897; married, Detroit, Oct. 16, 1878, Helen E. Sweet. Has been 
identified since the beginning of his active career v^ith manufacture of 
pharmaceutical preparations ; house established by his father, 1855, incor- 
porated, 1882, and distributing its products to all countries of the v^orld. 
Also president Detroit Orchestral Association, Michigan Branch Ameri- 
can National Red Cross ; director National Bank of Commerce. Repub- 
lican. Member Alpha Delta Phi. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Clubs : Automobile Club of America (New York) ; Detroit Club, Coun- 
try, Automobile, Detroit Athletic (president four years), Detroit Rac- 
quet, Detroit Prismatic, etc. Recreations: Athletics, motoring, tennis, 
etc. Was president Detroit Base Ball Club, 1887; also former vice presi- 
dent American Athletic Union. Office : Frederick Stearns & Co. Resi- 
dence : Jefferson and Parker Avs. 

STEINBRECHER, Albert Henry, physician; born, Detroit, Jan. 11, 
1858; son of John and Maria (Fuch) Steinbrecher ; early education in 
public and high schools, Detroit; M. D., Detroit College of Medicine, 
1881 ; post-graduate studies abroad and in New York; married, Detroit, 
Dec. 8, 1891, Julia D. Henkel. Practiced at St. Ignace, Mich., 1881-89, 
and in Detroit since 1891 ; professor of practice of medicine, Detroit Col- 
lege of Medicine ; member staff of St. Mary's Hospital. Republican. 
Member Wayne County and Michigan State Medical societies, American 
Medical Association. Member Board of Commerce. Mason (32°), 
Knight Templar. Address : 410 Woodward Av. 

STELLWAGEN, August C, lawyer; born, Nieder Saulheim, Ger- 
many, Feb. 17, 1849; son of Michael and Anna E. (Endlich) Stellwagen ; 
came to America with parents at age of 2 years; educated in public 
schools of Wayne, Mich. ; Ann Arbor High School, graduating, 1869 ; 
University of Michigan, 1869-70, and 1872-75, graduating, degree of 
B. A., 1875 ; studied law in office of Beakes & Cutcheon, Detroit, and 
was admitted to the bar, 1878; married at Detroit, Mar. 3, 1888, Bertha 
H. Fleming. Member law firm of Beakes, Cutcheon & Stellwagen, 
1878-82, the firm passing through various changes until 1900, since which 
time it has been Stellwagen & MacKay. Chairman board of managers 
Union Trust Building Co. ; director Dime Savings Bank, Globe Tobacco 
Co., Ohio Cement Co., Drake Law Book Co., Prouty & Glass Carriage 
Co., Wayne, Mich. Member Detroit Bar Association, Michigan State 
Bar Association, American Geographic Association. Democrat. Congre- 
gationalist. Clubs : Fellowcraft, Bankers', Detroit Whist, Harmonie 
Society. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 42 Home Bank Bldg. 
Residence: 265 Putnam Av. 

STEPHENS, Albert Leete, business manager; born, Romeo, Mich., 
Nov. II, 1857; son of Henry and Clarinda (Leete) Stephens; educated 
in public schools of Romeo ; married at Romeo, March, 1884, Frances 



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Harvey. Began active career with his father in manufacture of lumber, 
at age of 17, and filled positions in all branches of the business, from 
estimating to placing on the market, up to 1895 ; has devoted his atten- 
tion to real estate and corporate interests since 1895. President O. & W. 
Thum Co., manufacturers of "Tanglefoot" Sticky Fly Paper, of Grand 
Rapids, Mich., Wabash Portland Cement Co., of Stroh, Ind., Quincy 
Gas Co., of Quincy, 111. ; chairman board of managers, Detroit Real 
Estate Investment Co.; director Wayne County Savings Bank; director 
and member executive committee Union Trust Co. Republican. Clubs : 
Detroit, Yondotega, Detroit Boat, Old Club. Recreations : Hunting and 
fishing. Office: Union Trust Bldg., Detroit. Residence: Grosse Pointe 
Farms, Mich. 

STEPHENS, Alva J.; born, Manistee, Mich., Sept. 23, 1868; son 
of George W. Stephens; educated in public schools of Milford, Mich.; 
married at Detroit, May 15, 1901, Clara L. Reichle. Has been a resident 
of Detroit at different times since 1885 ; was with Acme White Lead 
Works three years, and Bookkeepers' Publishing Co. three years; became 
connected with the Capewell Horse Nail Co., February, 1891, in Chicago, 
and has been manager at Detroit since January, 1897. Member Masonic 
order, Knights of Pythias. Club : Detroit Yacht. Recreations : Bowling 
and outdoor sports. Office : 69 Jefferson Av. Residence : 62 Avery Av. 

STEPHENS, Henry, lumberman ; president Henry Stephens & Co. 
Office: Park Bldg. Residence: 1 123 Woodward Av. 

STEPHENS, T. Palmer, secretary and assistant treasurer Roe 
Stephens Manufacturing Co. ; born, Detroit, Sept. 7, 1870 ; son of Roe 
and Sarah A. (De Long) Stephens ; educated in public schools of 
Detroit and Episcopal Academy of Michigan, Detroit; married ist, at 
Detroit, Sept. 7, 1892, Frances E. Candler (now deceased) ; 2nd, at De- 
troit, Apr. 12, 1904, Agnes A. Barry. Began active career as clerk in 
McLellan & Anderson's Bank (now U. S. Savings Bank), 1887; was 
with Strong, Lee & Co., wholesale dry goods, 1888-91 ; became book- 
keeper Roe Stephens Manufacturing Co., manufacturers of valves and 
fire hydrants, 1891, was later appointed assistant secretary, and after 
death of father, Jan. 18, 1897, was elected secretary and assistant treas- 
urer. Also president Central Hydraulic Stone Co. Republican as to pol- 
itics ; Episcopalian in religious views. Club : Fellowcraft. Office : Roe 
Stephens Manufacturing Co. Residence: 35 Woodward Av. Terrace. 

STEPHENS, Thomas H., oil and vinegar; born, Clifton, Mich., 
Jan. 20, 1863; son of Joseph H. and Elizabeth (Bishop) Stephens; edu- 
cated in public schools of Michigan and Detroit Business University; 
married at Milwaukee, Wis., September, 1893, Miss Evelyn G. Green- 
slade. Came to Detroit, 1883, and entered employ of John Greenslade; 
bought his interests in 1889 and formed the Greenslade Oil Co., of which 
he is senior member. Republican. Unitarian. Mason (32°), Knight 
Templar, Shriner. Club: Detroit Golf. Recreation: Golf. Office: 38 
Jefferson Av. Residence : 99 Boston Blvd. 



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STEPHENSON, Frank T. F., physician; born near Burlington, 
N. J., Nov. 20, 1874; son of Steelman and Alice Tyler (Eraser) Stephen- 
son ; graduate Au Sable High School, 1891 ; special student in science 
Michigan Agricultural College, 1891-92; Ph. G., Pharmacy Department, 
Detroit College of Medicine, 1900; M. D., Medical Department, Detroit 
College of Medicine, 1901 ; married, Walkerton, Ont., Can., Aug. 27, 
1902, Helen J. Goodier. Among Ojibwa Indians, rounding up for Carlisle 
Indian School, 1892-93 ; taught school three years, principal high school, 
Tawas City, Mich., up to 1897; county commissioner of schools, Iosco 
Co., Mich., 1898-99; began practice of medicine in Detroit, 1901 ; lec- 
turer on organic and inorganic chemistry, Detroit College of Medicine, 
since 1901 ; devotes considerable time to research and expert chemical 
work. Republican. Baptist. Treasurer Society of Detroit Chemists; 
member Wayne County and Michigan State Medical societies. Am. Med- 
ical Association, Detroit Medical Club, Phi Rho Sigma. Mason. Rec- 
reations : Chemical research. Office and residence : 469 Trumbull Av. 

STERLING, Ruluff R. ; born, Sterling's Mills, Mich., Apr. 20, 1858 ; 
son of Leander and Sarah (Van Vlack) Sterling; educated in public 
schools of Wayne Co., Mich. ; married at Buffalo, N. Y., 1892, Sarah 
A. Thomas. Began active career in clothing business at Ypsilanti, 
Mich., continuing until 25 ; then engaged for ten years in retail shoe 
business at Escanaba, Mich. ; located in Detroit, 1892, and became mem- 
ber of firm of McRae & Roberts Co. ; organized the Sterling & Skinner 
Manufacturing Co., 1902, and has since been president of the company. 
President Clark Wireless Telegraph and Telephone Co., Cowles & Dan- 
ziger Co., Harrington Cigar Co. ; director Detroit Motor Casting Co., 
Manufacturers' Motor Power and Building Co. Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Qub : Detroit Golf. Recreation : Golf. Office : Grand 
Blvd. and Russell Av. Residence : 85 King Av. 

STEVENS, Frederic Beckwith, manufacturer; born, Canton, Conn., 
Sept. 24, 1855; son of Samuel and Mary Anne (Beckwith) Stevens; 
graduate Williston Seminary, East Hampton, Mass. ; married at Detroit, 
Apr. 20, 1880, Anne E. Shipman. Has been engaged as manufacturer 
of foundry facings and supplies, Detroit, since 1882. Director Commer- 
cial National Bank. Liberal Democrat. Episcopalian. Member Board 
of Commerce. 33° Mason ; Commander-in-Chief Michigan Sovereign 
Consistory. Club : Detroit. Office : Earned and 3d Sts. Residence : 69 
Eliot St. 

STEVENS, Frederick Waeir, lawyer; born, Clinton, Mich., May 24, 
1865 ; son of Linus F. and Mary E. (Waeir) Stevens ; educated in 
public schools of Hersey and Grand Rapids, Mich.; Law Department, 
University of Michigan, degree of LL. B., 1887. Married at Grand 
Rapids, Aug. 28, 1888, Nellie M. Henshaw. Admitted to the bar, June, 
1887; "practiced in Grand Rapids, 1887-1900; removed to Detroit, 1900; 
general counsel and general solicitor Pere Marquette R. R. Co., since 
1900, and Cincinnati, Hamilton & Dayton Ry. Co., since 1904; engaged 



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in general practice to a limited extent. Assistant U. S. attorney West- 
ern district of Michigan, 1890-91 ; school trustee Grand Rapids, 1891-94. 
Republican. Club: Detroit. Recreations: Horseback riding. Office: 
Fort St. Depot Bldg. Residence: 55 Woodward Av. Terrace. 

STEVENS, Mark Burnham, shoe merchant ; born, Detroit, Oct. 23, 
1849; son of John and Mary Baker (Covert) Stevens; educated in public 
schools; married ist, Annie Adams, Sept. 10, 1874 (deceased July 13, 
1901) ; married, 2nd, at Detroit, Nov. 23, 1904, Emily Gilmore. Began 
active career Feb. 4, 1865, as cashier of same house with which he has 
since been identified ; admitted to firm, R. H. Fyfe & Co., 1869, dealers 
in boots, shoes and rubbers. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Re- 
publican. Episcopalian. Club: Detroit. Office: 183-185 Woodward 
Av. Residence : 545 Jefiferson Av. 

STEVENS, Rollin Howard, physician; born, Blenheim, Ont., Can., 
Jan. 7, 1868; son of Nathan H. and Ada Jane (Burk) Stevens; educated 
in public schools until 12; Chatham (Ont.) public and high schools; 
Toronto University senior matriculation. May, 1886; entered Homeo- 
pathic College of University of Michigan, 1886, graduating, M. D., 1889; 
Ontario College of Physicians and Surgeons, 1889; house surgeon 
Grace Hospital, Detroit, 1889-1891 ; Leland Stanford Jr. University, 
California, 1902 ; Finsen's Medicinske Lysinstitut, Copenhagen, Denmark, 
and post-graduate work, skin diseases, Vienna, Berlin, Hamburg and 
London, 1902-03; married at Lapeer, Mich., Mar. 16, 1892, Mary E. 
Thompson, A. B., M. D. Has been connected with Grace Hospital as 
follows: Attending pathologist, 1894-96, gynecologist, 1896-1900, derma- 
tologist, since 1902, roentgenologist, since 1905 ; also lecturer on skin dis- 
eases Homeopathic College at University of Michigan since 1903. Member 
Detroit Homeopathic Practitioners' Society (president, 1904-05) ; Michigan 
State Homeopathic Society, Southeastern Homeopathic Medical Society, 
National Society of Physical Therapeutics (vice president, 1905-07), presi- 
dent, 1907, American Roentgen Ray Society, College of Physicians and 
Surgeons of Ontario, Ohio State Homeopathic Medical Society. Uni- 
tarian. Secretary-treasurer board of trustees Boys' Home and d* Ar- 
cambal Association. Member Oriental Lodge F. & A. M. Club : Myco- 
logical. Office : 623 Stevens Bldg. Residence : 23 Pingree Av. 

STEVENS, Stanley G.; born, Chicago, 1875; son of Enoch B. and 
Elizabeth (Larminie) Stevens; educated in public schools and col- 
legiate institute, North Carolina; married, Detroit, 1901, Florence O. 
Jackson. Began active career in service of the U. S. Weather Bureau, 
Wilmington, N. C, continuing two years ; came to Detroit, 1896, and 
associated with W. S. Rathbone in business; became partner, 1903, and 
is secretary W. S. Rathbone Land Co., Ltd., and member firm of Rath- 
bone & Stevens. Also director Northern Assurance Co., Detroit. Re- 
publican. Congregationalist. Office: 314 Mofifat Blk. Residence: 28 
Hendrie Av. 



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STEVENS, William P.; born, Detroit, Sept. 29, 1871 ; son of Wm. 
H. and Ellen (Petrick) Stevens; graduate Yale University, degree 
of A. B., 1893 ; unmarried. Became associated with his father in man- 
aging property interests of the latter, 1893, and since death of his father, 
in 1901, has acted as manager of the estate. Republican. Clubs: Uni- 
versity, Detroit Boat, Country, Old Club. Office: 615 Stevens Bldg. 
Residence : 1075 Woodward Av. 

STEVENSON, Elliott Grasette, lawyer; born, Middlesex Co., Can., 
May 18, 1856; son of William and Mary (McMurray) Stevenson; re- 
moved to Port Huron, Mich., in early childhood; educated in public 
schools of Port Huron, and Academy at London, Ont. ; married at 
Port Huron, 1879, Emma A. Mitts. Studied law in office of O'Brien 
& Atkinson, Port Huron ; was admitted to practice, December, 1877, and 
became partner of firm of Atkinson & Stevenson, the firm becoming 
Stevenson & Phillips, 1885; removed to Detroit, 1887, and became 
member of firm of Dickinson, Thurber & Stevenson; practiced alone, 
1896-99; was then senior member of firm of Stevenson, Merriam, El- 
dredge & Butzel and since 1902 has been member of firm of Dickinson, 
Stevenson, Cullen, Warren & Butzel. Elected prosecuting attorney St. 
Clair Co., 1878, and re-elected, 1880; elected mayor of Port Huron, 1885; 
chairman State Democratic Central Committee, 1894-96; delegate to 
National Democratic Convention, Chicago, 1896, and supported Mr. 
Bryan. Member Detroit Bar Association, Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Mason, member Knights of Pythias, I. O. Foresters. Clubs: Detroit, 
Country, North Channel Fishing. Office : 606 Union Trust Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 34 Davenport St. 

STEWART, Albert Edwin; born, Harsen's Island, Mich., Sept. 23, 
1847; son of Garrett G. and Charlotte (Kendrick) Stewart; educated 
in public schools; married at Detroit, June 19, 1884, Minnie E. Tietsort. 
Born and reared on a farm; served in 22d Michigan Volunteers, in 
Civil War, two years, 1864-65; worked on the docks at Saginaw, Mich., 
1866, and was employed as clerk in country store, St. Clair Co., 1867-68; 
wheelsman on lake tug on Detroit and St. Clair rivers, became first mate 
of the vessel and vessel master, 1876-92 ; assisted in organization of the 
Stewart Transportation Co., 1892, of which has since been vice president 
and general manager. Member state legislature, 1897-99; supervisor of 
properties for Board of Education, Detroit, since May i, 1907. Repub- 
lican. Scottish Rite Mason, Knight Templar, Shriner. Member Detroit 
Post, G. A. R., Board of Commerce. Office : Board of Education. Ad- 
dress : 93 Garfield Av. 

STEWART, Robert Stuart, consulting electrical engineer ; born, De- 
troit, Sept. 10, 1869; son of Morse and Isabella G. B. (Duffield) Stewart; 
public and high school education, Detroit; A. B., Princeton Univ., 1891, 
E. E. and M. A., 1894; unmarried. Assistant engineer Public Lighting 
Commission, Detroit, 1894-97; was with Westinghouse Electric and 
Manufacturing Co.. Pittsburgh, 1897-1901 ; with the British Westing- 



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house Electrical and Manufacturing Co., Manchester, Eng., 1901-04; 
consulting electrical engineer at Detroit, since 1904. Democrat. Presby- 
terian. Member American Institute of Electrical Engineers. Club: 
Detroit Boat. Office: 814 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 440 Jefferson Av. 

STIMSON, Edward I.; born, Detroit, Jan. 17, 1859; son of Benjamin 
G. and Cordelia (Ives) Stimson; educated in public schools of Detroit; 
Patterson's School, Detroit; Law Department, University of Michigan, 
graduating, degree of LL. B., 1879; married at Detroit, Jan. 4, 1880, 
Fannie L. Noble. In practice of law, at Detroit, 1882-84; in real estate 
business since 1884. Republican. Episcopalian. Member Masonic order, 
Knights Templar, Shrine. Office: 214 Moffat Blk. Residence: 603 
Woodward Av. 

STOCKING, William, journalist; born, Waterbury, Conn,, Dec. 
II, 1840; son of John M. and Emeline (Newell) Stocking; educated in 
public schools of Waterbury, to June, 1857; Williston Seminary, East- 
hampton, Mass., 1860-61; Yale Coll., 1861-65, B. A., 1865, M. A., 1868; 
married at Hartford, Conn., May 19, 1869, Elizabeth Lyman. Began 
active career as clerk in hat store, continuing, 1854-55 ; assistant teller 
Waterbury Bank, 1857-60; city editor Evening Press and Morning 
Courant, Hartford, 1865-67; managing editor, Washington Correspond- 
ent or special writer Detroit Daily Post and its successors, 1867-84; 
in real estate and building, 1884-87; special newspaper writer and 
in miscellaneous literary work, 1887-1903 ; literary and committee sec- 
retary Detroit Board of Commerce since 1903. Served as private in Co. 
F, 60th Mass. Vols., July 24-Nov. 30, 1864. Republican. Congrega- 
tionalist. Recreations: Gardening, the theater, aquatic sports. Author 
of History of the first Republican Convention "Under the Oaks," pub- 
lished on its 25th Anniversary, July 24, 1879, and re-written in enlarged 
form for 50th Anniversary, July 24, 1904; several chapters in life of 
Zachariah Chandler, 1879; History of the Republican Party, 2 vols., 
1900; collaborated with Emory Wendell, in History of Banks and 
Banking in Michigan, 2 vols., 1902; History of Courts in Wayne Co., 
1903; International Commerce of North America and several taxation 
and manufacturers' reports for Detroit Board of Commerce; articles on 
Detroit for Encyclopedia Brittanica and the New Standard Cyclopedia; 
numerous articles about Detroit for other publications. Office : Board 
of Commerce. Residence : 220 E. Grand Blvd. 

STOEPEL, Frederick C, president Burnham, Stoepel & Co., whole- 
sale dry goods; born. Saxony, Germany, June 3, 1846; son of William 
and Catherine (Koehler) Stoepel; came to America, 1852; educated in 
public schools of Michigan; married at Tecumseh, Mich., July 13, 1881, 
Anna R. Sutton. Has been a resident of Detroit since childhood; began 
active career in employ of Campbell & Linn, retail dry goods; was clerk 
for Allan, Sheldon & Co., wholesale dry goods; assisted in organizing 
firm of Burnham, Stoepel & Co., 1875, became vice president and 
treasurer, 1902, and has been president of the company (inc., 1902) since 



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decease of James K. Burnham, March, 1907. Director Old Detroit Na- 
tional Bank; vice president National Cutlery Co. Republican. Ap- 
pointed jury commissioner for Wayne Co., by Gov. Warner, 1905. Con- 
gregationalist. Clubs: Detroit, Country. Office: 19-37 Larned St., 
corner Bates. Residence : 830 Woodward Av. 

STOEPEL, Herman R.; born, Detroit, Dec. 23, 1859; son of William 
and Catherine (Koehler) Stoepel ; educated in public schools of Detroit; 
married at Detroit, 1887, Miss Jessie Van Court. Began active career 
as clerk in employ of W. S. Penfield, hardware; then went upon the 
road as traveling salesman for various hardware firms ; was sales- 
manager Michigan Malleable Iron Co., and became treasurer and gen- 
eral manger of the Gale Manufacturing Co., manufacturers of agricul- 
tural implements, Albion, Mich., 1887, continuing for seventeen years; 
returned to Detroit, 1904, to take charge of present business, which is 
conducted in his own name. Also director National Cutlery Co., Detroit. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Presbyterian. Member Masonic 
order. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 330-332 Lafayette Av. 
Residence : 1055 Jefferson Av. 

STOEPEL, William C; born, Saxony, Germany, Oct. 17, 1854; 
son of William and Catherine (Koehler) Stoepel ; came to America in 
infancy; educated in public schools of Detroit. Began in office of R. 
Hawley & Son, maltsters, and continued for seven years ; was secretary 
and treasurer of the Michigan Malleable Iron Co. from time of its 
organization until 1885 ; associated with A. C. McGraw & Co., 1885, 
the firm becoming the Michigan Shoe Co., 1895, when he was elected 
its secretary, and upon reorganization. May 18, 1898, was elected secre- 
tary and treasurer. Congregationalist. Office : 148 Jefferson Av. Resi- 
dence : 23 Selden Av. 

STONE, Ralph; born, Wilmington, Del., Nov. 20, 1868; son of 
George W. and Catherine C. (Graupner) Stone; educated in public 
schools of Wilmington; A. B., Swarthmore College, Pa., 1889; LL. B., 
Law Department, University of Michigan, 1892 ; married at Grand 
Rapids, Mich., June i, 1895, Mary G. Jeffords. Began practice of law 
in Grand Rapids as member of the firm of Cutcheon & Stone, 1892 ; acted 
as trust officer of the Michigan Trust Co., Grand Rapids, 1893-99; Pri- 
vate secretary and military secretary to Gov. H. S. Pingree, 1899-1900, 
with rank of major on staff of the governor ; came to Detroit as state 
bank examiner ; became identified with the Detroit Trust Co. as assistant 
secretary, 1901, and has been secretary of the company since 1903. 
Director and treasurer The Artcraft Lithographing Co. Republican. 
Unitarian. Member Michigan State Bar Association, Detroit Board of 
Commerce. Governor Michigan Society Mayflower Descendants; mem- 
ber Sons American Revolution. Clubs: Detroit, University, Detroit 
Boat, Detroit Golf. Recreations : Golf and tennis. Office : Penobscot 
Bldg. Residence: 141 W. Canfield Av. 



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STONEMAN, Lewis Augustus, lawyer; born, Indianapolis, Ind., 
Sept. 7, 1868; son of William H. and Sarah J. (Miller) Stoneman ; 
educated in public schools and Law Department, University of Mich- 
igan, graduating, LL, B., 1894; married, Detroit, Apr. 24, 1896, Genevieve 
V. Potter. Has practiced in Detroit since 1894. Member Michigan 
Legislature, 1897. Republican. Congregationalist. Member Detroit Bar 
Association, Michigan State Bar Association. Clubs : Detroit Boat, De- 
troit Golf. Office: 715 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 121 Hazelwood Av. 

STORMFELTZ, Harry A., real estate ; born, Washington, la., Apr. 
2, 1872; son of Henry and Flora Sarah (Cunningham) Stormfeltz ; edu- 
cated in public schools of Trenton and Princeton, Mo.; unmarried. 
Began active career in country printing office, Princeton, and later 
clerked one year in general merchandise store ; was with his father in 
lumber business at Mt. Ayr., la., 1893-94, and with brother-in-law in 
general merchandise business, 1895-97; manufactured cigars at Mt. Ayr, 
1898-1900; was next in real estate business for a short time in Chicago 
and was with real estate firm of Frisbie & Co., Cleveland, O., 1900-03; 
came to Detroit and was connected with W. W. Hannan until 1904, when 
the Gerard, Stromfeltz, Loveley Co., Buffalo, New York and Detroit, 
was organized, of which he is treasurer. Member Detroit Real Estate 
Board. Republican. Methodist. Member Masonic order. Knights of 
Pythias. Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : 76-78 Griswold St. Resi- 
dence: 210 Lafayette Av. 

STOTT, David, president Morehead Mfg. Co., Detroit Milling Co., 
secretary and treasurer Detroit Barrel Co. Office: Grand River and 
Warren Av. Residence: 135 Commonwealth Av. 

STRASBURG, Herman August; born, Detroit, Oct. 29, i860; son 
of Herman and Mathilde (Thick) Strasburg; educated in public schools, 
Detroit High School, graduating, 1876, and at Michigan Military Acad- 
emy; married at Detroit, June 24, 1885, Ida A. Pinet. Began active 
career in his father's dancing school ; at the age of 18 was in manage- 
ment of the school and at 23 became proprietor Strasburg School of 
Dancing, in which has since continued. Presbyterian. Mason, Knight 
Templar, Shriner. Club: Detroit Golf. Recreations: Golfing, sailing. 
Office: 56-58 Adams St., E. Residence: Plaza Apts. 

STRATTON, William B., architect; born at Ithaca, N. Y., 1865; 
son of David and Lucretia H. (Buck) Stratton ; graduate of Cornell 
University, degree of B. S. in Architecture, 1888; unmarried. Has been 
engaged as architect in Detroit since 1890; member firm of Stratton 
& Baldwin. Member American Institute of Architects, Detroit Board of 
Commerce. Member Michigan Naval Militia during Spanish-American 
War. Clubs: Detroit Boat, University. Office: 1 103 Union Trust Bldg. 
Residence : 165 Fort St., W. 

STRELINGER, Charles A., president Charles A. Strelinger Co., 
tools, supplies and machinery; born, Detroit, 1856; son of Julien and 



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Bertha (Schultz) Strelinger; educated in Detroit public schools; mar- 
ried at Detroit, 1884, Mary Penfield. Began active career in employ of 
Arthur Glover, hardware, 1870, later becoming connected with T. B. 
Ray! & Co. ; began in hardware business for himself, 1884, firm incor- 
porating, 1898, as the Charles A, Strelinger Co., of which he has been 
president and general manager from time of organization. Member 
Board of Commerce. Republican. Presbyterian. Clubs : Detroit, Boyl- 
ston. Office: Cor. Bates and Congress Sts. Residence: 312 John R St. 

STRENG, George R; born, Detroit, July 28, 1863; son of Jacob 
and Christina (Neubert) Streng; educated in German-English school, 
Detroit; married at Plymouth, Mich., 1886, Miss Emma Fischer. Learned 
trade of machinist, which he followed, 1881-94; began in manufacture, 
1894, with brother, William J. Streng, under title of the Pioneer Manu- 
facturing Co., incorporated, 1895, of which is secretary, treasurer and 
manager. Republican. Member German Evangelical Church. Office : 
1007-1013 Palmer Av. Residence: 1775 Grand Blvd., E. 

STRENG, William J.; born, Detroit, Aug. 7, 1868; son of Jacob 
and Christina (Neubert) Streng; educated at German-English school; 
married, 1890, Miss Mary Galster. Learned trade of upholstering and 
followed it in Detroit, 1885-90; has been secretary and treasurer of the 
Grand Upholstering and Furniture Co. since 1890; organized the Pioneer 
Manufacturing Co., with his brother, George F. Streng, 1894, and has 
since been president of the company; treasurer and manager Palmer 
Manufacturing Co., organized, 1902. Republican. Member German 
Evangelical Church. Member L O. O. F. Recreations: Automobiling 
and outdoor sports. Office: loi 5-1043 Palmer Av. Residence: 1771 E. 
Grand Blvd. 

STRINGER, Charles A., general agent State Mutual Life Assurance 
Co. of Massachusetts; born. Nankin, Mich., July 2.^, 1852; son of Joseph 
and Margaret (Sinclair) Stringer; graduate State Normal School, 
Ypsilanti, Mich., 1874; married ist, at Hancock, Mich., June i, 1875, 
Elizabeth G. Nichols (died, Nov. 26, 1891) ; 2nd, at Hancock, Mich., Feb. 
15, 1893, Jennie B. Nichols. Taught school, 1874-75; engaged in gen- 
eral insurance business at Hancock as member of firm of Wright & 
Stringer, 1876-97; came to Detroit, 1898, and with brother has since 
conducted general agency of State Mutual Life Assurance Co. Repub- 
lican. Member M. E. Church. Member International Sunday School 
Committee three years and member executive committee and for sev- 
eral years vice president Michigan State Sunday School Association ; 
was president and member executive committee state Y. M. C. A. ; 
leader Business Men's Class. Club : Saturday Night. Recreation : 
Automobiling. Office: 614-618 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 326 Put- 
nam Av. 

STRINGER, Edwin S., life insurance ; born, Redford, Mich., Apr. i, 
1867; son of Joseph and Margaret (Sinclair) Stringer; educated in 
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at Lake Linden, Mich., June 9, 1891, Jessie C. Gilles. Began active 
career as solicitor Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Co. of Mil- 
waukee, 1889, continuing at Lake Linden and Calumet, Mich., until 
1898; was head of fire insurance agency, Fredericks, Stringer & Harris, 
Hancock, Mich., representing twenty-eight companies, 1897-98; came to 
Detroit, 1898, and with brother has since had charge of general agency 
of the State Mutual Life Insurance Co. of Massachusetts. Independent 
in politics. Congregationalist ; deacon Brewster Congregational Church ; 
teacher Young Men's Class (Sunday School). Recreation: Automo- 
biling. Ofifi.ce : 614 Majestic Bldg. Residence : 408 Lincoln Av. 

STUART, Reed, clergyman; pastor First Congregational Uni- 
tarian Church. Office : Woodward Av. and Edmund Place. Residence : 
76 Stimson Place. 

STUART, William Charles, lawyer; born, Aberdeen, Scotland, 
Apr. 21, 1871 ; son of John and Margaret (Callam) Stuart; educated in 
public and high schools in Detroit College of Law, graduating, LL. B., 
1893; married, June 29, 1905, Mary Elizabeth Malone. Began practice 
of law in office of Prof. Floyd R. Mecham and later practiced with 
John D. Conely ; at Detroit alone since 1903. Republican. Presbyterian. 
Member Sons of Scotland. Recreations: Athletic sports. Office: 408 
Mofifat Bldg. Residence: 522 Brooklyn Av. 

STUDER, Adolph G., physician, general secretary Y. M. C. A.; 
born, Montreal, P. Q., Aug. 18, 1868; son of William S. and Margaret 
(Von Weinnmann) Studer; educated in public, high and normal schools, 
Montreal, and at McGill University ; came to Detroit, and was student 
in Detroit College two years; M. D., Detroit Homeopathic College, 1894; 
married at Detroit, July 6, 1893, Fannie M. Buick. For many years 
has taken an active interest in Y. M. C. A. work and has been general 
secretary Detroit, since 1902. Republican. Presbyterian. Member De- 
troit and Michigan State Homeopathic societies, Alumni Association 
Detroit Homeopathic College, Mason, Knight Templar (Damascus 
Commandery). Club: Detroit Boat. Recreation: Boating. Office: 
Y. M. C. A. Bldg. Residence: no Charlotte Av. 

STURGEON, William A., diamond merchant and jeweler; born, 
Detroit, Jan. 31, 1864; son of William and Louise (Loomis) Sturgeon; 
educated in Detroit public and high schools; married at Detroit, Nov. 19, 

1891, Emma Butler Frisbie. Began active career as salesman for M. S. 
Smith & Co., jewelers, 1878; entered the diamond and jewelry business 
for himself, 1891, and has been president of W. A. Sturgeon & Co., since 

1892. Clubs: Detroit, Automobile. Recreation: Automobiling. Office: 
237-241 Woodward Av. Residence: 38 Forest Av., E. 

SULLIVAN, James, banker; born, Detroit, Oct. 8, 1853; son of 
Timothy and Mary (Minahan) Sullivan ; educated in Detroit public 
schools; married at Detroit, Oct. 8, 1878, Kate Falvey. Reared on a 
farm; engaged at 17, with his brother, in shipping cattle to Eastern 



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markets and still continues in the business as member of firm of Sul- 
livan & Fleischman, which has been in existence since about 1885; began 
in meat packing business, 1885, under name of Sullivan & Messmore, 
firm becoming Sullivan Beef Co., 1895. Democrat. Catholic. Recrea- 
tions: Social diversions, fond of horses. Office: 256-258 Beecher Av. 
Residence : 683 Trumbull Av. 

SULLIVAN, John F., florist ; born, Avondale, Chester Co., Pa., Mar. 
22, i860; son of Cornelius and Julia (Gleason) Sullivan; educated in 
public schools of Avondale ; married at Oxford, Pa., 1883, Maggie Har- 
rington. Has been engaged as florist and rose grower since the begin- 
ning of his active career, 1877; came to Detroit from Avondale, 1886, 
and began in business on his own account ; operates fifteen greenhouses. 
Catholic. Member Knights of Columbus. Club : Detroit Florists', Fel- 
lowcraft. Ofiice: 214 Woodward Av. 

SUMNER, Edward Alleyne, manager American Radiator Co. ; born, 
Jackson, Mich., Oct. 26, 1874; son of Edward A. and Florence (Bing- 
ham) Sumner; educated in public schools and at Massachusetts Institute 
of Technology, member of class of 1897; married at Detroit, Oct. 26, 
1905, Ernestine D. Tappey. Came to Detroit, 1887; entered shops of 
American Radiator Co., manufacturers oi boilers and radiators, July, 
1896, and has been manager of the Detroit plant since 1902. Member 
Detroit Board of Commerce. Member Loyal Legion (by inheritance). 
Clubs : Detroit, University, Detroit Boat, Country, Detroit Racquet and 
Curling Club. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: Am, Radiator Co., 
Jos. Campau Av., between Arthur Av. and Gd. Trunk Ry. Residence : 
232 Seminole Av. 

SUTHERLAND, David Smart, railway official ; born, Detroit, Feb. 
13, 1849; son of James F. and Helen (Berie) Sutherland; educated at 
Bishop's Union School, Detroit, and Bryant & Stratton Business College; 
married, ist, at Detroit, Jan. 13, 1875, Isabella Hunter (died, Oct. 4, 
1896) ; 2nd, at Jackson, Mich., December, 1897, Isabella Black. Began 
active career as messenger boy Michigan Central R. R., Feb. i, 1864, 
and became successively car checker, yard master, trainmaster, and has 
been division superintendent at Detroit since Jan. i, 1881 (in continual 
service of M. C. R. R. nearly forty-four years). Republican as to politics ; 
Presbyterian in religious affiliation (elder Immanuel Presbyterian 
Church). Member Zion Lodge No. i, A. F. & A. M., Peninsular Chapter 
No. I, Detroit Commandery No. i. President Railroad Y. M. C. A. of 
West Detroit. Club : Detroit Transportation. Recreations : Actively 
interested in Y. M. C. A. work and other social gatherings. Office; 
Michigan Central Station. Residence: 218 i8th St. 

SWAN, Henry Harrison, jurist; born in Detroit, Mich., Oct. 2, 1840; 
son of Joseph G. and Mary C. (Ling) Swan; educated in public schools 
and 1858-61, University of Michigan (LL. D.) ; married at Detroit, Apr. 
30, 1873, Jennie E. Clark. Engaged in steamboating on San Joaquin 



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and Sacramento rivers, Cal., in earlier years; studied law and admitted 
to California bar, 1867; admitted to bar Supreme Court of Michigan, 
1869; appointed U. S. district attorney, at Detroit, 1870; practiced in 
partnership with A. B. Maynard, 1877-91 ; appointed by President Har- 
rison judge of U. S. district court for Eastern District of Michigan, 
Jan. 26, 1891, in which position still continues. Republican. Office: Fed- 
eral Bldg. Residence: 664 Woodward Av. 

SWART, James Harmon; born, Hofifmans, N. Y., Jan. 30, 1847; son 
of Aaron and Harriet (Wemple) Swart; educated in public schools of 
Schenectady, N. Y. Began active career as chief accountant of the 
Manney Reaper Co., Freeport, 111. ; was chief clerk and bookkeeper of 
the Redding House, Ness, Mich., 1871-73 ; became proprietor of the 
Inter Ocean Oyster House and Restaurant, Chicago, 1873, and in 1875 
associated with brother, William C, as Swart Brothers, proprietors of the 
Avenue House, Evanston, 111., proprietors of the Gait House, Sterling, 
111., 1880, of the Brunswick Hotel, Indianapolis, 1880-85, of the Clarendon 
Hotel, Zanesville, O., 1885-95, and of Hotel Cadillac, Detroit, since 1895. 
Director Welsh Motor Car Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce, 
B. P. O. E. Address: Hotel Cadillac. 

SWART, William Cornelius; born, Hofifmans, N. Y., Jan. 24, 1852; 
son of Aaron and Harriet (Wemple) Swart; educated in public schools 
of Schenectady; unmarried. Began active career as clerk of the Reading 
House, Niles, Mich., 1873, becoming manager of the house; associated 
with his brother, James H., as Swart Brothers, proprietors of the Avenue 
House, Evanston, 111., 1875-79, of the Gait House, Sterling, 111., 1880, 
Brunswick Hotel, Indianapolis, 1880-85, Clarendon Hotel, Zanesville, O., 
1885-95, Hotel Cadillac, Detroit, since 1895. Member Board of Com- 
merce, B. P. O. E. Address : Hotel Cadillac. 

SWEAT, Thacher Franklin, commercial agent Illinois Central R. 
R. ; born, Boston, Jan. 29, 1856; son of Thacher F. and Ellen C. (Bailey) 
Sweat; educated in public and high schools, Boston; married at Wheaton, 
111., April, 1882, Sidonia Spivak. Began active career upon graduating 
from Boston High School, in retail grocery business, in Boston ; went 
to Chicago, 1881, and entered service of Illinois Central R. R. Co. as 
clerk; appointed contracting agent, Chicago, 1886; special agent freight 
department, Chicago, 1892; became traveling freight agent in charge of 
Illinois, Indiana, Ohio and Michigan, 1894; has been commercial agent 
of the road in charge of Michigan and Canadian territory, headquarters 
in Detroit, since 1906. Secretary Riverdale (111.) Board of Education, 
commissioner Riverdale Park District, president Riverdale Improvement 
Association. Republican as to politics ; Universalist in religious views. 
Mason (32°), member Oriental Consistory, Medinah Temple Mystic 
Shrine. Clubs: New Illinois Athletic (Chicago), Transportation and 
Fellowcraft (Detroit). Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 215 Ma- 
jestic Bldg., Detroit. Residence: Riverdale, Chicago, 111. 



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SWIFT, Andrew J., civil engineer; born, Detroit, Aug. 5, 1870; 
son of George H. and Harriet A. (Liscomb) Swift; educated in schools 
of Flint and Detroit, receiving technical education through private tutor- 
age; married at Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., Sept. i, 1897, Mary Lynch. 
Engaged in private engineering, 1889-94; identified with U. S. Lake 
Survey, 1894-97; Birmingham (Ala.) Canal, 1897-98; with U. S. Board 
of Engineers, on deep waterways, 1898-1900; on U. S. Lake Survey, 
1900-03; with U. S. Steel Corporation, West Virginia, 1903-04; with 
U. S. Lake Survey since 1904. Member Detroit Engineering Society. 
Mason. Office: 33 Campau Bldg. Residence: 616 Trumbull Av. 

SWIFT, Charles M., lawyer; born, Middlebury, Vt., Mar. 19, 1854; 
son of George Sedgewick and Louise (May) Swift; educated in public 
schools and Detroit High School, graduating from the latter, 1870; mar- 
ried at Detroit, Oct. 14, 1886, Clara B. Trowbridge. Began active career 
as court stenographer, continuing, 1872-77; studied law, was admitted 
to the bar and practiced until about 1890 ; engaged since 1890 in building 
and operating electric railways. Builder Wyandotte and Detroit River 
Railway, The Rapid Railway, Detroit and Port Huron Shore Line Rail- 
way ; built and is president and director, Philippine Railway Co. (steam 
line), Manila Electric Street Railway and Lighting Co., Manila Suburban 
Railways Co. ; president and director, Nepigon Mining Lands Co. ; di- 
rector Philippine Construction Co., Detroit Twist Drill Co. Independent 
Republican. Clubs: Detroit, Yondotega, Detroit Racquet and Curling, 
Witenagemote, Old Club. Recreations : Golf and bridge. Office : Ford 
Bldg., Detroit. Residence : Grosse Pointe, Mich. 

SWIFT, Ernest Gardner, pharmaceutical chemist, secretary and gen- 
eral manager Parke, Davis & Co. ; born, Rawdon, Que., Can., Feb. 14, 
1861 ; son of Thomas and Alice (Sadler) Swift; educated in public and 
private schools; graduate in pharmacy, Montreal College, 1882; mar- 
ried at Detroit, July, 1887, Alice Catharine Cope. Began active career 
at age of 15 in employ of Lyman Sons & Co., jobbers, Montreal, con- 
tinuing four years; entered employ of Parke, Davis & Co., manufac- 
turing chemists, after graduating from college, 1883 ; was in charge of 
Canada business of the company, 1891-1903; secretary and general man- 
ager of the company since 1903. Publisher Bulletin of Pharmacy, and 
of Therapeutic Gazette. For three years mayor of Walkerville, Ont. ; 
formerly captain 21st Essex Fusiliers, Can. Republican. Presbyterian. 
Clubs : Detroit, Country, Old Club. Recreations : Hunting, fishing, golf. 
Office : Foot of Jos. Campau and McDougall Avs. Residence : 760 Jefifer- 
son Av. 

TABOR, Nelson A., secretary-treasurer The Central Drug Co. ; born, 
Burlington, Wis., Nov. 3, 1867; educated Grand Rapids, Mich.; unmar- 
ried. Came to Detroit from Grand Rapids, Mich., 1887; was connected 
for fifteen years with Frederick Stearns & Co., manufacturing chemists, 
in charge of the general offices of the company; identified with The 



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Central Drug Co. since 1900, retail druggists, operating four stores in 
Detroit, one in Chicago and three in Grand Rapids. Member Masonic 
order. Club: Fellowcraft. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 187 
Woodward Av. Residence: 28 Tuxedo Av. 

TAEPKE, Albert, vice president The Boydell Bros. White Lead 
and Color Co., manufacturers of paints and jobbers of window glass 
and painters' supplies; born, Germany, Dec. 9, 1861 ; son of Charles and 
Jennie Taepke; came to Detroit with parents, 1865; educated in public 
schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, Oct. 2, 1883, Miss Rosie Pfeifer. 
Began as a boy, in 1876, with the Boydell Bros, and passed through 
various positions from the bottom up until 1891, when he was admitted 
to the firm, of which he is vice president and director. Was member 
Detroit Board of Estimates for six years. Republican. Lutheran. Mem- 
ber Masonic order. Recreation : Reading. Office : 40-52 Champlain St. 
Residence : 775 W. Grand Blvd. 

TAFFT, Adelbert A. ; born, Plymouth, Mich., Apr. 16, 1853 ; son of 
Hiram and Elizabeth (Knickerbocker) Tafft; graduate Plymouth High 
School; married at Plymouth, Apr. 15, 1880, Ida M. Kellogg. Began 
active career as clerk in general merchandise store of Baker & Crosby, 
Plymouth, 1875, the firm successively, becoming C. B. Crosby, C. B. 
Crosby & Co. and finally A. A. Taflft, continuing until 1900; came to 
Detroit, 1901, associated with D. E. Kellogg and assisted in organizing 
wholesale millinery firm of D. E. Kellogg & Co. Republican. Pres- 
byterian, Member Masonic order, K. O. T. M. Office: 170 Jefferson 
Av., Detroit, Residence: Plymouth, Mich. 

TANNAHILL, Robert Blyth; born, Detroit, July 27, 1863; son of 
James and Julia (Eraser) Tannahill; educated in public schools of De- 
troit; married at Detroit, 1892, Elizabeth Hudson, Began business 
career, 1887, in employ of C, R. Mabley, clothing; became identified 
with department store of J. L. Hudson, 1889, and since its incorpora- 
tion, in 1900, has been vice president. Director Knock Down Manu- 
facturing Co. Treasurer Detroit Y. M. C. A. Formerly member of 
Michigan National Guard. Republican, Episcopalian, Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce, Mason, Club : Fellowcraft. Recreations : Ath- 
letics and fishing. Office : The J. L, Hudson Co. Residence : 443 Wood- 
ward Av. 

TANNAR, Charles Jehiel, clergyman ; born, Ashland Co., O., Dec. 
7, 1856; son of Darius and Mary M. (Sadler) Tannar; graduate Bethany 
College, Bethany, W. Va., receiving first honors in theological depart- 
ment; married at Sullivan, O., Dec. 25, 1879, Nettie Helen Drake. 
Ordained minister Christian Church ; pastor Walnut Hills Christian 
Church, Cincinnati, Central Christian Church, Akron, O., 1893-1900, 
Portland Av. Church, Minneapolis, Minn., 1900-03, Central Av. Christian 
Church, Detroit, since 1903. Office: 115 Selden Av, 



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TAPPEY, Ernest T., surgeon; born, Petersburg, Va., Mar. 30, 1853; 
son of Leopold C. and Ann (Parrish) Tappey; attended public schools 
of New York City; B. A., University of Michigan, 1873, M. A., 1876; 
M. D., College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York City, 1879; studied 
in Berlin and Vienna, 1879-80; married, 1880, Pamela W. Waterman 
(now deceased) ; again, at Detroit, 1891, Sally H. Lightner. Has prac- 
ticed in Detroit since 1880. Member Wayne Co. and Michigan State 
Medical societies, American Medical Association, American Academy of 
Medicine. Secretary Universal Button Co. ; director National Bank of 
Commerce. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs: Detroit, Uni- 
versity, Country. Office : 270 Woodward Av. Residence : 33 Adams Av. 

TARSNEY, Timothy E., lawyer; born, Hillsdale Co., Mich., Feb. 
4, 1849; son of Timothy and Mary (Murray) Tarsney; educated in dis- 
trict school, Hillsdale Co., Hudson (Mich.) High School, Law Depart- 
ment, University of Michigan, graduating, LL. B., 1872; married at 
Ann Arbor, Mich., Oct. i, 1873, Catherine O'Brien. In general practice 
of law at Saginaw, Mich., 1873-93 5 was city attorney of Saginaw, 1874-78, 
and represented 8th district in Congress, 1885-89; removed to Detroit, 
1893, and continued in practice; member firm of Tarsney & Fitzpatrick 
since 1898; corporation counsel City of Detroit since 1900. Member 
Detroit Bar Association, Michigan State Bar Association. Democrat. 
Catholic. Member Knights of Columbus, Knights of Equity, B. P. O. E. 
Office: 404 Whitney Bldg. Residence: 36 Bethune Av. 

TASKER, William K., superintendent telegraph and chief clerk 
to general superintendent Pere Marquette R. R. ; born, Milwaukee, Wis., 
Nov. 17, 1866; son of David and Jennet (Haggart) Tasker; educated in 
public schools of Saginaw, Mich.; married at Clare, Mich., Feb. 17, 
1892, Winifred M. Merrill. Began railway career as messenger at 
Saginaw, at age of 15, in employ of the Flint & Pere Marquette R. R., 
now the Pere Marquette Rd. ; served consecutively as night operator, 
day operator, ticket agent, relief agent and train dispatcher until 1903; 
was chief train dispatcher, 1903-05 ; superintendent of telegraph and chief 
clerk to general superintendent, same road, since 1905. Mason, Knight 
Templar ; member Maccabees. Club: Transportation. Recreation : Read- 
ing. Office: Fort St. Depot. Residence: 95 N. Grand Blvd., W. 

TAYLOR, De Witt H., lawyer; born, Detroit, Aug. 12, 1848; son of 
Elisha and Aurelia H. (Penfield) Taylor; educated in Detroit public 
schools and University of Michigan, LL. B., 1870; married at Detroit, 
Nov. 5, 1894, Alice Andrus. Engaged in retail hardware business as 
member of firm of Coulson, Fisher & Stoddard, 1870-73. Secretary and 
director Detroit Steel Cooperage Co. ; director Detroit Lubricator Co. 
Republican ; treasurer Detroit Republican City Committee for six years ; 
member for nine years and president for one year, of Board of Esti- 
mates, Detroit. Presbyterian. Member Wayne County Bar Association, 
Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs : Detroit, Country, Old Club. Rec- 
reation : Golf. Office: 920 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 25 Alfred St. 



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TAYLOR, Frank Dwight, dry goods and furnishings ; born, Dryden, 
Mich., June ii, 1842; son of Nathaniel T. and Laura N. (Winchell) 
Taylor; educated in public schools of Detroit; married, ist, at Detroit, 
Feb. 21, 1866, Phebe E. Shourds (now deceased) ; 2nd, at Detroit, May 
27, 1890, Eleonora H. Snover. Began active career as bookkeeper with 
Farrell & Bro., dry goods, Apr. 5, i860, the firm being succeeded, 1867, 
by Newcomb, Endicott & Co., with which he continued until 1880; asso- 
ciated with Mr. J. B. Woolfenden and organized dry goods firm of 
Taylor, Woolfenden & Co., 1880, later incorporating as The Taylor-Wool- 
fenden Co., of which is first vice president. Also director The Stand- 
ard Shale Brick Co., and of The Franklin Press. President Society for 
Prevention of Cruelty to Children. Republican. Congregationalist. Mem- 
ber Archaeological Society, Pioneer Society, Sons of American Revolu- 
tion. Recreation: Country home at Orchard Lake, Mich. Office: 165- 
169 Woodward Av. Residence : 105 Watson St. 

TAYLOR, Hedley Vicars; born, Kingston, Can., Dec. 12, 1859; son 
of John B. and Jane (Higginson) Taylor; educated in Dr. Tassies School, 
Gait, Can., and Trinity College, Port Hope, Can. ; married at London, 
Ont, Oct. 15, 1886, Annie L. Hunt. Began active career in employ 
of Edward Adams & Co., London, Can., 1882; located in Windsor, Ont., 
and for five years was partner in firm of Smyth & Taylor, wholesale 
grocers; came to Detroit and was identified with Moran-Fitzsimmons 
Co. until 1899, when associated with Mr. McLeish and organized firm of 
Taylor, McLeish & Co. Episcopalian. Member Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Mason. Club: Detroit Boat. Office: 98 Jefferson Av. Resi- 
dence: 197 Parker Av. 

TAYLOR, John, printing; born at Fitzroy, Ont., Can.; educated 
in public schools; came to Detroit in infancy; learned printer's trade; 
president Raynor & Taylor, printers, established, 1876. Charter member 
Detroit Board of Commerce. Mason (32°), Knight Templar, Shriner. 
Clubs: Fellowcraft, Detroit Boat. Recreation: Fishing. Office: 96-110 
Bates St. Residence: 75 Ash St. 

TAYLOR, John H., manager Detroit branch Keystone Type Foun- 
dry; born, Wright Township, Ottawa Co., Mich., May 13, 1863; son of 
Abisha S. and Julia Ann (Ferguson) Taylor; educated in country schools 
of Van Buren Co., Mich. ; married at Grand Rapids, Mich., April, 1899, 
Lora A. Chapman. Lived on farm until 1880; worked at printing trade, 
1880-94; was traveling salesman, 1 894-1 905 ; has been manager Detroit 
branch of the Keystone Foundry since May, 1905. Member board of 
directors Richmond-Jarvis Auto Co., Grand Rapids. Served nine years 
in Co. B, 2nd Regiment, Michigan National Guard, retiring with rank of 
captain. Member Doric Lodge No. 342, A. F. & A. M., of Grand Rapids, 
Grand Rapids Chapter No. 7, Grand Rapids, Monroe Council No. i, 
Detroit, Valley City Lodge No. 124, Knights of Pythias, Grand Rapids, 
Kaaba Temple No. 69, D. O. K. K., Grand Rapids, Daisy Lodge No. 48, 
B. P. O. E., Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids Council No. 131, United 



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Commercial Travelers. Recreations : Fishing and hunting. Office : 43 
Earned St., W. Residence : 37 Haigh Av. 

TAYLOR, THORNTON A.; born, Prince Edward Co., Ont., Can., 
July 5, 1867; son of Albro and Lucy (Cole) Taylor; educated in public 
schools of Canada and at Ontario Business College, Belleville, Ont. ; mar- 
ried at Detroit, 1896, Miss Lavilla Wildman. Lived on farm in Canada 
until 1888, when he located in Detroit; was connected for thirteen. years 
with the Detroit Screw Co. ; was one of the organizers of the Peninsular 
Milled Screw Co., 1902, of which has since been secretary and treas- 
urer. Republican. Mason, Knight Templar, Shriner. Recreations: 
Hunting, automobiling and boating. Office: 751 Bellevue Av. Resi- 
dence : 356 Penn. Av. 

TELFER, Edward; born, Whitby, Ont., Can., June 13, 1850; son 
of James and Marian (Williamson) Telfer; educated in public schools of 
Ontario. Came to Detroit from Canada, 1869, and entered wholesale 
grocery house of Walter J. Gould & Co. ; removed to Grand Rapids, 
Mich., 1885, and organized the Telfer Spice Co. ; returned to Detroit, 
1892, and became partner of Walter J. Gould & Co.; withdrew, 1898, 
and in 1899 established the Telfer Cofifee Co. Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Republican. Presbyterian. Mason. Clubs: Detroit 
Golf, Fellowcraft, Detroit Curling (president, 1906). Recreations: Curl- 
ing, golf. Office: 84-86 I St St. Residence: 488 24th St. 

THEISEN, John J.; born, Detroit, Apr. 17, 1880; son of Peter and 
Mary A. (Bleser) Theisen ; educated in parochial schools, St. Joseph's 
Commercial College and Detroit Business University ; married at Detroit, 

1904, Clara L. Reeber. Began active career as messenger United States 
Savings Bank, advancing to position of head bookkeeper, which he oc- 
cupied for ten years, 1896-1906; has since been secretary and treasurer 
of The M. J. Theisen Trunk Co. Catholic. Recreations : Music and 
boating. Office: 980-992 Scotten Av. Residence: 105 Church St. 

THEISEN, Michael J,, lumber; born, Detroit, July i, 1872; son of 
Peter and Mary A. (Bleser) Theisen; educated in parochial schools 
and Detroit Business College ; married at Detroit, 1897, Ida C. Lehr. 
Began business career as office boy in employ of C. W. Restrick, lumber 
merchant, 1887, and became general manager of the company; severed 
connection with the company, 1900, and organized with F. W. May, the 
F. W. May Lumber Co. ; bought out partner and has since operated 
alone as M. J. Theisen; also. bought out the old West Side Lumber Co., 
and formed the Central Lumber Co., of which was president until June 
I, 1907, when he became owner; founded The M. J. Theisen Co., April, 

1905, of which is president. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Catholic. Recreation: Automobiling. Office: i8th and Rose Sts. Resi- 
dence: 145 Lever ett St. 

THOMAS, Claudius W., president Roe Stephens Manufacturing 
Co.; born, Detroit, Oct. 2, 1845; son of Raphael Thomas and Mary Ann 



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(Meyrick) Thomas; educated in public schools of Detroit; married at 
Detroit, Aug. 15, 1888, Alice Hanaford. Served in Civil War as private 
in Ninth Michigan Volunteer Infantry; in general store business at 
Grand Island, Neb., 1868-79; in grain and banking business in Nebraska, 
1880-91 ; came to Detroit, July, 1891. President Roe Stephens Manufac- 
turing Co., Detroit, manufacturers of valves and fire hydrants, and also 
president Scott Valve Co., Chicago ; director First National Bank, Grand 
Island, Neb. Republican as to politics; Episcopalian in religious affilia- 
tion. Office : Roe Stephens Mfg. Co. Address : 620 2nd Av. 

THOMAS, David E., president National Casualty Co.; born, Cam- 
bridge, Mich., June 4, 1853; son of David W. and Selina (Dickenson) 
Thomas; educated in common and high schools, Saginaw, Mich., and 
Adrian (Mich.) College; married at Bay City, Mich., May 11, 1888, Mrs. 
Maria A. Van Dusen (nee Empey). Lived on farm and taught school 
six years until 25 ; was connected with grocery store at Alpena, Mich., 
for three years, and engaged in grocery business for self two years; 
traveled for flour house until 1891, when he began soliciting for casualty 
insurance; organized the National Protective Society, Bay City, 1894, 
and became its president and has continued in same position since reor- 
ganization as National Casualty Co., 1904. Member Detroit Board of 
Commerce. Democrat. Episcopalian. Member Masonic order (32°), 
Shriner. Clubs: Detroit, Fellowcraft, Detroit Yacht, Detroit Golf, De- 
troit Automobile, Rushmere (St. Clair Flats). Recreations: Fishing and 
horseback riding. Office: 4th floor Majestic Bldg. Residence: 698 
Cass Av. 

THOMPSON, Edwin L., lumber; born, Crawford Co., Pa., Jan. 17, 
1845 ; son of James E. and Joan (Treadway) Thompson ; educated in 
public schools and Meadville (Pa.) Academy; married at Lapeer, Mich., 
November, 1868, Julia M. Piper. Began business career by founding 
lumber firm of Thompson, Rich & Co., Lapeer, Mich., 1866; organized 
firm of Piper & Thompson, 1875 ; founded Delta Lumber Co. of Michigan 
and town of Thompson, Mich., 1880; president Brunswick Lumber Co., 
Brunswick, Ga., 1882-86; removed to Detroit, 1881 ; organized Thomp- 
son Navigation Co., 1883; formed the Detroit Lumber Co., of which is 
now president, 1899; organized Addison Apartments Co., 1905, and 
erected Addison Family Hotel, Woodward and Charlotte Avs., Detroit. 
Member Board of Commerce. Republican. Presbyterian. Recreation : 
Horseback riding. Office: 4 Chene St., Detroit. Residence: Walker- 
ville, Ont. 

THOMPSON, Frank A., manufacturing chemist; born, Pittsfield, 
Mich., Apr. 8, 1863; son of John W. and Zoraida A. (Torrey) Thompson; 
educated in Ann Arbor (Mich.) High School, and University of Mich- 
igan, graduating, degree of Ph. C, 1881 ; married at Hamilton, Ont., 1892, 
Miss Mary H. Campbell. Was connected with the Goodyear Drug Co., 
Ann Arbor, 1881-83; came to Detroit, 1883, and was identified as chemist 
with Parke, Davis & Co. for fourteen years ; organized firm of F. A. 



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Thompson & Co., 1897, incorporated, Mar. 28, 1898, of which is treasurer 
and manager. Member Michigan State Pharmaceutical Association, De- 
troit Board of Commerce. Republican. Presbyterian. Mason. Recrea- 
tions: Tennis and baseball. Office: 502 Twombly Av. Residence : 1015 
Brush St. 

THOMPSON, James Wilfred, state agent Travelers' Insurance Co. ; 
born, Dansville, N. Y., May 2, 1847; son of Charles Albert and Maria 
(Peck) Thompson; educated in public schools of Kalamazoo, Mich.; 
married at Grand Rapids, Mich., Oct. 5, 1886, Cora Calkins. Began 
active career as clerk in book store, Kalamazoo, Mich.; then v^^as clerk 
in quartermaster's department. Army of the Cumberland, at Nashville, 
Tenn., 1864-65 ; returned to Kalamazoo and engaged in merchant tailor- 
ing for three years, after which he became identified with general insur- 
ance; became state agent Travelers' Life Insurance Co., 1872, and has 
conducted agency since 1897 under firm name of J. W. Thompson & Son. 
Also president Walter, Cobb & Fisher Co., Kalamazoo, and of the Hills- 
dale Gas Company ; vice president Detroit Stoker and Foundry Co., Cold- 
water (Mich.) Gas and Fuel Co., Mac Sim Bar Paper Co., Pilling Air 
Engine Co., Detroit Hoist and Machine Co. ; director Monroe Gas Light 
and Fuel Co., Otsego Coated Paper Co., Kalamazoo National Bank, 
Kalamazao Gas Co., King Paper Co., Kalamazoo, Michigan Fire and 
Marine Insurance Co., Detroit; treasurer J. C. Hearkner Jewelry Co., 
Grand Rapids. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. 
Episcopalian. Member Sons of American Revolution. Clubs : Detroit, 
Detroit Boat, Detroit Golf. Recreation : Automobiling. Office : 610 
Chamber of Commerce. Residence : 90 Putnam Av. 

THOMPSON, John H., general agent for Eastern Michigan, of 
Connecticut Life Insurance Co., of Hartford, Conn. ; born, Pella, la., Feb. 
20, 1873 ; son of Abraham and Anna ( Westfall) Thompson ; educated at 
Rutgers Preparatory School, New Brunswick, N. J., Rutgers College, 
graduating, degree of A. B., 1894; post-graduate work at Columbia Uni- 
versity, 1895-96; married at Burlington, Vt., Oct. 13, 1897, Katharine 
E. Stone. Began active career as agent of the Connecticut Mutual Life 
Insurance Co. at New York City, 1897, and has continued with the com- 
pany as follows: In New York City until 1901 ; general agent at New 
Haven, Conn., 1901-04; agent at Detroit, 1904-07; general agent for 
Eastern Michigan, since April, 1907. Republican. Congregationalist. 
Member Delta Upsilon, Megantic Fish and Game Corporation, Portland, 
Me. Clubs: University (Detroit); Graduates (New Haven). Recrea- 
tion: Fishing. Office: 515-516 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 161 
Parker Av. 

THOMPSON, William Barium, mayor of Detroit; born, Detroit, 
Mar. 10, i860; son of Thomas Thompson and Bridget (Barium) Thomp- 
son ; educated in public schools and business college ; married at Detroit, 
Apr. 26, 1887, Miss Nellie Hymes. While attending school, began to work 
for his uncle, Thomas Barium, who had a meat stall in Central Market ; 



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started on his own account in meats and provisions, 1882, later admitting 
his brother to partnership as Thompson & Bro., wholesale and retail 
dealers in fresh and salt meats ; organized Cadillac Square Improve- 
ment Co., 1900, of which is secretary and treasurer. Democrat. Alder- 
man 8th ward six years ; city treasurer nine years ; elected mayor, 
November, 1906, term extending from January, 1907, to January, 1909. 
Catholic. Member B. P. O. E., K. O. T. M., Knights of Columbus, 
Board of Commerce. Clubs : Harmonic, Detroit Athletic, Reporters' 
Yacht, Detroit Bowling. Recreations: Yachting and bowling. Office: 
City Hall. Residence: 727 Trumbull Av. 

THOMSON, Albert R.; born, London, Ont., Sept. 3, 1872; son of 
Frederick St. George and Katherine A. (Gauld) Thomson; educated in 
public and high schools, Canada; married at Detroit, Oct. 8, 1901, Ethel 
M. Farrell. Came to Detroit, 1890, and entered employ of Massachusetts 
Mutual Life Insurance Co. ; continued in various capacities in the office 
until 1895, when he began solicitation of insurance; became connected 
with Mutual Benefit Life Insurance Co. in 1900, and since April, 1904, has 
been partner Utter & Thompson, general agents New England Mutual 
Life Insurance Co. Member Detroit Life Underwriters' Association. 
Episcopalian. Mason. Clubs: Detroit Boat and Detroit Boat Club 
Yachtsman. Recreations : Tennis, baseball, etc. Office : 203 Telegraph 
Bldg. Residence: iii Theodore St. 

THOMSON, Frederick C, assistant treasurer and assistant man- 
ager Michigan Sprocket Chain Co. ; born, London, Ont., Can., Sept. 12, 
1870; son of Frederick and Catherine (Gauld) Thomson; educated in 
public schools of London ; married at London, Nov. 3, 1897, Miss Frances 
Giddens. Came to Detroit, 1892, and entered employ of Farrand, Wil- 
liams & Clark, wholesale drugs ; then became connected with the De- 
troit Sprocket Chain Co. as cashier for three years and was with the 
Detroit Automatic Stoker Co., as secretary and treasurer about four 
years; has been identified with the Michigan Sprocket Chain Co. since 
1903 and has been assistant treasurer and assistant manager of the com- 
pany since 1904. Republican. Episcopalian. Recreations: Baseball, 
theater, reading. Office: 2070 Jefferson Av., W. Residence: 125 
Harper Av. 

THORBURN, James Thomas, president William H. Elliott Co., de- 
partment store; born, Windsor, Can., July 18, 1864; son of John and 
Sarah (Hambelton) Thorburn; educated in public schools of Windsor; 
married at Colchester, Can., July 7, 1891, Margaret Craig (now de- 
ceased). Began active career as a clerk with firm of Black & Cheyne, 
retail dry goods, Windsor, 1878; became clerk with William H. Elliott, 
1882, office manager, 1883, general manager, 1895, and after death of Mr. 
Elliott in 1901, the firm was incorporated as William H. Elliott Co., of 
which he has been president from time of incorporation. Republican. 
Presbyterian. Recreations: Outdoor life, golf. Office: 207-211 Wood- 
ward Av. Residence: 813 2nd Av. 



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THORP, Darius D. Member of the firm of Thorp, Hawley & Co., 
manufacturing confectioners ; director American Exchange National 
Bank. Club : Detroit. Office : 85-87 Jefferson Av. Residence : 124 
Henry St. 

THRALL, George, manufacturer; born, Rutland, Vt., Feb. 24, 1836; 
son of Ruben Rose and Elizabeth Huldah (Gove) Thrall; educated in 
private school of Rev. Dr. John A. Hicks and district schools, Rutland, 
till 1850; Hopkins Academy, Old Hadley, Mass., 1850; Black River Acad- 
emy, Ludlow, Vt., 1851-52; Rutland (Vt.) Academy, 1852; Comers Com- 
mercial College, Boston, graduating, 1855 ; married at Rochester, N. Y., 
Oct. 4, 1866, Jessie Clarkson. Began active career as "printer's devil" 
on Rutland Herald, 1852 ; was journeyman printer on Ohio State Journal, 
also Columbian and Great West magazines (short lived), Cincinnati, O., 
1854; returned East and after leaving commercial college was book- 
keeper and general assistant, Frederick Chaffee, manufacturer and mer- 
chant, Rutland, 1855-58 ; then was clerk St. Charles Hotel, New Orleans, 
1858-59, and St. Louis Hotel, New Orleans, 1859-60; manager Beersheba 
Springs (Tenn.) Hotel, summer of i860; again at St. Louis Hotel, 1860- 
61 ; chief clerk St. Cloud Hotel, Nashville, Tenn., 1861 ; Congress Hall, 
Albany, N. Y., 1861-63 ; proprietor Osburn House, Rochester, N. Y.,.1863- 
68; Bay State House, Worcester, Mass., 1868-72, and Battle House, Mo- 
bile, Ala., 1871-73; Grand Central Hotel, Omaha, Neb., 1873-78; member 
firm of Roddis & Thrall, pork packers, Omaha, 1878-82. Secretary De- 
troit Screw Works, Detroit, July, 1882, vice president and secretary, 
1883-87, secretary and treasurer since Mar. 7, 1887, established, 1877, in- 
corporated, 1880, manufacturers of set and cap screws, nuts, automobile 
parts, special turned pieces of metal, etc. Secretary Standard Screw Co. 
since Mar. 30, 1900, manufacturers of set and cap screws, etc. ; organized 
and incorporated, 1900, original and later consolidations covering eight 
plants in different parts of the U. S. Member firm of Taylor Water 
Tube Boiler Co., organized, May, 1901, manufacturers of patent water 
tube marine boilers, Detroit. Office: Detroit Screw Works, Detroit. 
Residence : Grosse He, Mich, 

THUNER, Alois, physician ; born, Detroit, July 8, 1857; son of Hen- 
ry and Jennie (Blutgut) Thuner; educated in private schools and at De- 
troit Medical College, degree of M. D., 1879; married at St, Thomas, 
Ont., 1891, Imogene Cronk, Has practiced in Detroit since 1879, special- 
izing in eye and ear since 1890, Member American Medical Association, 
Michigan State and Wayne County Medical societies. Democrat. Rec- 
reations: Hunting and fishing. Address: 114 Cass Av, 

THURBER, Jefferson M., treasurer Buhl Sons Co. ; born, Monroe, 
Mich., Aug. 28, 1844; son of Jefferson G. and Mary Bartlett (Gerrish) 
Thurber; educated in public schools of Monroe and Adrian, Mich.; mar- 
ried, Chicago, 1866, Mary A. Levington. Commenced as a boy in retail 
hardware store, at Monroe ; was U. S. railway mail agent on Lake Shore 
& Michigan Southern R, R., under James Buchanan ; entered employ of 



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Buhl & DuCharme as clerk, 1862, becoming traveling salesman, credit 
man, and was made member of the firm, 1867; has continued with the 
house through various changes and has been treasurer and director since 
incorporation, 1902, as Buhl Sons Co. Also vice president Fisher-Hughes 
Gelatine Co.; director Detroit White Lead Works, Byram & Co., Ward 
Lumber Co. ; treasurer Buhl Stamping Co. Democrat. Presbyterian. 
Clubs: Fellowcraft, Commercial. Recreations: Hunting, fishing and 
farming. Office: 103-121 Woodbridge St., W. Residence: 28 Lincoln 
Avenue. 

TIGCHON, John H., real estate ; born. Port Huron, Mich., Dec. 5, 
1866; son of Andrew and Delia (Van Oone) Tigchon; educated in public 
schools of Oakland County, Alpena and Detroit, Mich., up to 1879, and 
at Mayhew Business College, Detroit, 1879-80; married at Detroit, July 
28, 1888, Anna E. Bush. Began business career in gun store of George E. 
Avery, Detroit, continuing, 1881-82; was salesman for Coulson & Moore- 
house, hardware, 1882-83, and for Buhl Sons & Co., wholesale hardware, 
1883-93 ; has been engaged in general real estate business for himself 
since 1893. Secretary and treasurer Honduras Development Co. ; treas- 
urer Honduras Banana Plantation Co., and of Santiago de Cuba Co. 
President Detroit Real Estate Board ; member Detroit Board of Com- 
merce, Detroit Credit Men's Association. Republican. Presbyterian. 
Member Knights of Pythias. Clubs : Detroit, Detroit Yacht. Recrea- 
tions: Hunting, fishing, automobiling and yachting. Office: 409 Mof- 
fat Blk. Residence: 366 Meldrum Av. 

TILLOTSON, Frank Forrest, cashier; born, Elyria, O., Jan. 25, 
1865; son of Miles W. and Parnel (Butts) Tillotson; educated in public 
schools of Ovid, Mich., and Detroit Business University; married at 
Owosso, Mich., Dec. 28, 1892, Isabelle L Haight. Began in banking busi- 
ness with Roberts, Austin & Co., private bankers, Detroit, 1884, the firm 
being succeeded by The Citizens' Savings Bank ; commenced as messen- 
ger and has filled all positions to cashier, which position he has occupied 
since 1898. Also secretary and treasurer Standard Tie Co. and Detroit 
Concrete Stone Co. ; treasurer Youghiogheny Gas Coal Co. Member De- 
troit Board of Commerce. Republican. Congregationalist. Mason. 
Clubs : Fellowcraft, Detroit Boat. Recreation : Automobiling. Office : 
Citizens' Savings Bank. Residence : 100 Chandler Av. 

TOMS, Frederick C, cigar manufacturing; born, Attica, N. Y., Apr, 
12, 1861 ; son of John and Sophia (Laborn) Toms; educated in public 
schools and academy, Attica ; married at Detroit, June, 1893, Miss Agnes 
Ambruster. Began active career by learning cigar making, beginning at 
Attica, 1877; came to Detroit, 1888, and again, from Rochester, N. Y., 
1902 ; became connected with the Detroit Cigar Manufacturing Co., 1903, 
and has been its president since 1905. Democrat. Office: 48-50 E. Con- 
gress St. Residence : 343 Brewster St. 

TO WAR, George W., Jr., dairyman ; born, Lyons, N. Y., Dec. 14, 
1835; son of George W. and Hannah (Mathews) Towar; attended Ober- 



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lin College, 1852-54; Antioch College, 1855; Harvard Medical School, 
Boston, 1856-58, graduating, M. D., Mar. 10, 1858. Married at Chilli- 
cothe, O., Nov. 10, 1878, Maria Webb Cook. Began practice of medicine 
at Longwood, Can., 1858; removed to Pike's Peak gold mines, Colo., 
1859; returned and entered 24th Michigan Volunteer Infantry as assist- 
ant surgeon. Mar., 1863 ; mustered out of service, June 30, 1865 ; appointed 
acting assistant surgeon, U. S. Army, 1869, and served at army posts and 
in Indian campaigns in Rocky Mountains until 1882, when returned to 
Detroit and entered milk and butter business with his father, in which 
has since continued. President, 1895-1906, Towar's Wayne County 
Creamery, Inc. (established, 1869), now director. Recreations: Farming 
and breeding of fine cattle. Offices: 71 Grand River Av., Detroit, and 
Towar Farm, Ann Arbor, Mich. Residence : 26 Pitcher St., Detroit. 

TOWLE, Frederick; born, Detroit, Nov. 11, 1858; son of Simon and 
Harriet (Hunt) Towle; educated in private schools, Detroit High School 
and under private tutors; married at Detroit, Dec. 14, 1886, Alice Hub- 
bard. Began active career in the grain business, 1878; became member of 
firm of J. S. Lapham & Co., grain commission, 1884; secretary and treas- 
urer of the Clark Can Co., 1890; assisted, 1902, in organization of the 
National Silica Co., of which has since been secretary and treasurer. 
Episcopalian. Member Sons of American Revolution. Clubs: Detroit, 
Detroit Boat, Country Club of Detroit. Recreations: Outdoor sports. 
Office: looo-iooi Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 19 Martin Place. 

TOiWLER, Maximilian J. L.; born, Geneva, N. Y., Jan. 25, 1858; 
son of Prof. John and Caroline L. (Wagner) Towler ; educated at Walnut 
Hill School, Geneva, and Hobart College (special course), Geneva; mar- 
ried at Detroit, June 22, 1882, Margaret L. Schaffler. Began land survey- 
ing and platting at age of 17, and was member engineer corps Syracuse, 
Geneva & Corning R. R., 1877, and engineering corps New York Central 
& Hudson River R. R., 1878 ; became draughtsman and assistant superin- 
tendent Detroit Bridge and Iron Works, June 22, 1879, later, successive- 
ly superintendent of construction, chief engineer, general superintendent 
and plant manager, 1900, when the company was sold to American 
Bridge Co., resigning, July i, 1907, to take charge of Colorado Yule Mar- 
ble Co. Also member advisory board Knickerbocker Syndicate of New 
York ; director Consolidated Ohio Coal Co. Member Western Society of 
Engineers. Republican. Recreations : Hunting, boating and outdoor di- 
versions. Address: 444 Vinewood Av., Detroit. 

TOWNSEND, John C; born, Detroit, May 28, 1880. Has been sec- 
retary Cheeseman Paper Co. since Sept., 1904. Office: 65-69 Jefferson 
Av. Residence: 1230 Woodward Av. 

TRACY, Joseph P.; born, Monmouth, 111., Feb. 28, 1866; son of 
Alexander H. and Harriet E. (Sherwin) Tracy; educated at Monmouth 
College, Monmouth, 111.; married at Kankakee, 111., Sept. 17, 1889, Ada 
M. Heuston. Began active career as western traveling agent, Indiana, 



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Illinois & Iowa R. R., 1887, continuing until 1891 ; traffic manager Deer- 
ing Harvester Co., 1892-98; traffic manager International Salt Co., Great 
Western Cereal Co. and Morton-Gregson Co., general manager Michi- 
gan, Indiana & Illinois Line and Morton-Gregson Car Lines, 1899-1906; 
has been president and general manager Delray Salt Co. since Apr., 1907. 
Prohibitionist. Member United Presbyterian Church. Office: 71 Gris- 
wold St, Residence: 391 Lincoln Av, 

TRAUB, Christian Mathew, jeweler; born, Wuertenberg, Germany, 
July 22, 1837; son of Matthew and Johanna (Rauscherin) Traub; came 
to America, 1848; educated in public schools of Ann Arbor, Mich.; mar- 
ried at Ann Arbor, 1861, Barbara Bross. Began active career, 1850, by 
assisting his brother in the jewelry business, firm started independently 
as Traub Bros., in 1857; moved to present quarters, 118 Woodward Av., 
in 1879. Member St. John's Church, German Evangelical. Mason. Of- 
fice: 118 Woodward Av. Residence: 71 Watson St. 

TREBLE, George R., wholesale grocer; born, Windsor, Ont., Dec. 
31, 1865; son of William B. and Elizabeth (Sinclair) Treble; educated in 
public and high schools of Windsor; married at Windsor, 1901, Olivia 
McWhinney. Began active career in employ of Charles Root & Co., 
wholesale dry goods, 1881 ; became member of the firm, 1893, the firm re- 
tiring from business, 1898; became connected with Lee & Cady, whole- 
sale grocers, 1898, and has been secretary of the company since its in- 
corporation. Mar., 1907. Director Art Craft Lithograph Co. Member 
Detroit Credit Men's Association (ex-president). Episcopalian. Mem- 
ber Masonic order. Club : Detroit Curling Club.. Recreation : Curling. 
Office: Cor. Cass and Earned Sts. Residence: 118 Theodore St. 

TREVOR, Walter Marks, lawyer; born, Lockport, N. Y., Mar. 12, 
1865; son of George S. and Wilhelmina (Marks) Trevor; educated in 
public schools of Lockport and Monroe, Mich., Kansas State Agricultural 
College, and at Detroit College of Law, degree of LL. B., 1895 ; married, 
Detroit, 1889, Jennie Scranton. Began practice of law, 1895, and since 
1907 has been senior member Trevor & Bumps. Assisting prosecuting 
attorney for four years. Member Wayne County Bar Association. Re- 
publican. Methodist. Mason, Odd Fellow. Club : Detroit Yacht. Rec- 
reation: Boating. Office: 610 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 178 Iroquois 
Avenue. 

TROWBRIDGE, Luther S., U. S. appraiser; born, Troy, Mich., July 
28, 1836; son of Stephen Van Rennsselaer and Elizabeth (Conkling Trow- 
bridge ; educated in public schools and at Yale University ; studied law in 
office of Hon. Sidney D. Miller, Detroit, and was admitted to the bar, 
1858; married, Detroit, Apr. 8, 1862, Julia M. Buel. Practiced in partner- 
ship with Hon. A. W. Buel, 1859-62 ; entered army as major Fifth Michi- 
gan Cavalry, 1862; lieutenant-colonel Tenth Michigan Cavalry, 1863; 
colonel, 1864, provost marshal-general East Tennessee, 1865; took an 
active part in pursuit of Jefferson Davis, and on return to Tennessee was 



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assigned to command of the cavalry brigade of East Tennessee and re- 
mained until close of war ; breveted brigadier-general and major-general, 
Sept. I, 1865, for faithful and meritorious services during the war. Was 
appointed inspector general of state troops by Gov. Bagley, 1873, served 
as collector of internal revenue, ist Michigan district, 1875 to 1883; con- 
troller City of Detroit, 1883-85, resigning to become vice president of 
Wayne County Savings Bank ; became private secretary to Hon. Luther 
Beecher, 1887, and after death of Mr. Beecher was appointed one of the 
administrators of the estate ; treasurer Detroit College of Medicine for 
twenty years; U. S. appraiser since Mar,, 1903. Republican. Member 
Loyal Legion, G. A. R. Office : Old Government Bldg. Residence : 609 
Jefferson Av. 

TRUE, George A., president Northern Engineering Works ; born, 
Funchal, Island of Madeira (father United States consul at Funchal), 
Sept. 16, 1863; son of George A. and Susan (Laughrey) True; educated 
at Mt. Vernon (O.) High School and Western Reserve School of De- 
sign, Cleveland, O. ; married, Myrtle Wylie Hutton, who died, 1901 ; 
again, Detroit, 1904, Sallie D. Russell, Began engineering work in office 
of the Mt. Vernon Bridge Co,, about 1887; after a short stay at Kansas 
City came to Detroit, 1889, and was with Detroit Car Wheel Co, and 
Detroit Foundry Equipment Co., the latter locating, 1894, at Harvey, 111, ; 
came to Detroit, 1897, as receiver of Frontier Iron Works ; organized with 
others the Northern Engineering Works, 1899, ^^ which was manager un- 
til 1905, since which time has been president. Also vice president Detroit 
Engineering Works, Incorporated. Member Society of Arts and Crafts, 
Detroit Etching Club, Detroit Fine Arts Society. Presbyterian. Clubs : 
Detroit, Detroit Boat, Recreations : Etching, oil and water color paint- 
ing and mycology (study of fungi and mushrooms). Office: Chene and 
Atwater Sts. Residence: 169 McDougall Av. 

TRUMP, William D., railway official; born, Milford, Mich., Mar. 
28, 1864; son of Daniel and Susan (Cox) Trump; educated in Milford 
High School ; married at Milford, Aug. 24, 1885, Minnie L, Grow. Began 
railway service as telegraph operator Flint & Fere Marquette Rd., 1883, 
continuing until 1886; was chief clerk in office of assistant superintend- 
ent, 1886-92; chief clerk general superintendent's office, 1892-95; assist- 
ant to general manager, 1895-97; general superintendent same road, 1897- 
1900; superintendent Pere Marquette Rd. at Saginaw, Mich., 1900-03; 
assistant general superintendent at Detroit, 1903-04, general superintend- 
ent same road since 1904, Also treasurer Tittabawassec Power Co., 
Edenville, Mich. ; director Chicago & West Michigan Ry, Was vice 
president board of education, Saginaw, two years. Republican, Presby- 
terian. Member Royal League, Maccabees. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit 
Golf, Transportation. Recreations: Golf and fishing. Office: 3rd Av, 
and Fort St., W, Residence : ^2 Delaware Av, 

TUCKER, Porter Allen, treasurer The C, H. Little Co. ; born, Mt, 
Clemens, Mich,, Jan, 18, 1868; son of William J. and Emily (Allen) 



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Tucker; educated in Mt. Clemens High School and Detroit Business Uni- 
versity; married at Detroit, Mar. i6, 1898, Sadie E. Shotwell. Began 
active career in employ of C. H. Little, wholesale and retail dealer in 
builders' and pavers' supplies. May i, 1888, and has been director and 
treasurer of the company since its incorporation, 1898. Republican as to 
politics. Methodist in church affiliation. Member Masonic order. Rec- 
reation : Travel. Office: 37 Peninsular Bank Bldg. Residence: 41 
Hague Av. 

TULLER, Lew Whiting; born, Jonesville, Mich., Jan. 4, 1869; son of 
Hiram W. and Clara (Nimocks) Tuller; public and high school educa- 
tion ; married, Detroit, Dec. 6, 1898, Florence C. Reiff. Learned business 
of contractor and builder under his father and started for himself in that 
line, 1894; builder of the Wetherell, Valencia and Saragossa apartment 
houses and of the Hotel Tuller, of which is proprietor. Republican. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Office and residence: The Tuller, 
Park and Adams Avs. 

TURNBULLr, John I., real estate; born, Hamilton, Ont., Nov. 26, 
1864; son of John and Jean (Chisholm) Turnbull ; educated in public 
schools of Detroit; married, Mary W. Ferguson, of St. Thomas, Ont. 
Was connected with several branches of business in Detroit and entered 
real estate, loan and insurance business, 1894, in which he has since suc- 
cessfully continued. Member Detroit Board of Commerce, Detroit Real 
Estate Board. Independent as to politics. Presbyterian in religious af- 
filiation. Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : 308 Moffat Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 128 Field Av. 

TURNBULL, Lovell H.; born, Saginaw Co., Mich., Dec. 16, 1876; 
son of Theophilus W. and Emily M. (Thompson) Turnbull ; educated in 
public schools of Saginaw Co. ; married at Detroit, 1899, Louise Anglim. 
Has been a resident of Detroit since 1895 ; began in produce commission 
business as L. H, Turnbull & Co., the firm becoming Weil, Turnbull 
& Co., 1902. Member Detroit Produce Exchange. Mason. Recreation : 
Driving. Office : 30 Woodbridge St., W. Residence : 572 4th Av. 

TURRELL, William Oliver; born, San Francisco, Aug. 7, 1862; 
son of Oliver B. and Josephine (Clark) Turrell ; educated in public 
schools of San Francisco; married at Detroit, Dec. 31, 1902, Sue Van 
Dusen. Began active career as traveling salesman tea and cofifee house, 
Oregon, Washington and California territory, 1882, continuing until 
1891 ; was in business in England for three years; became identified with 
life insurance business on returning to the United States, and in 1902 
turned to accident insurance ; has been secretary and treasurer Imperial 
Casualty Co. since Jan., 1907. Republican. Protestant. Office: 429 Ma- 
jestic Bldg. Residence: 698 Cass Av. 

TUTTLE, Charles Benojah, manufacturer; born, Chelsea, Mich., 
Apr. 7, 1861 ; son of B. J. and Ruth (Monteague) Tuttle; educated in 
public schools of Michigan ; married at Detroit, Sept., 1892, Miss Emma 



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Stoll. Removed to Detroit and began manufacture of harness on his own 
account, 1877; united with John G. Clark and assisted in organizing firm 
of Tuttle & Clark, manufacturers of harness, 1895. Republican. Presby- 
terian, Member B. P. O. E. Recreations: Fishing, shooting and other 
outdoor diversions. Office : 183 Jefiferson Av. Residence : 409 Pennsyl- 
vania Av. 

TUTTLE, James B., mining; born, Bayhim, Ont., Can., Feb. 15, 
1846; son of John Dunn and Mary (Palmer) Tuttle; educated principally 
by contact with the world; married in Colorado, 1870, Miss Nancy Goff. 
First came to Detroit at 15, in 1861 ; traveled for many years in all parts 
of the United States and prospected for metals in British Columbia and 
Alaska, where he engaged in mining; organized The King Gold and 
Copper Mining Co., 1900, of which he is president; headquarters of the 
company in Davenport, Washington, and branch at Detroit since 1907. 
Republican as to politics. Swedenborgian in religious affiliation. Mem- 
ber Masonic order. Office: 410 Chamber of Commerce, Detroit. Resi- 
dence : Valley, Wash. 

ULRICH, Ferdinand W. ; born, Detroit, Jan. 18, 1879; son of Fer- 
dinand R. and Catherine P. (Yaeger) Ulrich ; educated at St. Mary's 
parochial school and St. Joseph's Commercial College, graduating, 1894; 
married at Detroit, June 15, 1904, Lillian E. Dederichs. Has been secre- 
tary and treasurer Detroit Creamery Co. since Jan. i, 1905. Club: Ger- 
man Salesmen. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: Cass and Grand 
River Avs. Residence : 649 Congress St., E. 

UTLEY, Henry Munson, city librarian of Detroit ; born at Ply- 
mouth, Mich., Aug. 5, 1836; son of Hiram and Jane (Sands) Utley ; grad- 
uate University of Michigan, 1861 ; (A. M., 1870) ; married at Pontiac, 
Mich., Mar., 1864, Kate Lilly Burr. Connected with Detroit Free Press, 
1861-66; city editor Detroit Post and its successor, the Post-Tribune, 
1866-81; secretary Board of Education, Detroit, 1881-85; city librarian 
since 1885. Republican. Presbyterian. President American Library 
Association, 1895 ; auditor Young Women's Home for thirty years ; mem- 
ber Detroit Association of Charities, Alpha Delta Phi (University of 
Michigan). Clubs: Prismatic, Acanthus. Author: Wildcat Banking in 
Michigan; The First President of Michigan University; History of Michi- 
gan as Province and State. Office : City Library. Residence : 195 Char- 
lotte Av. 

UTTER, Archie Cranston, life insurance; born. Dodge Co., Minn., 
May 25, 1874; son of William J. and Lucy J. (Cranston) Utter; educated 
in Detroit public schools ; widower. Studied law two years previous to 
taking up life insurance, in 1891, as cashier in office of the New England 
Mutual Life Insurance Co. of Boston ; became superintendent of agencies, 
of Michigan, 1898, and assistant superintendent of agencies at home of- 
fice in Boston; returned to Detroit, 1904, and with A. R. Thomson or- 
ganized the firm of Utter & Thomson, general agents New England Mu- 



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tual Life Insurance Co. Member Detroit Life Underwriters' Associa- 
tion (vice president), Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Protes- 
tant. Clubs: Detroit Boat, Fellowcraft. Recreation: Fishing. Office: 
203-204 Telegraph Bldg. Residence: Sibley Apts. 

VAIL, Samuel James, brick and building materials; born, Chit- 
tenango, N. Y., Feb. 22, 1865 ; son of George Monroe and Matilda A. 
(Davis) Vail ; educated in public and high schools of Syracuse, N. Y., 
and at Bay City, Mich. ; unmarried. Began business career in Chicago as 
salesman for building materials and cement; became Chicago representa- 
tive of the Whitehall Portland Cement Co., of Philadelphia; removed 
to Detroit, 1905, and since Apr. i, 1906, has been operating independently 
as Samuel J. Vail & Co., dealers and jobbers in pressed brick, paving 
brick, fire brick and Portland cement. Member Detroit Builders' and 
Traders' Exchange. Member Masonic order (32°), Michigan Sovereign 
Consistory, Shrine. Recreations: Baseball fan, boating and fishing. Ad- 
dress : 805 Hammond Bldg. 

VAN DE MARK, Stewart Orson, lawyer; born, Clinton, Mich., 
Oct. 22, i860; son of Orson and Laura G. (Brooks) Van De Mark; edu- 
cated in public schools of Clinton, in high school, Tecumseh, Mich., and 
in University of Michigan, Literary Department, 1879-82; married, at 
Detroit, 1897, Catherine Egan. Studied law in office of Brennan & Don- 
nelly, 1885-87; practiced alone, 1888-91; member law firm of Brennan, 
Donnelly & Van De Mark, since 1891. Member Detroit Bar Association, 
Michigan State Bar Association. Member Detroit Light Infantry, 1895- 
96. Democrat. Member B. P. O. E., Knights of Pythias, Club : Detroit 
Yacht. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 516 Mofifat Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 158 Brainard St. 

VAN DUSEN, Frank R., treasurer National Casualty Co. of De- 
troit; born, Alpena, Mich., Feb. 25, 1875; son of Jacob and Mary A. 
(Empey) Van Dusen ; educated in Bay City (Mich.) High School and 
University of Michigan; married at Bay City, 1900, Florence Cartter 
Church. Began active career in office of National Protective Society, 
Bay City, and became bookkeeper and later superintendent of agencies 
and treasurer of the company, 1900; came to Detroit, 1901, and has con- 
tinued as treasurer and superintendent of agencies since reorganization, 
1901, under title of National Casualty Co. of Detroit. Democrat, Mem- 
ber B. P. O. E. Clubs: Detroit Boat, Detroit Golf, Recreation: Golf, 
Office: 4th floor Majestic Bldg, Residence: 868 2nd Av. 

VAN DYKE, William, lawyer; born, Detroit, Jan. 16, 1877; son of 
Philip J. D. and Sara Newcome (Beeson) Van Dyke; educated in 
Thompson's Private School, Detroit College and Detroit College of Law ; 
married at Detroit, Oct, 3, 1903, Louise Stinchfield, Began practice in 
office of James H. Pound, 1900, later associating with George F, Mona- 
ghan, then E. Y. Swift ; now practicing alone. Member Detroit Bar As- 
sociation. President Detroit College Alumni Association; member 



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Lafayette Society (French). Served in 7th and 19th U. S. Infantry in 
Spanish-American War. Democrat; active in local Democratic pohtics; 
recently candidate for state senator and prosecuting attorney. Member 
Spanish War Veterans. Clubs : Country, Detroit Boat, Detroit Boat 
Club Yachtsman. Recreation : Yachting. Office : Bank Chambers. Res- 
idence: 29 Davenport St. 

VAN HUSAN, Edward C; born, Detroit, May 12, 1861 ; son of Ca- 
leb and Catherine (Jackson) Van Husan ; educated in public schools of 
Detroit; Adams Academy, Quincy, Mass., 1876-78; Colgate Academy, 
Hamilton, N. Y., 1879. Married at Detroit, Oct. 11, 1883, Kate Morrill. 
Was connected with Detroit Fire and Marine Insurance Co., 1884-86; 
entered real estate business for himself, 1886, and organized The Van 
Husan Co., Ltd., 1903, of which he is chairman. Also director Detroit 
Fire and Marine Insurance Co. Member Detroit Real Estate Board; ex- 
member Detroit Board of Health. Independent in politics. Baptist. 
Club: Old Club. Office: 1216 Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 33 Peter- 
boro St. 

VAN LEYEN, Edward Christopher, architect; born, Detroit, Feb. 
2^, 1867; son of John and Hendrina (Look) Van Leyen ; educated in pub- 
lic schools and by special courses of study; married, July 13, 1891, Mary 
Wells. Began active career in employ of William Scott & Co., archi- 
tects, continuing until he entered business for himself in 1886; associated 
with Edward A. Schilling since 1902 ; in general practice, specializing in 
schools and reinforced concrete structures. Designed Casino Building, 
Belle Isle Park; City Hall, Flint, Mich.; High schools at Athens, Ohio, 
Dowagiac and Wyandotte, Michigan; buildings for Star Watch Case 
Co., Ludington, Michigan, Peters Cartridge Co., Kings Mills, Ohio, and 
many other prominent structures. President and director The Van Leyen 
Realty Co., Ltd. Commissioner Department of Parks and Boulevards, 
City of Detroit, 1898-1901. Republican. Member American Institute of 
Architects, National Union (Senate), Royal Arcanum. Clubs: Elks', 
Detroit Boat Club, Board of Commerce. Office: 11 15-17 Union Trust 
Bldg. Residence : 28 W. Montcalm St. 

VAN SCHAACK, William D., railway official ; born, Galesburg, 111., 
Sept. 18, 1872 ; son of Thomas B. and Harriet L. (Chapin) Van Schaack ; 
educated in public schools of Galesburg and at Knox College ; married at 
Galesburg, June 21, 1898, Florence R. Wright. Began active career as 
clerk in office of Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Ry., Galesburg, 1892, 
continuing until 1901 ; was chief clerk general freight department, Wis- 
consin Central Ry., Milwaukee, Wis., 1901-02, traveling freight agent, 
same road, 1902-03, New England agent, at Boston, 1903-06, and has been 
general agent Wisconsin Central at Detroit since 1906. Republican. 
Presbyterian. Member Y. M. C. A., Gideons. Office : 612 Majestic Bldg. 
Residence : 249 Woodland Av. 

VAN SICKLE, William, general manager state of Michigan, Home 
Life Insurance Co. of New York; born, Onondaga, Ont, June i, 1873; 



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son of Harvey H. and Hannah (Wood) Van Sickle; educated in public 
schools and at Detroit Business University; married at Detroit, Feb. 17, 
1897, Margaret Robertson. Began business career in the Detroit office of 
the Home Insurance Co., Mar. 11, 1887, has passed through various posi- 
tions and has been general manager for the company since Aug. 16, 1898. 
Also president New England Pie Co. Republican. Baptist. President 
Michigan Life Underwriters' Association ; member Detroit Board of 
Commerce. Mason (32°), Knight Templar, Shriner. Club: Fellow- 
craft. Recreations: Sailing, fishing. Office: nil Majestic Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 736 Cass Av. 

VAN SYCKLE, Givens E.; born, Warren Co., N. J., June 28, 1843; 
son of George W. and Margaret (Buckley) Van Syckle ; educated in 
public schools of Oakland Co., Mich., and Clarkston (Mich.) Academy; 
married at Webster, Mass., June 19, 1867, Sophia D. Clemans. Removed 
with parents from New Jersey to Oakland Co., Mich., 1847 ; taught school, 
1864-73; began in music and sewing machine business, in Bay City, 
Mich., 1873 ; removed to Detroit, 1887, and organized, with C. J. Whit- 
ney, the corporation of C. J. Whitney & Co.; sold out, 1893, and in 1895 
began sale of pianos, organs and sewing machines ; after leaving Bay 
City, still conducted store there until 1895, incorporating as The G. E. 
Van Syckle Co., of which was president, 1887-95. Republican. Member 
Zion Lodge, F. & A. M. Office : 228 Woodward Av. Residence : 856 
Cass Av. 

VAN SYCKLE, Raymond E., lawyer; born, Bay City, Mich., Aug. 
24, 1868; son of Givens E. and Sophia D. (Clemans) Van Syckle; gradu- 
ate Bay City High School, 1887; University of Michigan, B. S., 1891, 
post-graduate course, 1893-95, M, S., 1895, Law Department, same uni- 
versity, LL. B., 1895 ; unmarried. Was secretary G. E. Van Syckle Co., 
Bay City, 1887-95 ; member of faculty St. Cyrillus and Methodius Col- 
lege, Detroit, 1896-06; teacher and principal Detroit public night schools, 
1900-06; principal Central High Night School, 1906-08. Engaged in gen- 
eral practice of law since 1895 as follows: Cook & Van Syckle, 1895-97; 
Sullivan, Bland, Cook & Van Syckle, 1897-05 ; Bland, Van Syckle & 
Cook, 1905-06; Raymond E. Van Syckle, 1907. Partner Fournier Con- 
crete Block Co. Member Wayne County Bar Association, Michigan 
State Bar Association. Republican. Member Wayne County Repub- 
lican Committee, Second Ward Republican Committee (chairman). 
Board of County Canvassers, Central Counting Board ; has been delegate 
to state and county conventions ; ex-member City Canvassing Board and 
election boards. Member Sons of American Revolution (board of man- 
agers Michigan State Society), University of Michigan Association. Club : 
Fellowcraft. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 610 Moffat Bldg. 
Residence: 856 Cass Av. 

VAN TUYL, Frank F.; born, South Bend, Ind., Apr. 30, 1872; son 
of Horace G. and Emma (Hill) Van Tuyl; educated in Detroit public 
schools and Detroit High School, graduating, 1891 ; University of Michi- 



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gan, graduating, 1895 ; married at Ypsilanti, Mich., Dec, 1900, Laura 
Jenness. Began as consulting engineer, at Detroit, May, 1901 ; consult- 
ing engineer power equipment for Washington Arcade Bldg., Packard 
Motor Car Co., Calvert Lithographing Co., etc. Member Engineering 
Auditing Co., Detroit Engineering Society, Theta Delta Chi. Office: 
1 1 12 Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 118 Horton Av, 

VAN WAGONER, Milton A., proprietor Detroit Music Co. ; born, 
Oxford, Mich., Nov. 11, 1843; son of Alfred and Betsey (Travis) Van 
Wagoner; graduate high school, Oakland Co., Mich., 1869; held state 
teachers' certificate and taught school for three years at Goodrich, Gene- 
see Co., Oxford and Lakeville, Oakland Co. ; married at Detroit, 1899, 
Miss Phillis Clark. Entered music business, 1870, and was partner with 
C. J. Whitney, Chicago, two years, and at Lapeer, Mich., until 1892, when 
he bought out the Detroit Music Co., wholesale and retail dealers in 
pianos, organs and musical instruments. Served as private. Company I, 
14th Michigan Volunteer Infantry, at the time of the Civil War, Re- 
publican. Member Masonic order. Knights of Pythias. Recreation: 
Fishing. Office: 184-186 Woodward Av. Residence: 122 Erskine St. 

VAN ZILE, Philip T., lawyer; born, Osceola, Pa., July 20, 1844; 
son of David M. and Elvira C. (Cook) Van Zile; educated in Knoxville, 
Pa. ; graduate Alfred University, degree of A. B., 1863 ; enlisted in War 
of the Rebellion and served to its close ; in fall of 1865 entered Law De- 
partment, University of Michigan, graduating, LL. B., 1867; was admit- 
ted to bar the same year ; received honorary degree of LL. D., from Al- 
fred University, 1903 ; married at Rochester, O., Dec. 28, 1866, Lizzie A. 
Jones. Began practice at Charlotte, Mich., Apr., 1867; prosecuting at- 
torney two terms, 1868-72, judge of probate, 1872-75, circuit judge of the 
judicial circuit, Michigan, 1875-78, U. S. district attorney for Utah, 1878- 
84. Member law firm of Van Zile & Brownson since 1905. Dean Detroit 
College of Law since 1892. Author: Van Zile's Bailments and Carriers; 
Van Zile's Equity, Pleading and Practice. Republican. Congrega- 
tionalist. Mason (ex-master of Blue Lodge, Commander Knights Tem- 
plar, Grand Commander of Michigan). Club: Fellowcraft. Recrea- 
tions: In summer time, sailing and fishing. Little Traverse Bay. Office: 
605 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 148 Forest Av., W. 

VARNEY, Almon Clother, architect ; born, Luzerne, N. Y., Mar. 28, 
1849; son of Abner N. and Mariam (Clother) Varney ; educated in public 
schools of New York state ; married, Saratoga, N. Y., Sept. i, 1872, Lizzie 
C. Scidmore. Began study of architecture, 1876, while in office of Darius 
Norcross, Glens Falls, N. Y., also studied under E. M. Borden, of Bos- 
ton ; has practiced in Detroit since 1879. Republican. Congregationalist. 
Poor commissioner City of Detroit, 1895-1900. Member Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Mason (32°), Shriner. Club: Fellowcraft. Recreations: 
Automobiling, fishing and boating. Office: 58 Newberry Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 74 Warren Av., E. 



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VARNEY, Henry Rockwell, physician; born, Dunham's Basin, N. 
Y., Aug. 25, 1870; son of Josiah Southwick and Abby Jane (Murrary) 
Varney; educated at Sandy Hill High School and Medical Department, 
University of Vermont, degree of M. D., 1893 ; married at Detroit, Feb. 
6, 1901, Carrie C. Comstock. Has engaged in practice in Detroit since 
1893; instructor in dermatology Detroit College of Medicine; city phy- 
sician of Detroit for five years. Member American Medical Association, 
Detroit College of Medicine, Michigan State and Wayne Co. Medical so- 
cieties. Republican. Member Nu Sigma and Phi Chi. Clubs: Detroit 
Boat, Detroit Golf. Recreations : Golf and yachting. Office : 604 Wash- 
ington Arcade. Residence : 420 Woodward Av. 

VERNOR, Frank A., special agent and adjuster Queen Insurance 
Co.; born, Marshall, Mich., Oct. 7, 1858; son of John Taylor and Emily 
Adelia (Phelps) Vernor; educated in common schools and for two years 
in Albion College; married at Litchfield, Mich., May i, 1889, Elsie C. 
Shepard. Studied law and was admitted to Calhoun county bar, 1879; 
engaged in the insurance business at Battle Creek and Kalamazoo, Mich., 
as assistant manager of Underwriters' Union until Jan. i, 1886; came to 
Detroit in 1886 as special agent and adjuster for the Sun Fire Office; on 
Jan. I, 1887, appointed special agent for Springfield Fire and Marine, and 
Guardian Assurance companies, and Jan. i, 1888, became special agent 
and adjuster for the Queen Insurance Co. (spent four months adjusting 
in San Francisco, Calif., 1906). Secretary and treasurer Michorado Gold 
Mining Co. ; was secretary Detroit Telephone Co. when the Independent 
plant was built; formerly director Y. M. C. A. Republican. Methodist. 
Member Gideons. Recreations: Bible study, trout fishing. Office: 33 
W. Congress St. Residence : 240 W. Canfield Av. 

VERNOR, Harmon R., fire insurance; born, Detroit, Aug. 16, 1855; 
son of Jeremiah S. and Elizabeth S. (Roberts) Vernor; educated in pub- 
lic schools of Detroit and at Helmuth College, London, Ont. ; married at 
Detroit, Sept. 13, 1882, Lydia B. Evans. Began active career as clerk 
in insurance office of Vernor Bros., 1876. Republican. Methodist. Ma- 
son (32°). Member Cass Baseball Club (secretary and treasurer). Rec- 
reations : Baseball, fishing, sailing and other outdoor diversions. Office : 
33 Congress St., W. Residence : 246 Canfield Av., W. 

VERNOR, Jeremiah S., senior member Vernor Bros., insurance; 
born, Albany, N. Y., Nov. 17, 1827; son of John T. and Polly (Smith) 
Vernor; attended Albany Academy up to 15; married, ist, at Detroit, 
Apr. II, 1853, Elizabeth S. Roberts, who died Mar. 13, 1882; 2nd, at 
Island Lake, Mich., Sept. 10, 1883, Sarah J. Carpenter. Entered insur- 
ance office of brother Benjamin as clerk, 1858; became member of firm in 
1873, and has been senior member since the death of his brother in 1889. 
Republican. Methodist. Office: 33 Congress St., W. Residence: 164 
Bagg St. 

VHAY, William J.; born, Detroit, May 24, 1869; son of James H. 
and Mary (Farrell) Vhay; educated in Detroit College; married at De- 



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troit, 1896, Lillian Girardin. Began active career, 1887, as clerk with 
firm of Dwyer & Vhay (his father was one of the original founders of 
the house, 1866) ; became buyer, bought out the firm, 1904, and has since 
conducted it in his own name. Democrat. Catholic. Member Knights 
of Columbus. Recreations: General athletics. Ofifice: 115 Earned St., 
W. Residence: 313 Field Av. 

VIEMAN, Charles L. ; born, Harrisburg, O., Sept. 29, 1857; son of 
Charles and Catherine (Miller) Vieman ; educated in public schools of 
Harrisburg; unmarried. Taught school in Pickaway and Franklin coun- 
ties, O., 1875-87, and was dry goods salesman at Columbus ; entered life 
insurance business as solicitor for Mutual Life Insurance Co., 1887; was 
appointed special agent for Ohio and West Virginia, for John Hancock 
Mutual Life Insurance Co., Jan., 1887, and placed in charge of Michigan 
agency of the company, 1891, in which position he continues. Has been 
actively identified with Detroit Life Underwriters' Association since its 
organization, having served as president, vice president, member execu- 
tive board, and delegate to annual conventions of the National Associa- 
tion of Life Underwriters. Scottish Rite Mason, Shriner; member I. O. 
O. F., Ohio Society of Detroit. Independent Democrat. Club : Fellow- 
craft. Recreation: Fishing. Office: 12th floor Chamber of Commerce. 
Residence : The Charlevoix. 

VINTON, G. Jay, builder; born, Detroit, Aug. 10, 1859; son of War- 
ren G. and Jane E. (Putnam) Vinton; educated in public schools of De- 
troit; graduate Detroit High School, 1878; married, ist, at Detroit, 1882, 
Annie A. Mitchell (died, 1885) ; 2nd, at Brooklyn, N. Y., Oct. 12, 1887, 
Rosa B. King. Learned carpenter trade while attending school 
and entered building business with his father, Warren G. Vin- 
ton, who founded the Vinton Co., 1858 (incorporated, 1895), general 
building contractors, manufacturers of all kinds of woodwork for build- 
ings, wholesale and retail lumber dealers. President and general man- 
ager Vinton Co. ; president Manufacturers' Lumber Co. ; treasurer Mc- 
Clure Lumber Co. Member Detroit Light Guard, Michigan State Mili- 
tia, six years. Member Builders' Association of Detroit, Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Republican. President board of trustees Eastern Michi- 
gan Asylum ; trustee Florence Crittenden Home ; vice president Y. M. C. 
A, Member board of trustees Woodward Av. Baptist Church and mem- 
ber executive committee Baptist Young People's Union of America. Ma- 
son (32°), Knight Templar, Shriner. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Boat. 
Recreations : On farm, automobiling, traveling. Office : Woodbridge 
and Beaubien Sts. Residence : 63 Stimson PI. 

VOELKNER, Henry A., manufacturing; born, Danzic, Germany, 
Nov. 5, 1853; son of John E. and Amelia (Nagel) Voelkner; educated by 
home study and at Goldsmith's Business College, Detroit ; married at De- 
troit, 1882, Carrie Dahmer. Came to America, 1862, and located in De- 
troit ; learned trade of wire making, pattern making, etc., and worked as 
machinist for some time; established the Voelkner Electrical Works, in 



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1888, which was changed in 1894 to the Voelkner & Reinke Manufactur- 
ing Co., of which he was secretary and treasurer, 1894-1903; president 
since 1903. Also president The Simms & Voelkner Cut Glass Co. Re- 
publican. Lutheran. Member Masonic order (32°), Knights Templar, 
Shrine. Club: Harmonic. Recreation: Short trips into the country. 
Office: 123-127 Woodbridge St., W. Residence: 20 Piquette Av. 

WADDINGTON, Joseph Edward George, physician and surgeon; 
born, Manchester, Eng., Apr. 28, 1865 ; son of John Hick and Ann Eliza 
(Jones) Waddington; came to America, 1884; educated at Stamford 
Terrace Academy, Ashton-under-Lyne ; Leathley's Academy, Manches- 
ter; Manchester Grammar School four years, up to 18 years of age, pass- 
ing examination as matriculate of British Pharmaceutical Society ; at- 
tended lecture courses for one year at Owen's College, Victoria Univer- 
sity, Manchester; student Indiana College of Medicine and Midwifery, 
1884-86, graduating, M. D., 1886. Married at Detroit, Aug. 4, 1902, Mae 
Johnson. Returned to England after graduating in medicine, 1886, and 
the following year went to Australia and spent two years as surgeon 
with Cross's survey party, laying out government lands in New South 
Wales and Victoria ; returned to England and thence to Winnipeg, Can., 
and to Cincinnati, O., where he practiced for ten years ; came to Detroit, 
1899, traveling the first year as detail man, in Michigan, Chicago and 
Pittsburg, for Lambert & Lowman, wholesale druggists, since which 
time has practiced in Detroit. Eclectic school of medicine. Medical ex- 
aminer for Court of Honor, Order of Patricians, Knights of Pythias, A. 
O. U. W. ; former board of health medical inspector for Columbia School 
(public). Fellow American Association of Physicians and Surgeons; 
member American Association Orificial Surgeons, National Eclectic Med- 
ical Association, Michigan State Eclectic Medical and Surgical Society 
(president), American Red Cross Society. Republican. Congregation- 
alist. Mason. Member Knights of Pythias, Court of Honor, Order of 
Patricians, A. O. U. W., K. O. T. M. of W. Club : West Warren Resi- 
dents' Association (secretary). Recreation: Music. Office and resi- 
dence: 1080 W. Warren Av. 

WAGNER, Cornelius E.; born, Muskegon, Mich., Feb. 13, 1871 ; 
son of Garrett and Lena (Smalligan) Wagner; educated in public schools 
of Muskegon, Mich.; married, Milwaukee, Jan. 15, 1891, Amelia Dahlke. 
Began active career in freight department of the Grand Trunk R. R. at 
Muskegon, 1886, continuing until 1891 ; was in freight department same 
road at Milwaukee, 1891-98; traveling freight agent National Despatch- 
Great Eastern Line, headquarters at Chicago, 1898-01, and has been 
state agent for Michigan at Detroit since 1901. Republican. Club: De- 
troit Transportation. Recreations: Baseball, bowling. Office: Room 
16 Brush St. Depot. Residence: 480 Lincoln Av. 

WAGNER, Edward, president Wagner Baking Co. ; born, Prussia, 
Germany, 1845; son of Henry and Helena (Girst) Wagner; educated in 



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schools of Germany; came to America, 1864; married at Detroit, 1875, 
Annie Finnette. Came to Detroit, 1864, and continued at baker's and 
confectioner's trade, which he commenced to learn in Germany; with the 
assistance of four brothers, founded the Wagner Baking Co., 1869, and 
has been president of the company since its incorporation, 1893. Inde- 
pendent Republican. Member I. O. O. F., Harmonic Society, Turn Ver- 
ein, Concordia. Recreations : Social diversions. Office : 368-382 Grand 
River Av. Residence : 34 Joy St. 

WAGNER, Henry, Jr. ; born, Prussia, Germany, June 10, 1852 ; son 
of Henry and Helena (Girst) Wagner; came to Detroit, 1867; educated 
in Germany, in schools of Detroit and at Detroit Business University ; 
married at Detroit, 1878, Miss Wilhelmina Neubromer. Has been iden- 
tified with the Wagner Baking Co. since 1869, and has been treasurer of 
the company since its incorporation, 1893. Member Board of Commerce. 
Independent Republican. Mason (32°), Knight Templar, Shriner. Mem- 
ber Concordia and Harmonic societies. Recreations: Fishing and hunt- 
ing. Office : 368-382 Grand River Av. Residence : 32 Joy St. 

WAITE, Will Allen, life insurance ; born, Clarkston, Mich., Apr. 25, 
1864; son of Waldo F. and Harriet (Allen) Waite ; public school educa- 
tion; married, Manistee, Mich., June 15, 1902, Mattie E., daughter of 
Louis Sands, of Manistee. Began active career as telegraph operator 
and ticket agent of the Flint & Pere Marquette R. R., and served at 
Milford, North Bradley and Manistee, Mich. ; became bookkeeper for 
Canfield Salt and Lumber Co., Manistee, 1888; was merchant, operating 
two general merchandise stores in Manistee, 1893-1901 ; became con- 
nected with the Phoenix Mutual Life Insurance Co., Dec, 1901, and has 
been associate manager at Detroit since 1901, first as member of firm of 
Arthur & Waite, then alone for one year and since Mar., 1905, as member 
of firm of Waite & Burgess. Secretary and treasurer, general manager, 
Association of the Phoenix Mutual Life Insurance Co. of Hartford, 
Conn. ; secretary of the National Association of Life Underwriters. For 
many years an active worker in politics ; county clerk and register of 
deeds, Manistee Co., 1891-93 ; president, pro tem. City of Manistee for 
two years; alderman three terms; member Republican County Commit- 
tee of Manistee, and chairman Republican City Committee of Manistee 
for four years ; has been delegate to Republican State conventions for fif- 
teen years past, and served on three different occasions as secretary of 
the conventions. Aide-de-camp on stafT of Gov. A. T. Bliss for four 
years, with rank of colonel. Member Board of Commerce. Congrega- 
tionalist. Mason, Knight Templar. Club : Fellowcraft. Recreations : 
Baseball, fishing. Office: 414, 415 and 416 Hammond Bldg. Residence: 
86 Delaware Av. 

WALDO, Lewis C. ; born, Ithaca, N. Y., Aug. 12, 1854; son of Al- 
bert G. and Sarah D. (Kennedy) Waldo; educated in public schools of 
Milwaukee, Wis. ; married at Ludington, Mich., 1876, Miss Mary E. 
Roby; entered vessel business at Ludington, 1899, and removed to De- 



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troit the following year. Secretary, treasurer and managing owner North 
Western Transportation Co. ; secretary, treasurer and managing owner 
Roby Transportation Co. ; vice president White Star Line. Was treas- 
urer Ludington for two years. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Republican. Congregationalist. Mason. Clubs: Detroit, Old Club, 
Country. Office: 15 Atwater St., W. Residence: 106 Canfield St., W. 

WALKER, Bryant, lawyer; born, Detroit, July 3, 1856; son of Ed- 
ward C. and Lucy (Bryant) Walker; B. A., University of Michigan, 
1876; LL. B., Law Department, University of Michigan, 1879; married 
at Washington, D. C, 1890, Mary Maguire. Began practice in Detroit, 
1879; associated in practice with Walker & Kent, until 1884, and was in 
copartnership with his father as Walker & Walker, 1884-94; was in prac- 
tice alone until 1896, since which time has been senior partner of firm of 
Walker & Spalding. Republican. Presbyterian. Member Detroit Bar 
Association. Clubs: Detroit, Old Club. Office: 205 Moffat Blk. Resi- 
dence: 45 Alfred St. 

WALKER, Charles R., real estate; born. Armada, Mich., Sept. 13, 
1876; son of Seth E. and Carrie (Draper) Walker; educated at Armada 
High School and Detroit Business University; married, Detroit, 1904. 
Began in real estate business as salesman in office of Homer Warren & 
Co., 1896, and became member of the firm, 1905. Member Warren, 
Brown & Co., fire insurance, since 1907. Member Detroit Real Estate 
Board, Fire Underwriters' Club. Republican. Methodist. Club : Fel- 
lowcraft. Recreations : Automobiling, billiard playing, fishing. Office : 
202 Chamber of Commerce Bldg. Residence: 314 John R St. 

WALKER, Frank Banghart, physician and surgeon; born, Hunter's 
Creek, Mich., Apr. 25, 1867; son of Roger Thomas and Harriet Lucinda 
(Banghart) Walker; graduate Lapeer (Mich.) High School, 1883; Flint 
(Mich.) High School, 1885; University of Michigan, Ph. B., 1890; De- 
troit College of Medicine, M. D., 1892. Married at Monroe, Mich., Sept. 
4, 1894, Hattie Belle Venning, who died June 28, 1902; again, Detroit, 
June 26, 1905, Kate Huntington Jacobs. Has practiced in Detroit since 
Mar., 1892; professor operative and clinical surgery and registrar Detroit 
College of Medicine; professor of surgery Detroit Post Graduate School 
of Medicine; attending surgeon St. Mary's Hospital, Detroit. Editor, 
Physician and Surgeon, of Ann Arbor, Mich., 1889-03. Member Wayne 
County and Michigan State Medical societies, Tri-State, Mississippi 
Valley and American Medical associations. Member Corinthian Lodge 
No. 241, F. & A. M. Recreations: Reading and outdoor diversions. Of- 
fice: 612 Washington Arcade. Residence: 274 Putnam Av. 

WALKER, Frederick W., mechanical engineer; born. New York 
City, Aug. 27, 1874; son of Robert S. and Francis H. (Amermann) 
Walker; educated in Brooklyn public schools, Brooklyn Polytechnic In- 
stitute and Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, N. J. Began act- 
ive career with the Edison Electric Illuminating Co., Brooklyn, as 



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draughtsman, Sept., 1895, and continued until Oct., 1899, at which time 
was steam engineer for the company ; entered employ of Westinghouse, 
Churchill & Co., New York, and was engineer in charge of construction 
of Toledo, Fremont & Norwalk Ry., Fremont, O., and Grand Rapids, 
Grand Haven & Muskegon Ry., Grand Rapids, Mich. ; became member 
of Comstock, Haigh, Walker Co., Detroit, 1902. Vice president and chief 
engineer Comstock, Haigh, Walker Co., and Milwaukee Northern Ry. 
Co., of Wisconsin. Member American Society of Mechanical Engineers, 
American Institute of Electrical Engineers, Alumni Association of Stev- 
ens' Institute of Technology. Served in U. S. Navy in Spanish-American 
War. Clubs: Detroit; Brooklyn Engineers' (Brooklyn, N. Y.). Resi- 
dence : Detroit Club, Detroit, and Port Washington, Ozaukee Co., Wis. 

WALKER, Henry O., physician ; born, Detroit, Dec. 18, 1843 ; son of 
Robert E. and Elizabeth (Lee) Walker; educated in Detroit public 
schools, Albion College, University of Michigan and Bellevue Hospital 
Medical College, M. D., Feb., 1867; married at Detroit, 1872, Gertrude 
Esselstyn. Has been connected with Detroit College of Medicine since 
1869, as secretary, member of faculty and board of trustees, and is now 
professor of surgery ; also surgeon to Harper's and St. Mary's hospitals. 
Ex-city and county physician and ex-member Board of Estimates and 
Board of Health. Member American Medical Association (chairman 
section on surgery), Michigan and Wayne County Medical societies, 
Mississippi Valley Medical Association, American Medical Editors' As- 
sociation, American Medical College Association. Republican. Clubs: 
Detroit, North Channel (president), Detroit B. of C. Recreations: Hunt- 
ing and fishing. Office: 612 Washington Arcade. Residence: 46 Rowena 
Street. 

WALKER, John, manufacturer; born in Sterling, Scotland; son of 
James and Margaret (Sharp) Walker; came to America, 1859; educated 
in Detroit public and high schools, Detroit Commercial College and Uni- 
versity of Michigan; married at Detroit, 1880, Miss Isabel Paton. Has 
been engaged in manufacture of metal goods with the same house, since 
the beginning of his active career; general Tnanager and chief owner of 
Walker Manufacturing and Supply Co.. Member Board of Commerce; 
vice-consul Republic of Paraguay. Mason (32°), Knight Templar, 
Shriner. Club : Fellowcraft. Recreations : Yachting, Automobiling. 
Office: 136-138 Earned St., W. Residence: 47 Edmund PI. 

WALLACE, Hugh, manufacturer ; born. Gait., Can., Oct. 8, 1863 ; 
son of James and Elizabeth (Wells) Wallace ; public school and col- 
legiate education in Canada ; married at Detroit, 1899, Louise Arms. 
Came to Detroit, 1897, and established the Hugh Wallace Co., of which 
is president. Also president Detroit Concrete Stone Co. ; vice president 
Citizens' Savings Bank, Berlin Robe and Clothing Co. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Republican. Presbyterian. Member Masonic or- 
der (32°), Knights Templar, Shrine. Clubs: Detroit Boat, Detroit Golf. 



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Recreation : Traveling. Office : N. Grand Blvd. and Orleans St. Resi- 
dence: 33 Virginia Av. 

WALTENSPERGER, George Henry, president Twentieth Century 
Publishing Co. ; born, Detroit, May 28, 1873 ; son of Christopher and 
Emily (Kull) Waltensperger ; educated in public schools of Detroit; mar- 
ried at Detroit, Oct. 7, 1896, Mabel L. Organ. Began as a boy in employ 
of Detroit Free Press and continued for nineteen years, occupying vari- 
ous positions and resigning, 1902, as chief clerk and advertising manager 
after ten years in those positions ; engaged in advertising, promoting and 
publishing in Detroit, Chicago and New York, with headquarters from 
the start in Detroit; has been president and general manager, since 1900, 
of Twentieth Century Publishing Co., publishers of Twentieth Century 
Review, a monthly magazine having 1,250,000 readers, and also publish- 
ers of books, etc. Secretary and treasurer American Investment Bureau. 
Member B. P. O. E. Clubs: Fellowcraft, Ad Craft. Recreations: Out- 
door sports. Office: 115 State St. Residence: 71 Davenport St. 

WARD, Thomas W., law, real estate and insurance ; born, London, 
Ont., Nov. 9, 1864; son of Jonathan and Sarah Jane (Scott) Ward; edu- 
cated in public schools of Detroit and at Detroit College of Law, gradu- 
ating, degree of LL. B., 1901 ; married at Detroit, Sept. 28, 1887, Eliza- 
beth W. Duncan. Began active career as clerk in grocery store, 1880, 
continuing until 1886; associated in business with his brother, William J., 
and engaged in building homes, 1886-91 ; has been in real estate business 
on his own account since 1891. Member Detroit Real Estate Board. Re- 
publican. Baptist. Member Masonic order, L O. O. F., Maccabees, L O. 
F., Loyal Guard. Recreations: Hunting, fishing and boating. Office: 
37 Buhl Blk. Residence: 576 W. Grand Blvd. 

WARDELL, Fred; born, Toronto, Ont., Mar. 30, 1866; son of O. 
and Mary (Penock) Wardell ; educated in public schools of Detroit; mar- 
ried at Detroit, 1893, Miss Helen F. Williams. Has been a resident of 
Detroit since age of six years ; began business career as clerk with his 
father, title O. Wardell & Sons, and became a member of the firm, 1887, 
in which still continues ; established the Eureka Vibrator Co., manufac- 
turers of vibratory massage machine, 1902, of which is president. Mem- 
ber Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Episcopalian. Member 
Masonic order. Knights Templar, Shrine. Club : Detroit Golf. Office : 
804 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 222 Putnam Av. 

WARNER, Willard E., lawyer; born, Orleans, N. Y., Oct. 14, i860; 
son of Ulysses and Eliza Ann (Jones) Warner; educated in village un- 
graded school until 1878; Canandaigua Academy, three years, 1880-83; 
Law Department, University of Michigan, 1883-84; married at Detroit, 
July 26, 1904, Gertrude A. Friedman. Entered law office of Griffin & 
Warner, Detroit, 1884, and was successively connected with Griffin, War- 
ner, Hunt & Berry; Griffin, Warner & Hunt, and Warner, Codd & War- 
ner, until 1900. Was with Michigan State Tax Commission for one year. 



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in appraisal of taxable properties of the state, and with Professor M. E. 
Cooley under that commission and the authorization of Governor Pin- 
gree, in ascertaining the values of railway and other specific tax-paying 
properties. Has practiced law alone since 1901 ; director The C. H. Lit- 
tle Co., limestone, cement, plaster, sewer pipe, etc. Member Detroit Bar 
Association, Michigan State Bar Association. Republican. Member Ma- 
sonic order (Palestine Lodge). Club: Wayne. Recreations: Culture 
and care of flowers and home surroundings, traveling. Office : 414 Mof- 
fat BIdg. Residence: 97 Brainard St. 

WARREN, Benjamin Streeter, lawyer ; born, Chicago, July 10, 1865 ; 
son of George P. and Amelia Laurenza (Dunwell) Warren ; educated in 
public schools of Detroit and at Yale Law School, graduating, LL. B., 
1886; married, Goshen, Ind., June 29, 1904, Miss Romague Latta. Began 
practice in Detroit, 1886, in offices of Dickinson, Thurber & Hosmer, and 
since 1900 has been member of firms of Dickinson, Warren & Warren, 
and Dickinson, Stevenson, Cullen, Warren & Butzel ; director and general 
counsel, Detroit, Toledo & Ironton Ry. Co., Ann Arbor Railroad Com- 
pany and Steamship Lines. President Hutchins Car Roofing Co. ; presi- 
dent Detroit Mailing Machine Co. ; director National Bank of Com- 
merce, Mexican Crude Rubber Co., Detroit. Democrat. Baptist. Mem- 
ber Detroit and Michigan Bar associations, Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Clubs: Detroit, Country, Detroit Boat, Caledon Mountain Club (di- 
rector), Detroit Racquet and Curling (director), Boylston, Yondotega. 
Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 606 Union Trust Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 166 Lafayette Blvd. 

WARREN, Charles A., banking; born. Stow, Mass., Apr. 26, 1846; 
son of Francis Warland and Lucy Ann (Forbush) Warren; educated in 
grammar and high schools, Stow, and Auburndale School of Boys ; mar- 
ried at Stow, June 19, 1869, Mary E. Whitney. Came to Detroit, 1865; 
director and has been cashier Dime Savings Bank since Sept., 1891. Re- 
publican. Congregationalist. Member Masonic order, Blue Lodge, 
Chapter, Knights Templar (Scottish Rite) ; Commander of Detroit Com- 
mandery No. i. Knights Templar, 1892; Grand Commander Grand Com- 
mandery Knights Templar of Michigan, 1907. Office: Dime Savings 
Bank. Residence : 789 Cass Av. 

WARREN, Charles B., lawyer; born, Bay City, Mich., Apr. 10, 1870; 
son of Robert L. and Caroline (Beecher) Warren; graduate University 
of Michigan, degree of Ph. B., 1891 ; read law in offices of Don M. Dick- 
inson and attended Detroit College of Law in 1893, receiving degree of 
LL. B. ; married at Detroit, Dec. 4, 1902, Miss Helen Wetmore. Has been 
engaged in practice in Detroit since 1892 ; was associated with Don M. 
Dickinson, in the firm of Dickinson, Warren & Warren, until 1900, after 
which became a member law firm of Shaw, Warren, Cady & Oakes. 
Appointed by U. S. government, 1896, as associate counsel for the United 
States before the Joint High Commission, to determine the Behring Sea 
claims. Member Michigan State and Detroit Bar associations, Ameri- 



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can Society of International Law (member executive council). Director 
Old Detroit National Bank, National Bank of Commerce, American Ex- 
change National Bank ; president Ad^ichigan Sugar Co., Iowa Sugar Co., 
Carver County (Minn.) Sugar Co.; director Franklin Steamship Co., 
Detroit Legal News. Republican. Episcopalian. Clubs : Detroit, Coun- 
try, Yondotega, Caledon Mountain Club, Huron Mountain Club ; Uni- 
versity (New York). Office: Union Trust Bldg. Residence: 825 Jef- 
ferson Av. 

WARREN, Charles Woodbury, dealer in jewelry; born, Portland, 
Me., June 16, 1863; son of Charles and Mary A. (Day) Warren; edu- 
cated in common schools, public schools of Philadelphia, Pa., and at Ger- 
mantown Academy, Germantown, Pa. ; married at Detroit, Apr. 12, 1889, 
Florence Adelin Wood. Was in employ of George W. Smith & Co., Phil- 
adelphia, previous to 1882; removed to St. Louis, 1882, and was then con- 
nected with Mermod, Jaccard & Co. ; located in Detroit, 1887, and since 
Sept. I, 1902, has been at the head of Charles W, Warren & Co. Member 
Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican, Presbyterian. Member Sons 
of American Revolution. Club : Detroit Boat, Recreation : Boating. 
Office : Washington Arcade. Residence : Charlevoix Apts. 

WARREN, Edward J., Cuban lands, development of Cuban fruit 
lands; born, Burnett Junction, Wis., May 15, 1862; son of Job and Sarah 
Diantha (Kingsbury) Warren; educated in Bay City (Mich.) High 
School ; married at Detroit, Oct. 27, 1886, Bertha Walker. Began active 
career as clerk in grocery, at London, Ont. ; came to Detroit and entered 
photograph business, 1882, being connected at times with Holcombe & 
Alvord, F. N. Tomlinson and C. H. Smith, all old-time photographers ; 
removed to Poughkeepsie, N, Y., and conducted a photograph gallery for 
two years; then was superintendent of agents, in the field, for the or- 
dinary branch of the Prudential Life Insurance Co. ; returned to Detroit 
and opened the state for the Provident Life and Trust Co, of Philadel- 
phia, continuing as state agent for three years, during which period was 
vice president of the National Underwriters' Association one term ; then 
organized the C. M. Hayes Photo Co. ; became interested in Tropical 
lands and began in stock brokerage business, 1899; organized the Cuban 
Development Co. and the Santiago de Cuba Plantation Co., for growing 
citrous fruit in Cuba, and is vice president of both companies. Former- 
ly member Detroit Light Guard. Member Masonic order, Knights of 
Pythias. Recreation: Golf. Office: 301-303 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 
697 Milwaukee Av., W, 

WARREN, Homer, real estate and insurance; postmaster of De- 
troit; born, Shelby, Mich., Dec. i, 1855; son of Rev. S. E. and Ellen (Da- 
vis) Warren ; educated in public schools and at Albion College, Albion, 
Mich. ; married at Detroit, Dec. 9, 1879, Susie M. Leach, Located in De- 
troit at age of 17 and began business career in employ of J, M, Arnold & 
Co., books and stationery, where he remained for six years ; appointed 
deputy collector of customs at Detroit and later was made cashier of the 



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customs office ; entered real estate business alone, 1886, continuing until 
1892, when he organized firm of Homer Warren & Co., which still con- 
tinues, the members being self, Cullen Brown and Charles R. Walker. 
Was appointed postmaster of Detroit by President Roosevelt and re- 
ceived his commission Jan. 15, 1906; has been postmaster since Mar. i, 
1906. Republican (active worker in party for many years and treasurer 
Republican State Central Committee). Methodist. Mason. Clubs: Fel- 
lowcraft (formerly member board of governors), Michigan, Detroit, St. 
Clair Flats Fishing and Gun, Country, Detroit Golf, Detroit Automobile. 
Recreations : Hunting, fishing, golf, automobiling. Office : Chamber of 
Commerce Bldg. Residence : Charlevoix Apts. 

WARREN, Wadsworth, physician; born. Elk Rapids, Mich., Dec. 
23, 1864; son of Rev. Lercy (D. D.) and Frances A. (Wadsworth) War- 
ren; educated in Preparatory Department Olivet College to 1880; Olivet 
College, graduating, degree of A. B., 1886, A. M., 1889; Medical Depart- 
ment, University of Michigan, degree of M. D., 1889; post-graduate 
course, University of Vienna, 1895, University of Heidelberg, Germany, 
1896; married at Flint, Mich., Feb. 14, 1895, Adelaide Fenton Birdsall. 
Began in practice at Kalamazoo, Mich., 1889; practiced at Flint, Mich., 
1891-94, and in Detroit since 1896. Member Detroit Academy of Medi- 
cine (president), Wayne County and Michigan State Medical societies, 
American Medical Association, American Academy of Medicine. Re- 
publican. Clubs : Detroit, University, Country, Detroit Boat. Recrea- 
tion : Yachting. Office : 712 Washington Arcade, Detroit. Residence : 
Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich. 

WARREN, William Harrington, clergyman ; born, Westborough, 
Mass., Aug. II, 1840; son of Horatio and Lucinda Fisher (Harrington) 
Warren ; educated public schools of Westborough ; N. T. Allen's School, 
West Newton, Mass.; A. B., Harvard, 1865, A.M., 1868; graduate 
Andover Theological Seminary, Andover, Mass., 1868; received honorary 
degree of D. D. from Olivet College, Olivet, Mich., 1896; married at An- 
dover, July 28, 1870, Mary Angeline Jackson. Ordained to ministry of 
Congregational Church at St. Louis, 1869; pastor Plymouth Congrega- 
tional Church, St. Louis, 1869-72, Pilgrim Congregational Church, Cleve- 
land, 1872-75, First Congregational Church, Springfield, O., 1875-87, Vine 
Street Congregational Church, Cincinnati, 1887-94; superintendent Con- 
gregational Home Missions in Michigan, 1894-1906; pastor Fort Street 
Congregational Church, Detroit, since Mar. i, 1907. Residence: 1190 
Lafayette Av. 

WASMUND, Leberecht, cut stone contractor; born, Province of 
Brandenburg, Germany, July 14, 1863 ; son of Charles and Minnie (Mil- 
ler) Wasmund; came to Detroit with parents, 1870; educated in parochial 
schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, 1885, Margaret Maul. Has been 
a member of the firm of Batchelder & Wasmund since 1895. Member 
Detroit Board of Commerce. Recreations : Baseball and football. Of- 
fice : 70 E. Atwater St. Residence : 441 Elmwood Av. 



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WATERMAN, Cameron Beach, lawyer, manufacturer; born, De- 
troit, Dec. 20, 1878; son of Cameron D. and Elizabeth H. (Beach) Wa- 
terman ; educated in Detroit public and high schools, Detroit School for 
Boys ; Yale University, graduating, B. A,, 1901 ; LL. B., Yale Law School, 
1904; married, Pittsburg, Pa., 1904, Miss Lois F. Miller. Admitted to the 
bar. New Haven, Conn., June, 1904; returned to Detroit, began practice 
and has devoted his attention mostly to patent cases. Invented the Wa- 
terman outboard motor and organized the Waterman Marine Motor Co., 
1906, manufacturers of marine and stationary engines, of which is presi- 
dent. Republican. Presbyterian. Member D. K. E. junior fraternity, 
and senior society Wolf's Head. Clubs : Detroit Country, Detroit Motor 
Boat; Yale (New York). Recreations: Motoring, boating, baseball, ten- 
nis and fishing. Office: 1506 Fort St., W. Residence: 193 Burns Av. 

WATSON, Milton Tate, orthodontist; born, Lyndon, Mich., Jan. 
16, 1872 ; son of Tate and Harriet (Sellers) Watson ; educated in schools 
of Dexter, Mich., Goshen, Ind., Jackson, Mich., and at University of 
Michigan, graduating, D. D. S., 1893 ; married at Ypsilanti, Mich., Nov. 
27, 1895, Genevieve Cherrington Ryan. Practiced general dentistry at 
Bay City, Mich., 1893-1901 ; took up special practice (orthodontia) in De- 
troit, 1901. Taught clinical orthodontia in the Angle School of Ortho- 
dontia, St. Louis, during its early history ; special lecturer on orthodon- 
tia at University of Michigan since 1903. Member American Society of 
Orthodontists (ex-president). Institute of Stomatology (New York), 
Michigan Dental Association, First District Dental Society, Delta Sigma 
Delta ; ex-president Saginaw Valley Dental Society. Mason. Clubs : 
Detroit Boat, Automobile. Recreation: Motoring. Office: 270 Wood- 
ward Av. Residence : The Eldorado. 

WATTS, Will W., life insurance ; born, Ann Arbor, Mich., Nov. 8, 
1862; son of Benjamin F. and Evaline (Webster) Watts; educated in 
public and high schools of Ann Arbor; married at Ann Arbor, June 24, 
1886, Carrie B. Benham. Was engaged in jewelry business at Ann Arbor 
until 1896, when he became connected with New York Life Insurance 
Co. ; removed to Detroit as solicitor for the company, 1898; was promoted 
to agency director, at Portland, Ore., 1901, served in same capacity at 
Utica, N. Y., and since 1904 has been in charge at Detroit. Member Co. 
A, First Regiment, Michigan National Guard, for nine years, attaining 
rank of lieutenant and battalion adjutant; was deputy postmaster at Ann 
Arbor four and one-half years. Republican. Episcopalian. Mason, 
Knight Templar, Shriner (Potentate). Club: Fellowcraft. Office: 1214 
Majestic Bldg. Residence: 'J22 Cass Av. 

WAY, Edwin C, manufacturer; born, Marshall, Mich., Dec. 21, 
1850; son of James Atkins and Anna Malvina (Post) Way; educated in 
public schools of Marshall ; unmarried. Has been connected with to- 
bacco business since 1872 ; began with Scotten, Lovett & Co., later Dan- 
iel Scotten & Co. ; was for two years in New York with the American 
Tobacco Co. ; became identified with the Scotten-Dillon Co., 1901, and 



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is now president of the company. Member Detroit Chamber of Com- 
merce. Republican. Episcopalian. Mason. Office: Cor. ist and Cam- 
pau Sts. Residence: 1085 ist St., W. 

WEADOCK, Thomas A. E., lawyer; born, Ireland, Jan. i, 1850; 
son of Lewis and Mary (Cullen) Weadock; came to America with par- 
ents, 1850; educated in district school in Ohio and St. Mary's Union 
School; married, 1874, Mary E. Tarsney, who died, 1889; again, in 1893, 
Nannie E. Curtiss. Studied law, was admitted to the bar and began prac- 
tice at Bay City, Mich., 1874; has practiced in Detroit since 1895. Vice 
president Drake Law Book Co. ; director Commercial Bank, Bay City. 
Served two years in Michigan Militia and was honorably discharged; 
prosecuting attorney two years ; mayor Bay City, 1883-85 ; representa- 
tive in Congress, Bay City, four years, 1891-95. Democrat; delegate-at- 
large Democratic National Convention, 1896. Member American Bar 
Association, Michigan State Bar Association, Detroit Bar Association. 
Roman Catholic. Club : Detroit. Recreations : Horseback riding and 
collection of books, especially those relating to Napoleon Bonaparte and 
Andrew Jackson. Office: Hammond Bldg. Residence: 53 Woodward 
Terrace. 

WEBB, George Herbert, railway official ; born, Dubuque, la., Mar. 
5, i860; son of George and Emma (Alder) Webb; graduate Pennsylvania 
Military College, degree of C. E., 1880; widower. Began active career 
as rodman Baltimore & Ohio Rd. ; then tested steel for the Brooklyn 
Bridge and later acted as level and transit man for Pittsburgh Southern 
Ry. and Pittsburgh Western Rd.; was city engineer, Johnstown, Pa., 
1883; engineer Johnson Steel Rail Co., 1884-85; assistant engineer C, B. 
& O. R. R., 1885-88; located and built portions of Seattle, Lake Shore 
& Eastern Rd., in Washington Territory, 1888; constructed government 
railways in Chili, South America, 1889-91 ; was division engineer Central 
Railway of Peru (formerly Aroya R. R.), and built a division of the road 
through the Cordilleras de los Andes at an altitude of 15,657 feet above 
the sea level (this road has fifty-seven tunnels in seventy miles). Re- 
turned to United States, 1893, and was in private practice until 1897, 
when he became chief engineer Cincinnati, Georgetown & Portsmouth 
Rd., continuing until 1899; was roadmaster Big Four, and Chicago & 
Alton railways, 1899-01 ; engineer in charge construction Baring Cross 
shops, Iron Mountain Rd., Arkansas, 1901-02; since Jan., 1903, has been 
with Michigan Central R. R. consecutively on Ostemo diversion, division 
engineer Middle division, assistant chief engineer in charge of surveys, 
construction and maintenance of way, and since Jan. 16, 1905, chief 
engineer Michigan Central R. R. Member American Society of Civil 
Engineers, American Railway Engineering and Maintenance of Way 
Association, National Geographers' Society, Detroit Engineering 
Society. Republican. Episcopalian. Clubs: Transportation (Detroit 
and Buffalo); Detroit Golf. Recreations: Golf, fishing. Office: 21 
Mich. Cent. Depot. Residence: 430 Cass Av. 



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WEBB, Raymond Simpson; born in Gloucestershire, England, 
Feb. 5, 1846; son of James and Susanna (Simpson) Webb; educated in 
England; came to Detroit, 1871 ; married at Detroit, 1875, Mrs. Ann 
Sowersby Stringer. Began active career in meat business and started 
in his own name, 1873 ; built plant on location he now occupies, in 
1876. Office and residence: 269-285 Grand River Av. 

WEBSTER, Arthur, lawyer; born, Montrose, la., Apr. 15, 1871 ; 
son of George and Cornelia M. (Allen) Webster; educated in public 
schools ; Law Department, University of Michigan, degree of LL. B., 
1892; unmarried. Has practiced in Detroit since the beginning of his 
professional career ; served as assistant corporation counsel for five years 
and assistant prosecuting attorney for three years ; member of firm of 
Chamberlain, May, Denby & Webster. Member Detroit Bar Associa- 
tion, Sigma Chi. Clubs: Detroit Boat, Detroit Racquet and Curling. 
Recreations: Rowing, baseball and tennis. Office: 416-417 Mof¥at Bldg. 
Residence: 363 Cass Av. 

WEBSTER, Clyde I., lawyer; born, Eaton Rapids, Mich., Aug. 
10, 1877; son of Hiram P. (a prominent Michigan lumberman) and Sarah 
J. (Pickerd) Webster; graduate Eaton Rapids High School, 1895; at- 
tended University of Michigan six years, graduating from Literary De- 
partment, degree of Ph. B., 1899, and from Law Department, degree of 
LL. B., June, 1901 ; married at Eaton Rapids, Sept. 4, 1901, Edith May 
Hughes. Began practice in Detroit, June, 1901, in office of which the 
present firm is Dickinson, Stevenson, Cullen, Warren & Butzel, con- 
tinuing until November, 1904, when he became member of firm of Choate 
& Webster, which firm still continues, doing a general law business — 
commercial, corporation, insurance and probate law. Republican. Mem- 
ber Corinthian Lodge, A. F. & A. M., King Cyrus Chapter, Detroit 
Commandery No. i. Knights Templar ; K. O. T. M. of the World, Modern 
Woodmen of America, Sigma Alpha Epsilon (college fraternity). Office: 
911 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 143 Sidney Av. 

WEIDNER, Paul; born, Breslau, Prussia, Germany, Aug. 12, 1848; 
son of Johannes Weidner; educated in Germany; came to America, 1866; 
married at New York City, 1875, Miss Sophia Bostel. Came to Detroit 
from New York City, 1877, and entered business as importer and dealer 
in hops, etc. ; admitted his two sons, Paul, Jr., and William, to part- 
nership, Jan. I, 1907, under firm name of Paul Weidner & Sons, which 
still continues; also vice president Michigan Sulphite Fibre Co. Demo- 
crat; nominated for city treasurer on Democratic ticket, 1892. Member 
B. P. O. E., associate member Detroit Post No. 384, G. A. R., Harmonic 
Society. Recreation : Farming. Office : 350-352 Gratiot Av. Residence : 
71 E. Forest A v. 

WEIL, Charles L., consulting engineer; born in Massachusetts; 
educated in high school, Harvard College and Massachusetts Institute of 
Technology, graduating, degree of M. E., 1888; married at Bethlehem, 



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Pa., 1893, El^^ Bass. Began active career in employ of Johnstown (Pa.) 
Steel Co., 1888; was with firm of Worthington & Blake, pump manu- 
facturers, Cambridge, Mass., and Brooklyn, N. Y., 1889-92; instructor 
Lehigh University, Bethlehem, Pa., and consulting engineer, 1892-94; 
professor mechanical engineering State College, Lansing, Mich., 1894- 
1902 ; director mechanical department, same college, and acting as con- 
sulting engineer at Detroit, 1902-07. Member American Society of 
Mechanical Engineers, Michigan Engineering Society, Detroit Engineer- 
ing Society. Club: University. Office: 616 Union Trust Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 146 Alexandrine Av., W. 

WEIL, Herbert, cigar manufacturer; born. New York City, Jan. 
31, 1881 ; son of Isadore and Clara (Rosenberger) Weil; educated in 
Detroit public and high schools; married at Detroit, 1904, Miss Daisy 
Roemer; became connected with the San Telmo Cigar Manufacturing 
Co. as cashier, 1905, and has been treasurer since Jan. i, 1907. Secre- 
tary Detroit Machine and Manufacturing Co. Republican. Jewish faith. 
Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : 540-550 Forest Av., E. Resi- 
dence: 256 W. Hancock Av. 

WELCH, John M., real estate ; born, Algonac, Mich., Oct. 23, 1867 ; 
son of John L. and Bridget E. (Bagley) Welch; educated in public 
schools of Minnesota, 1877-80; schools of Algonac and Marine City, 
Mich., 1880-86; Detroit Business University, 1886; married at Detroit, 
Sept. 16, 1890, Lizzie V. Kean. Began active career as clerk for P. A. 
Billings, Detroit, 1887; was admitted to partnership in firm, 1888, 
and the firm became P. A. Billings & Co., which continued until 1893; 
then associated with brother, Thomas H. Welch, in real estate business 
under title of Welch Bros. Republican. Catholic. Member Knights 
of Columbus, Knights of Equity. Recreation : Gardening. Office : Ham- 
mond Bldg. Residence: 53 Virginia Av. 

WELCH, Thomas H., real estate; born on a farm in St. Clair Co., 
Mich., Sept. 10, i860; son of John L. and Bridget E. (Bagley) Welch; 
educated in public schools of Michigan ; married at Detroit, Apr. 16, 
1895, Marion Craig. Began in real estate business in 1889, was joined 
by his brother, 1893, firm of Welch Bros. Republican as to politics. 
Vice president Detroit Real Estate Board ; member of Board of Com- 
merce. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: Hammond Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 231 E. Warren Av. 

WELLS, Benjamin Arthur; born, Detroit, Jan. 2, 1867; son of Job 
and Mary (Lees) Wells; educated in public schools and Spencerian Col- 
lege; married at Detroit, Sept. 14, 1893, Nettie J. Turver. Was in law 
office of Corliss & Andrus for two years and Detroit Electrical Works 
nine months as stenographer ; became identified with insurance business, 
Sept. 28, 1886, in office of L. F. Margah until 1892, when he became 
partner in the business; has been manager of the firm, Margah & 
Wells, since 1901. Member Detroit Fire Underwriters' Association. Re- 



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publican. Episcopalian. Member Masonic order, Knights Templar. 
Recreations: Outdoor diversions. Office: 902-904 Majestic Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 272 Avery Av. 

WELfT, Louis; born, Bavaria, Germany, July 7, 1854; son of 
Jacob and Eva (May) Welt; educated in Germany; came to U. S., 1872; 
married at Monroe, Mich., 1879, Matilda Meyerfield. Engaged in dry 
goods business in Indiana for more than twenty years ; came to Detroit, 
1894, and established in wholesale paper business ; now senior member 
of Welt & Sons Paper Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Re- 
publican. Hebrew. Member Masonic order. Club : Phoenix. Office : 
37-39 Earned St., W. Residence: 70 Hancock Av., E. 

WENDELL, John Henry, for twenty years a prominent grain com- 
mission merchant of Detroit and an early president of the Detroit Board 
of Trade; was born at Fort Plain, N. Y., July 10, 1842; son of John I. 
and Nancy (Diefendorf) Wendell; educated in local public schools and 
at Fort Edwards Seminary, N. Y. Became a practical pharmacist under 
the tuition of his brother at Amsterdam, N. Y. Enlisted, Aug. 15, 1862, 
in the 115th N. Y. Volunteers, and served as a noncommissioned medical 
staff officer until the close of the Civil War; mustered out, July 11, 
1865 ; has been a member of the Detroit Post, G. A. R., since its organi- 
zation. Coming to Detroit in 1865, he soon after became manager of the 
Virginia Tobacco Co. ; in 1869 he engaged in the grain commission busi- 
ness as junior partner of the firm of A. G. Hibbard & Co.; in 1872 he 
purchased the interest of his partner and organized the firm of John H. 
Wendell & Co., continuing the business until 1889; in 1890 he organized 
the Woven Wire Machinery Co., Chicago, of which he was president; in 
1892 he became interested in the manufacture of laundry machinery and 
organized and was president of the Mercantile Laundry Co. 
of Chicago; in 1896 he purchased important laundry interests 
in Detroit, which were subsequently reorganized as the Colonial 
Laundry Co., of which he has been owner and president since 
reorganization. He is vice president of the American Concrete Steel 
Co., and director in the Colonial Quicksilver Mining Co. of 
Arizona. In 1872 he was appointed by the Governor of Michigan state 
delegate to convention of the National Board of Trade, Atlanta, Ga. 
Chosen president of the Detroit Board of Trade in 1880, he was re-elected 
in 1881 in recognition of valuable services. Member of the Detroit 
Board of Commerce. In the early 70's he was invited by the Citizens' 
Republican Committee to accept the nomination of mayor of Detroit, 
but declined owing to pressure of a rapidly growing business. Fond 
of outdoor sports, he took an active part in reorganizing the Detroit 
Boat Club, which, under his presidency, built a new club house and 
markedly increased and strengthened its social standing. He was one 
of the founders of the Detroit Club. Mr. Wendell married at Am- 
sterdam, N. Y., in 1874, Miss Ella Howe Visscher. He and his family 



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are members of the Woodward Av. Baptist Congregation of Detroit. 
Office: 176 Congress St., E. Residence: 159 Fort St., W. 

WERNEKEN, Frank Stevens; born, Jersey City, N. J., Nov. 16, 
1850; son of Francis J. and Mary A. (Brennan) Werneken; educated 
in public schools of Detroit and at Goldsmith Business University; mar- 
ried at Chicago, 1873, Miss Helen R, Scott. Came to Detroit, i860; 
began under his uncle, John Brennan, 1869, in same shop with which he 
has since been connected; succeeded in charge of the business, upon 
the death of uncle, 1890, as president John Brennan & Co., founded, 
1847, incorporated, 1882, manufacturers of steam boilers. Also director 
American Exchange National Bank. Former member Michigan Naval 
Reserves (paymaster until 1898). Member Detroit Board of Commerce. 
Republican. Mason. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Boat, Country, Old Club, 
Racquet and Curling, Automobile. Recreations: All outdoor sports. 
Office: 24th and 25th Sts. and M. C. R. R. Residence: 69 Palmer Av. 

WEST, Frank; born, Indianapolis, Oct. 9, 1859; son of George H. 
and Susan Virginia (Streitcher) West; educated in public schools of 
Indianapolis. Began active career in service of the Canada Southern 
Ry., at Indianapolis; came to Detroit, 1886, and assisted in organizing 
firm of Baird & West, merchandise brokers. Member Detroit Board of 
Commerce. Republican. Episcopalian. Clubs : Commercial, Detroit, 
Country, Detroit Boat, North Channel. Recreations : Golf, boating and 
other outdoor sports. Office : 149 Jefferson Av. Residence : 855 Cass Av. 

WEST, George M. ; born, Indianapolis, Ind., Apr. 7, 1869; son 
of George H. and Susan (Streitcher) West; educated high school and 
Sewell's Military Academy, Indianapolis ; unmarried. Has been a resi- 
dent of Detroit since 1891, when he entered the brokerage business, 
continuing for fifteen years in his own name ; has been manager A. O'. 
Brown & Co., bankers and brokers, of New York, since January, 1907. 
Clubs : Detroit, Country, Detroit Boat, Fellowcraft, Automobile, Detroit 
Golf. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 213-214 Majestic Bldg. 
Residence: 855 Cass Av. 

WESTCOTT, John Ward, ship reporter and broker ; born, Warners- 
ville, Mich., Dec. 19, 1848; son of David H. and Mary Jane (Ward) 
Westcott; educated in public schools of Michigan; married at Detroit, 
Dec. 30, 1878, Henrietta E. Crane. Began active career as cabin boy on 
passenger steamer on Great Lakes ; held all positions up to master of 
vessel ; home post at Marine City, Mich., until 1874, when removed to 
Detroit; agent for Pittsburg Steamship Co., boats of Pickands-Mather 
Co. and other steamship lines. Alderman, 4th ward, Detroit, 1884-85. 
Episcopalian. Republican. Recreation: Traveling. Office: 8 Wood- 
ward Av. Residence : 142 W. Hancock Av. 

WETHERBEE, George C, manufacturer and jobber; born. Har- 
vard, Mass., July 27, 1840; son of Zophar and Sarah (Collidge) Weth- 
erbee ; educated in public schools of Massachusetts ; married at Harvard, 



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Mass., January, 1867, Mary E. Phelps. Began active career as clerk in 
provision store, at Boston, 1858; enlisted in Co. H, 23d Massachusetts 
Volunteers, 1861, was appointed first lieutenant and quartermaster of the 
regiment by John A. Andrews, governor of Massachusetts, in spring of 
1863, and commisisoned captain and commissary subsistence, U. S. 
Vols., by Abraham Lincoln, 1863 ; resigned after close of war and was 
brevetted major; came to Detroit and entered produce business, 1865, 
later in grocery business as Farquhar & Wetherbee, sold out and 
bought into wholesale wooden and willow ware business of William 
Saxby & Co., 1869; firm became George C. Wetherbee & Co., 1873, in- 
corporated, 1882; has been president and general manager of the com- 
pany since its incorporation. Also president United States Truck & 
Brush Co. ; vice president Standard Savings and Loan Association. 
President Boys' Temporary Home, of the d' Arcambal Home of Indus- 
try Association ; member Board of Managers State Soldiers' Home, 
Grand Rapids, for past nine years; ex-member Detroit Board o£ Park 
Commissioners; member Board of Commerce, and of The Wholesalers' 
Association of Detroit. Member New England Society, Sons of Revo- 
lution, Loyal Legion, and Post No. 348, G. A. R. Clubs: Old, Detroit 
Golf, Detroit Boat. Republican. Unitarian. Recreation: Gardening. 
Office: 49-51 Jefferson Av. Residence: 'j'j'j Cass Av. 

WETHERBEE, William Henry, lawyer; born. Stone Hill, Medina 
Co., O., Sept. 8, 1858; son of Cyrus W. and Hannah M. (Thomas) 
Wetherbee ; educated in public schools of Cleveland and private and 
night schools of Detroit; married, Detroit, Oct. 15, 1888, Martha M. 
Noble. Came to Detroit with parents, 1870 ; began study of law in office 
of Claude N. Riopelle at 19 and continued for one year; studied in office 
of Horace E. Burt nearly a year when he entered employ of Lester 
Peacock, in coal and wood business, to recuperate financially; continued 
in commercial business for twelve years, at the same time continuing the 
study of law; was admitted to the bar, 1891, and has since practiced in 
Detroit; instructor, member board of trustees and treasurer Detroit 
College of Law; director Simon J. Murphy Co., Murphy Heater Co., 
Murphy Power Co., Murphy Storage and Ice Co. Chief census enu- 
merator, 1894; member Michigan legislature, 1897-98. Republican. Con- 
gregationalist. Member Detroit and Michigan State Bar Associations. 
Mason. Club : Y. M. C. A. Recreations : Automobiling, power boating. 
Office: Penobscot Bldg. Residence: 59 Langley Av. 

WETZEL, Bernard C, architect; born, Zilwaukee, Mich., Mar. 18, 
1876; son of Ernest and Mary A. (Huss) Wetzel; educated in Saginaw 
(Mich.) public and high schools; married at Detroit, 1901, Miss Mary 
Winter. Began active career by learning carpenter's trade, which he 
followed for four years in Northern Michigan and Detroit ; entered upon 
study of architecture, 1895, and followed it in offices of representative 
architects at Detroit; has been in office for himself as B. C. Wetzel & 
Co., since January, 1907. Director of the Detroit Steam Engine Co. 



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Member Detroit Architectural Club. Lutheran as to church affiliation. 
Office: 404-405 Hammond, Bldg. Residence: 65 High St., E. 

WHAN, Thomas Hooper, dry goods; born, Chatham, Ont., Dec. 
I, 1868; son of James and Catherine (King) Whan; educated in public 
schools and collegiate institute, Chatham, and military academy, London, 
Ont. ; married at Detroit, Dec. 25, 1894, Miss Eleanor Henning. Came 
to Detroit, 1885, and began active career as clerk with McClellan Dry 
Goods Co. ; entered employ of William H. Elliott, as salesman, 1889, 
later became department manager and has been vice president of the 
company since its incorporation, 1901. Republican. Presbyterian. Mem- 
ber Masonic order. Clubs: Detroit Athletic, Detroit Curling. Recrea- 
tions : General athletic sports. Office : 207-209 Woodward Av. Resi- 
dence: 21 Prentis Av. 

WHEELER, Eben S., U. S. assistant engineer since 1867; born 
in Wayne County, Pa., Aug. 27, 1839; son of Ransom and Adeline 
Wheeler; graduated Michigan University, C. E., 1867; B. S., 1897; 
married at Detroit, Clara P. Fuller. Engineer in construction of Sault 
Ste. Marie locks ; chief engineer Nicaragua Canal Commission of 1897, 
since then in U. S. Engineers' office, Detroit. Member American Society 
Civil Engineers, Michigan Society of Engineers, Detroit Engineering 
Society. Clubs: University, Old, Detroit Golf. Office: Jones Bldg. 
Residence : 76 Delaware Av. 

WHEELER, Edgar S. ; patent attorney; born, Dowagiac, Mich., 
Nov. 5, 1859; educated in public schools of Dowagiac and Niles; read 
law in the office of J. W. Finney, Detroit. Commenced patent practice 
in 1888 and has since practiced in Detroit, specializing as patent solicitor 
and expert in patent causes. Republican. Unitarian. Club : Fellow- 
craft. Office : 72-73 Buhl Blk., Detroit. Residence : y6 Pingree Av., 
Detroit; summer cottage, St. Clair Flats, Mich. 

WHEELER, Frank D., physician ; born, Kendallville, Ind., Aug. 5, 
1855; son of Heman H. and Loretta (Mather) Wheeler; educated in 
public and high schools, Kendallville, graduating, 1874; taught school in 
Noble Co., Ind., 1875-76; studied commercial course at Kalamazoo, 
Mich., 1876; M. D., Detroit Medical College, 1880; post-graduate study, 
Edinburgh, Scotland, 1895 ; married at Ithaca, N. Y., June 4, 1895, Ella 
A. Kingsley. In general practice in Detroit since 1881. Republican. 
Protestant. Member American Medical Association, Michigan State and 
Wayne County Medical societies. Recreations : Traveling, fishing. Ad- 
dress: 151 E. High St. 

WHELAN, John Brown, collector of customs ; born in Lenawee Co., 
Mich., Mar. 26, i860; son of Alvinza and Adelia (Wetherell) Whelan; 
educated in public schools and at University of Michigan; married at 
Tecumseh, Mich., Mar. 26, 1884, Myra Reynolds. Studied law, was ad- 
mitted to the bar and began practice at Detroit, 1884; associated in 
practice with Gen. Henry M. Duffield until 1888 and then was appointed 



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assistant prosecuting attorney under James V. D. Willcox ; was partner 
in law firm of Willcox & Whelan, 1890-92; served as police justice, 
1892-July, 1905, and as police commissioner, July, 1905-March, 1906; 
has been collector of customs for the port of Detroit since Mar. i, 1906. 
Member Michigan National Guard, 1882-85. Republican. Member De- 
troit Board of Commerce. Mason, Knight Templar (Detroit Com- 
mandery) ; member B. P. O. E. Recreation: Trout fishing. Office: 
Federal Bldg. Residence: 286 Merrick Av. 

WHELDEN, Frank H., secretary and treasurer Detroit Emery 
Wheel Co.; born, Proctorsville, Vt., Nov. 29, 1869; son of James H. 
and Rilla L. (Giddings) Whelden ; educated in public schools of Detroit; 
married at Ypsilanti, Mich., Aug. 10, 1892, Lillian M. Hopkins. Left 
school at 15 and entered employ of hardware firm of Charles A. Strelinger 
& Co. ; was made assistant superintendent, Detroit Emery Wheel Co., at 
21, and three years later became superintendent; since June 9, 1904, has 
been secretary and treasurer of the company, manufacturers of grinding 
machinery and of grinding wheels made of emery, corundum and car- 
bo-alumina. Republican. Unitarian. Member Oriental Lodge No. 240, 
A. F. & A. M. Clubs: Detroit Automobile, Detroit Golf, Detroit Bowl- 
ing. Recreation : Automobiling. Office : Field and Jefferson Avs. 
Residence: 121 Field Av. 

WHIPPLE, Frank E., lawyer ; born. Bunker Hill Township, Ingham 
Co., Mich., Sept. 16, 1874; son of Henry P. and Juliet (Nash) Whipple; 
graduate Belding (Mich.) High School, 1894; State Normal School, 
Ypsilanti, 1897; Dramatic Academy, New York City, 1903; Detroit 
College of Law, 1905, degree of LL. B.; unmarried. Began active 
career as a school teacher; taught one year at Starrville, Mich., 1895, 
one year in Joliet, 111., one year principal Marseilles (111.) High School 
(on university list), two years principal Ecorse (Mich.) graded schools; 
one year instructor in Methodius' Seminarius (a seminary) Detroit; 
had charge of public play ground, Detroit; theatrical actor part of two 
seasons; has engaged in practice of law since 1905. Served ten months 
in Spanish-American War and was honorably discharged as corporal 
Co. M, 35th Michigan Regiment. School board attorney; special as- 
sessor. Nominated as candidate for Constitutional Convention, Wayne 
Co., 1907. Democrat. Member A. F. & A. M., Woodmen of the World, 
and A. O. F. Club : Shakespeare. Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : 
Suite 311 Majestic Bldg. Residence: Kercheval and St. Clair Avs. 

WHIPPLE, George W., president The Advance Lumber and 
Shingle Co. ; born, Novi, Mich., May 15, 1873 ; son of O. M. and Lucretia 
Whipple; educated in public schools of Novi, Northville, and State 
Normal School, Ypsilanti, Mich. Began active career with his father 
in 1893, becoming a partner in the Whipple Lumber Co. in 1896; estab- 
lished yard at Farmington in 1901, selling out all interests in retail 
business in 1907; was for six years traveling representative of Fred C. 
Ross, wholesale lumber, Detroit; assisted in organizing The Advance 



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Lumber and Shingle Co., Dec. i, 1905, incorporated, December 1906, of 
which he has been president since time of incorporation. Member 
Michigan Lumber, Sash and Door Salesmen's Association, Hoo-Hoo, 
Knights of Pythias, U. C. T. of America. Republican. Recreations: 
Baseball, fishing. Office: 1123 Majestic Bldg. Residence: 807 May- 
bury Av. 

WHIRL, John J.; born, Coshocton, O., July 30, i860; son of 
John and Annie (Sweeney) Whirl; educated in schools of Kankakee 
Co., 111. ; married at Chicago, Oct. 9, 1884, Emma Sparks. Came to 
Detroit, 1898, with the Ideal Manufacturing Co., in charge of gas stove 
department, remaining until October, 1902; in December, 1902, became 
secretary Employers' Association of Detroit, which started with sixteen 
members and now has over 300; commissioner Builders' Association. 
Republican. Member Board of Commerce. Mason (Dearborn Lodge 
and Palestine Council, Chicago), Knight Templar (Chevalier Bayard 
Commandery, Chicago). Club: Detroit Golf. Recreation: Golf. Office: 
Stevens Bldg. Residence: 113 Palmer Av., E. 

WHITAKER, Charles, general insurance; born, Detroit, Nov. 6, 
1854; son of Byron and Fidelia (More) Whitaker; educated in Detroit 
public schools; married at Detroit, May 15, 1889, Edith Farquhar. 
Began active career at 18 years of age in office of his father, who was 
vessel agent, and engaged in marine and fire insurance business; was 
admitted to partnership in the firm at the end of three years, the title 
becoming B. Whitaker & Son ; purchased father's interest, with brother, 
1890, and title was changed to Whitaker Bros. ; in 1904 a half interest 
in the business was purchased by Henry C. Penny, Jr., and the firm 
became Whitaker Bros. & Penny, general insurance and surety bonds, 
also state agents Fidelity Deposit Co. of Maryland. Member Detroit 
Underwriters' Association, Detroit Board of Commerce. Protestant. 
Recreation: Baseball. Office: 613-618 Chamber of Commerce. Resi- 
dence: 828 2nd Av. 

WHITBECK, Ansel E.; born, Hudson, N. Y., Feb. 20, 1873; son 
of A. McIC and Emmaline (Ellis) Whitbeck; educated in Albany 
public and high schools ; married at Philadelphia, 1896, Grace Bates. 
Has been identified with insurance business since 1899; senior partner 
of the firm of Whitbeck, Burwell & Chapman. Clubs : Detroit Athletic, 
Fellowcraft. Office: 209-211 Majestic Bldg. Residence: Manhattan 
Apartments. 

WHITCOMB, Edgar B.; born, Boston, 1866; son of Cummings D. 
and Mary G. (Webber) Whitcomb; educated in Detroit, 1891, Anna 
V. Scripps. Began active career in employ of the Detroit & Cleveland 
Navigation Co., 1881, and was general passenger agent of the company, 
1886-91; manager Tribune Printing Co., 1891-93; has been engaged in 
business on his own account, principally real estate, since 1893. Presi- 
dent The James E. Scripps Corporation, Gordon Vinegar Co. ; vice 
president Evening News Association; director Bay City Times Co. 



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Member Detroit Real Estate Board. Independent in politics. Presby- 
terian. Club: Detroit Automobile. Office: 65 Shelby St. Residence: 
40 Pitcher St. 

WHITE, Albert E. F., auditor D. M. Ferry & Co; born, Unadilla, 
N. Y., July 10, 1844; son of Joseph and Mary (Miller) White; graduate 
Gilbertsville Academy, N. Y., 1864; married at St. Louis, Nov. 22, 1871, 
Nellie A. Van Court. Came to Detroit, 1864, and entered employ of 
D. M. Ferry & Co., seedsmen; was admitted as member of the firm, 
1871, and has been auditor of the company since its incorporation, 1879. 
Vice president and member executive committee board of directors Union 
Trust Co. ; treasurer Acme White Lead Co., Columbia Shade Cloth Co. 
of New York; director Cadillac Motor Car Co., and of the Commercial 
National Bank; officer and director in a number of other corporations 
and business enterprises. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Re- 
publican. Presbyterian. Member Masonic order. Clubs: Detroit, 
Country, Fellowcraft. Office: D. M. Ferry & Co. Residence: 61 
Alfred St. 

WHITE, Henry Kirke, vice president D. M. Ferry & Co.; born, 
Unadilla, N. Y., May 26, 1839; son of Joseph and Mary (Miller) White; 
educated at Gilbertsville Academy, N. Y. ; married at Monroe, Mich., 
Nov. 19, 1863, Cholistique Amanda Fortier. Removed to Illinois when 
18 years of age and taught school one year; came to Detroit, 1859, and 
entered employ of M. T. Gardner & Co., now D. M. Ferry & Co., 
seedsmen; admitted to the firm as a partner, 1865, was elected treas- 
urer of the company upon incorporation, 1879, ^^^ has been vice presi- 
dent since 1905. Also president Gale Manufacturing Co., Albion, Mich., 
agricultural implements; vice president Acme White Lead and Color 
Works; director Commercial National Bank, Wayne County Savings 
Bank, Michigan Fire and Marine Insurance Co.; officer and director in 
many other corporations. Trustee Grace Hospital ; director Detroit 
Home and Day School. Republican. Presbyterian. Member Masonic 
order, Chapter, Commandery, Shrine. Office: D. M. Ferry & Co., 
Detroit. Residence: 37 High St., E., Detroit, and Albion, Mich. 

WHITE, Henry Kirke, Jr.; born, Detroit, Oct. 17, 1867; son of 
Henry Kirke and Christine (Fortier) White; educated in public and 
private schools of Detroit up to 1884; in France and Switzerland, 1884-86; 
at Dummer Academy, Mass., 1886-88; Williams College, 1888-92, grad- 
uating, degree of A. B., 1892; married at Toledo, O., June 11, 1901, 
Florence Hoag. Began active career as secretary of the Gale Manufac- 
turing Co., Albion, Mich., 1892, continuing until 1902; has been president 
Kemiweld Can Co., since February, 1902. Secretary Euclid Improve- 
ment Co. Republican. Member Chi Psi, Detroit Commandery, Knights 
Templar, Moslem Shrine. Clubs: Detroit, University, Detroit Boat, 
Detroit Golf, Detroit Automobile, Chi Psi (N. Y. City). Recreations: 
Golf, automobiling. Office: Cor. Clay and St. Aubin Avs. Residence: 
1807 Woodward Av. 



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WHITE, John Vernon, physician ; born, Maford, Ont., July 26, 1858; 
son of John and Nancy (Kilpatrick) White; educated in public schools 
of Maford ; M. D., University of Toronto, 1880, and Victoria University, 
1880; post-graduate courses, Dublin, Edinburgh and London, 1885, 1889, 
New York, 1894, 1896; married, Chicago, Jan, 10, 1899, Helen M. Holmes. 
Began general practice at Oscoda, Mich., 1880; after an extended trip 
abroad, located in Detroit as a specialist in treatment of nose, throat 
and lungs, in which has since continued ; clinical assistant in laryngology, 
Detroit College of Medicine ; laryngologist to Harper Hospital polyclinic ; 
laryngologist to German polyclinic. Member of College of Physicians 
and Surgeons, Ontario, 1880. Republican. Presbyterian. Member 
Wayne County and Michigan State Medical societies, American Medical 
Association. Mason (32°), Shriner. Club: Detroit Boat. Recreation: 
Aquatics. Office: 57 Fort St. Residence: Pasadena Apts. 

WHITE, Oliver Wilson, orthodontist; born, Chatham, Ont., Can., 
Jan. 4, 1876; son of Albert Hilard and Annie E. (Wilson) White; edu- 
cated in public schools of Chatham to 1889; student Chatham Col- 
legiate Institute, 1890-94, University of Michigan, 1895-99. Doctor of 
Dental Surgery, 1898, Doctor of Dental Science, 1899; post-graduate 
course Angle School of Orthodontia, 1903; married at Ann Arbor, Oct. 
30, 1900, Olive E. Luick. Instructor in Dental Department, University 
of Michigan, 1899; engaged in practice of general dentistry, 1900-06; has 
specialized in practice of orthodontia since 1906. Republican. Member 
American Society of Orthodontists, Wayne County and Michigan State 
Medical societies, Michigan State and First District Dental societies. 
Delta Sigma, Delta. Club: Detroit Golf. Recreations: Fishing, golf. 
Office: 406-407 Fine Arts Bldg. Residence: 50 Lothrop Av. 

WHITEHEAD, James Thomas, iron works; born, Wyandotte, 
Mich., Sept. 28, 1864; son of James and Mary (McEvoy) Whitehead; 
educated in public schools of Wyandotte and Detroit, and at Gold- 
smith's Business College; married at Detroit, Apr. 8, 1885, Ida Marie 
Frazer. Began active career in employ of Rathbone, Sard & Co., 1879, 
continuing until 1888, when he succeeded John B. Dyer in the Detroit 
Metal and Heating Works; in 1893, Henry B. Lewis was admitted to 
partnership and the firm name was changed to Whitehead & Lewis; 
continued in same line of business until 1897, when he retired from 
firm and started a structural iron works under firm name of J. T. 
Whitehead & Co.; in 1899, William R. Kales joined the firm and the 
name became Whitehead & Kales Iron Works ; also president The 
Reinke & Skirrey Manufacturing Co. ; director The Michigan Copper and 
Brass Co., Peninsular Savings Bank, Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs: 
Detroit, Country. Office: Beecher Av. and M. C. R. R. Residence: 
55 Forest Av., E. 

WHITING, Frederick W., lawyer; born, Detroit, Sept. i, 1859; son 
of John T. and Mary S. (Hill) Whiting; educated in public schools of 
Detroit and University of Michigan, graduating, degree of Ph. B., 1882 ; 



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married at New York City, May 2, 1901, Laura McGeorge. Studied law 
after leaving university and was admitted to the bar, 1883 ; has been 
member of law firm of Bowen, Douglas, Whiting & Murfin since 1885. 
Director Peninsular Savings Bank. Member of Detroit and Michigan 
State Bar associations. Republican. Clubs: Detroit, Yondotega, Uni- 
versity, Country, Detroit Boat. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 
618 Moffat Blk. Residence : 663 Jefferson Av. 

WHITNEY, Bertram Cecil, theatrical manager; born, Detroit, Jan. 
9, 1870; son of Clarke James and Ellenor May (Van Deventer) Whitney; 
married, Beatrice Earned. Began in theatrical business at Detroit, 1885, 
and is now president of the Whitney Amusement Co. and manager of 
the Detroit Opera House. Episcopalian. Member Board of Com- 
merce. Mason ; member B. P. O. E. Clubs : Detroit, Country, Detroit 
Golf, Detroit Boat. Office : Detroit Opera House. Residence : 427 
Woodward Av. 

WHITNEY, David C, vice president Parke, Davis & Co.; chair- 
man Whitney Realty Co. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Office: 
Union Trust Bldg., Detroit. Residence : Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich. 

WHITTEMORE, James, lawyer; born, Detroit, Oct. 31, i860; son 
of Joseph P. and Margaret C. (Fay) Whittemore; educated in public 
schools and Detroit College of Law, graduating LL. B., 1892 ; married 
at Detroit, June 14, 1882, Blanche L Leggett. Was connected in various 
positions with Fairbanks, Morse & Co., Chicago, 1879-87; came to 
Detroit as a patent solicitor, 1887; has devoted attention exclusively 
since 1892, to practice relating to patents and trade marks. Repub- 
lican. Unitarian. Member Wayne County and Michigan State Bar 
associations, American Bar Association, Washington Patent Law Asso- 
ciation. Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit 
Boat, Detroit Golf, Detroit Automobile. Recreation : Automobiling. 
Office: 310 Wayne County Bank Bldg. Residence: 67 Garfield Av. 

WICKER, John Palmer, portrait painter; born, Ypsilanti, Mich., 
Feb. 23, i860; son of William W. and Charlotte Adelaide (Palmer) 
Wicker; studied art seven years in Paris, three and one-half years at Ju- 
lian Academy under William Bouguereau, and three and one-half 
years in private classes of Ferdinand Cormon ; married at Saginaw, 
Mich., July, 1897, Marie Louise Saxmann. Exhibited portraits three 
times in Paris salons; exhibited three portraits at St. Louis Exposition, 
1904; has taught for ten years; associate director Detroit Fine Arts 
Academy. Recreations : Music and reading. Office : 704 Fine Arts 
Bldg. Residence : 673 3d Av. 

WICKER, William W., lawyer; born at Ypsilanti, Mich., Nov. 17, 
1861 ; son of William W. and Charlotte A. (Palmer) Wicker; educated 
in public schools, Saginaw, Mich. ; married at Saginaw, Oct. 4, 1902, Dora 
Ostrander. Was court reporter for ten years ; studied law and was admit- 
ted to the bar, 1891 ; practiced in Saginaw, Mich., 1891-94, and since in 



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Detroit. Member Detroit Bar Association. Club: Commercial. Rec- 
reation: Fishing. Office: Chamber of Commerce Bldg. Residence: 512 
Madison Apts. 

WIDMAN, Albert U., secretary C. D. Widman & Co., manufactur- 
ers of mirrors and furniture; born, Detroit, Sept. 22, 1872; son of C. D. 
and Isabella (Rich) Widman ; educated in public schools of Detroit, 
Kenyon Military Academy, Gambler, O., and Michigan Agricultural Col- 
lege, Lansing, Mich. ; married at Detroit, Nov. 14, 1901, Ida M. Yerge. 
Began active career in factory of C. D. Widman & Co., and afterwards 
spent seven years on the road as commercial salesman ; became superin- 
tendent of C. D. Widman & Co. (founded, 1864), and has been manager 
of the business since 1900. Member Masonic order, Palestine Lodge 
No. 357, King Cyrus Chapter, Detroit Commandery. Clubs: Detroit 
Athletic, Detroit Fishing and Hunting Association. Recreation : Motor- 
ing. Office : C. D. Widman & Co. Residence : 37 Marston Av. 

WIDMAN, C. David, furniture manufacturer; born, Detroit, Dec. 
22, 1884; son of John Charles and Lena (Kiefhaber) Widman; educated 
in public schools of Detroit and by supplementary business course; un- 
married. Entered employ of his father in 1900 to learn the business from 
the bottom up; was made superintendent of plant in 1904 and elected 
secretary when firm was incorporated, Apr., 1905, as J. C. Widman & 
Co. (established, 1900), manufacturers of mirrors, hall furniture, china 
closets, buffets and chevals. Clubs : Detroit Athletic, Fellowcraft. Rec- 
reation : Baseball. Office : 14th and Kirby Sts. Residence : 79 E. Can- 
field Av. 

WIDMAN, John C. ; born, Rochester, N. Y., Nov. 30, 1848 ; son of 
Christian and Rosalie (Seifried) Widman ; educated in public schools of 
Rochester; married at Rochester, 1870, Miss Lena Keifhaber. Began in 
manufacture of furniture at Rochester, 1872; came to Detroit and fol- 
lowed same line of business, but returned to Rochester, where he was 
engaged in the grocery business for ten years; located in Detroit per- 
manently ; became identified with the C. D. Widman Co., of which was 
president; withdrew from the company in 1900 and organized the J. C. 
Widman & Co., with permanent salesrooms in New York and Chicago; 
has been president and treasurer of the company since its organization. 
Member Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Episcopalian. Ma- 
son. Recreations: Football and baseball. Office: 15th St., Kirby Av. 
and Grand Trunk R. R. Residence: 79 Canfield Av., E. 

WIEDEMAN, Henry C, treasurer and general manager Detroit 
Steel Cooperage Co.; born. Fair Haven, Mich., Aug. 26, 1873; son of 
Henry and Carrie Wiedeman ; educated in public schools of Fair Haven 
to 13, and Detroit Business University, graduating, 1890; married at De- 
troit, Nov. 4, 1896, Ida Pauli. Came to Detroit, 1886, and secured em- 
ployment with Dr. J. E. Clark ; after saving money for several years, with 
assistance of Dr. Clark and a sister, also employed by Dr. Clark, was 
enabled to take business college course; became bookkeeper for The 



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Huetteman & Cramer Co., Detroit, 1890 ; was elected vice president of the 
company, 1894, secretary and treasurer, 1896, general manager, 1899; 
organized Detroit Steel Cooperage Co., Aug. i, 1902, manufacturers of 
enameled steel tanks, of which has since been treasurer and general man- 
ager. Also vice president Detroit Automatic Sterilizer Co. ; director 
The Huetteman & Cramer Co. Member Harmonic Society, B. P. O. E., 
Turners. Office : 948 Beaufait Av. Residence : 875 Beaufait Av. 

WIER, Adolphus William, lawyer; born, Davenport, la., Dec. 8, 
1871 ; son of Adolphus William and Elizabeth (Greenside) Wier; edu- 
cated in public schools of Mason City, la., and in Law Department, Uni- 
versity of Michigan, graduating, LL. B., 1895 ; married, Ann Arbor, 
Mich., Aug. 4, 1897, Marie Purfield. Has practiced in Detroit since 1895. 
Republican. Mason. Member Harmonic Society. Office: 819-821 Ma- 
jestic Bldg. Residence: 477 Hancock Av., W. 

WIGHT, Sydney B., railway official; born at Detroit, Feb. 10, 1856; 
son of Henry A. and Sarah (Davenport) Wight; graduate University of 
Michigan Engineering Course, degree of C. E., 1878; married at Detroit, 
1885, Miss Ellen C. Wells. Was with Wyandotte Silver Works, 1879- 
80; with Detroit and Lake Superior Copper Co., 1880-03, Vulcan Furnace 
Co., Newberry, Mich., 1883-06; superintendent land department Mack- 
inaw & Marquette R. R., 1886-91 ; entered railway service June 13, 1891, 
as secretary to president Michigan Central R. R., continuing until July 
18, 1896; assistant purchasing agent of the road, 1896-03, and purchasing 
agent since 1903. Club: Detroit. Recreation: Boating. Office: 55 M. 
C. R. R. Depot. Residence : 403 Jefferson Av. 

WILCOX, Deles Franklin, journalist; born, Ida, Mich., Apr. 22, 
1873; son of Byron M. Wilcox; educated at Ypsilanti (Mich.) High 
School, 1886-09; A. B., University of Michigan, 1894, A. M., 1895; Ph. D., 
Columbia, 1896; married, Ann Arbor, Mich., Feb. 22, 1898, Mina M. 
Gates. Editor Civic News, Detroit. Member American Economical As- 
sociation, Michigan Political Science Association ; secretary, since 1906, 
Detroit Municipal League. Author: The Study of City Government, 
Ethical Marriage, The American City, etc. ; also various political essays 
and articles. Office : Mofifat Bldg. Residence : 734 4th Av. 

WILCOX, Howard A.; born, Oakfield, N. Y., Sept. 18, 1876; son of 
James A. and Hannah (Howard) Wilcox ; educated in country school at 
Oakfield, Eaton Rapids (Mich.) High School, and by private tutelage; 
married at Detroit, Sept. 23, 1900, Sarah David. Was traveling sales- 
man, 1889-90; engaged in mechanical work, 1890-1904; has been engineer 
and superintendent Reliance Motor Car Co., since its organization, 1904. 
Republican. Episcopalian. Member B. P. O. E. Recreations : Hunt- 
ing and fishing. Office: 89 E. ist St. Residence: 23 Parsons St. 

WILD, William Leonard; born, Corunna, Mich., Dec. 28, 1857; son 
of John L. and Wilhelmina A. Wild ; educated in public schools of Bay 
City, Mich. ; married at Detroit, 1880, Miss Anna M. Brooks. Has been 



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a resident of Detroit since 1879; studied law for two years and then en- 
tered mercantile business; organized the Banner Laundering Co., 1888, 
and has been its president and manager since time of organization. Mem- 
ber Detroit Board of Commerce; has served as alderman and estimator of 
Sixth ward, Detroit. Republican. Universalist. Mason (32°). Rec- 
reation: Trout fishing. Office: 273-299 Brooklyn Av. Residence: 85 
Hancock Av., W. 

WILDER, Bert Carter, accountant and auditor; born, Richmond, 
Mich., Nov. 12, 1865; son of Henry Lafayette and Minerva (Carter) 
Wilder; educated in public schools of Armada and Bay City, Mich.; 
married at Saginaw, Mich., Feb. 20, 1889, Florence Stelle Cogswell. 
Reared on a farm near Armada ; began active career at 14 in general store 
of Symons, Smart & Co., South Bay City, Mich., and continued as cashier 
and bookkeeper, moving with the firm to East Saginaw when it acquired 
the wholesale business of a retiring concern ; became general cashier 
Detroit & Cleveland Steam Navigation Co., Mar., 1886, continuing until 
1891, when was made secretary Detroit & Buffalo Steamboat Co. and as- 
sistant treasurer Detroit & Cleveland Navigation Co. ; has been general 
auditor both companies, also of the Cleveland & Toledo Line, since Feb., 
1906. Also secretary and treasurer of the Frank Whitney Painting Co. 
Republican. Methodist. Recreations: Outdoor sports and boating. Of- 
fice: Detroit and Cleveland Navigation Co. Residence: 1191 Brooklyn 
Avenue. 

WILEY, D. O.; born, Westminster, Vt., Dec. 9, 1846; son of Thom- 
as W. and Rebecca (Richardson) Wiley; educated in Vermont district 
schools and academies ; married at Detroit, 1877, Frances M. Willits. 
Came to Detroit, 1868, and has ever since been engaged in produce com- 
mission business ; head of the firm of D. O. Wiley & Co. Also president 
Acme Oil Co., of Detroit. Member International Apple Shippers' Asso- 
ciation (president), Detroit Produce Exchange. Republican. Congre- 
gationalist. Mason (32°). Office: 20 W. Woodbridge St. Residence: 
284 Hancock Av. 

WILEY, George, cashier; born, Detroit, Feb. 21, i860; son of Jef- 
ferson and Mary (Cunningham) Wiley; educated in public schools of 
Detroit; married at Detroit, Jan. 15, 1890, Charlotte Doeltz. Began act- 
ive career as messenger in the Michigan Savings Bank, 1880; has been 
continuously identified with the bank and has been cashier since 1905; 
director, secretary and treasurer Edison Illuminating Co. ; secretary 
Peninsular Electric Light Co. Republican. Unitarian. Mason. Club : 
Detroit Boat. Recreation: Yachting. Office: Fort and Griswold Sts. 
Residence : 40 Pallister Av. 

WILEY, John D. ; born, Westminster, Vt., Mar. 4, 1859; son of 
Thomas W. and Rebecca (Richardson) Wiley; educated in Vermont pub- 
lic schools ; married at Westminster, Apr., 1882, Louise Safford. Came to 
Detroit, 1876, and became associated with his brother in produce com- 
mission business; has been junior member of the firm of D. O. Wiley & 



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Co. since 1887. Member Detroit Produce Exchange (secretary), and De- 
troit branch National League of Commission Merchants (secretary). 
Member Board of House of Corrections (appointed by Mayor Codd, 
1905). Republican. Congregationalist. Member Palestine Lodge, A. F. 
& A. M. Office: 20 W. Woodbridge St. Residence: 300 Putnam Av. 

WILKIE, James, superintendent mechanical division Parke-Davis 
& Co.; born, Detroit, Nov. 23, 1853; son of David and Elizabeth (Buick) 
Wilkie; educated in public schools of Detroit; married, Detroit, Oct. 18, 
1886, Adah Zilla Warren. Learned tinner's trade under his father; was 
in employ of Glover & Powell, and their successors, T. B. Rayl & Co., 
dealers in hardware and tinners' supplies, 1869-91, obtaining an interest 
in the business, which he sold ; was identified with the Warren Capsule 
Co., and later with the U. S. Capsule Co., of which he was made superin- 
tendent; has been connected with Parke-Davis & Co. since 1902. Repub- 
lican. Swedenborgian. Mason (32°), Shriner. Club: Detroit Curling. 
Recreations : Bowling and motor boating (was one of the first to own 
motor boat on Detroit River). Office: Parke-Davis & Co. Residence: 
286 W. Hancock Av. 

WILKINS, Charles Trowbridge, lawyer; born, Detroit, Nov. 22, 
1861 ; son of Colonel William and Lizzie (Trowbridge) Wilkins ; edu- 
cated in public schools of Detroit ; University of Michigan, degree of 
Ph. B., 1883; Harvard University, LL. B., and A.M., 1885; unmarried. 
Has engaged in practice in Detroit since 1885. President Gateway Pub- 
lishing Co. ; counsel and director The Peter Smith Heating Co. Demo- 
crat. Assistant U. S. attorney, 1887-90 and 1894-96; Democratic candi- 
date for city recorder, 1889 and 1896, defeated both times. Episcopalian. 
Mason (32°); member Delta Kappa Epsilon. Clubs: Yondotega, De- 
troit, Detroit Boat, Country. Recreation : Travel. Office : 902-903 Ham- 
mond Bldg. Residence: 621 Jefiferson Av. 

WILKINS, Ross, chemist; born, Detroit, June 14, 1857; son of 
William Duncan and Elizabeth Cass (Trowbridge) Wilkins ; educated in 
Patterson's Private School, Cass Union School and Detroit High School ; 
Ph. B., University of Michigan, 1878; studied at Heidelberg, 1879-82, and 
Munich, Germany, 1882-83, receiving degree of Ph. D., Heidelberg, 1882; 
married at Detroit, Nov. 9, 1887, Mary Ward. Began active career as 
chemist and superintendent, Luther (Mich.) Charcoal & Chemical Co., 
1884; assayer and mill superintendent Canada Consolidated Gold Mining 
Co., Deloro, Ont., 1885 ; assistant to Andrew S. McGreath, chemist, Har- 
risburg. Pa., 1886-93 ! assayer and agent for Demmie & Avery, Foley's 
Camp Gold Mine, Shoal Lake, Ont., 1895 ; chemist, American Radiator 
Co., Detroit, 1896-1901 ; chemist, Solvay Process Co., since 1902. Inde- 
pendent Republican. Episcopalian. Member American Institute of Min- 
ing Engineers, National Geographic Society. Recreation: Sailing. Of- 
fice: Solvay Process Co. Residence: 621 Jefferson Av. 

WILKINSON, Albert H., lawyer; born, Novi, Mich., Nov. 19, 1834; 
son of James and Elizabeth (Yerkes) Wilkinson; educated in Novi pub- 



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lie schools ; State Normal School, Ypsilanti ; University of Michigan, de- 
gree of A. M., 1859; Law Department, University of Michigan, 1859- 
60; married at Novi, July 4, 1859, Elvira M. Allen. Admitted to bar, 
i860, and began practice at Pontiac, Mich. ; removed to Detroit, where 
he has practiced since Aug. 30, 1861 ; member firm of Wilkinson, Post & 
Oxtoby; judge of Probate, Jan. i, 1871-75; member of Detroit Board of 
Education one term. Director and attorney and one of the organizers of 
the Michigan Mutual Life Insurance Co. ; director Michigan Fire and 
Marine Insurance Co. President Detroit Bar Association; member Mich- 
igan State Bar Association. Republican. Baptist. Mason. Club : Fel- 
lowcraft. Recreations : Outdoor sports. Office : 7 McGraw Bldg. Resi- 
dence : 360 Cadillac Av. 

WILLETTE, Frank Joseph; born, Detroit, Aug. 2, 1864; son of 
Dennis J. and Margaret (McKenna) Willette ; educated in parochial 
schools and at Detroit College; married at Detroit, June, 1893, Eva M. 
Martz. Since 1888 has been engaged in real estate and fire insurance 
business. Democrat. Roman Catholic. Clubs : Detroit, Underwriters'. 
Office: 62 Home Bank Bldg. Residence: 1127 Jefferson Av. 

WILLIAMS, Charles David, P. E. bishop of Michigan ; born, Belle- 
vue, O., July 30, i860; son of David and Eliza (Dickson) Williams; edu- 
cated at Kenyon College and Berkeley Theological Seminary, degrees of 
A. B., A.M., D. D., L. H. D. (Kenyon), LL. D., Hobart College; mar- 
ried, Cincinnati, Sept. 29, 1886, Lucy Victoria Benedict. Rector Church 
of the Resurrection, Fern Bank, O., and Church of the Atonement, Riv- 
erside, O., 1884-89; rector of St. Paul's Church, Steubenville, O., 1889-93; 
dean of Trinity Cathedral, Cleveland, O., 1893-1906; bishop of Michigan 
since Nov. 16, 1905. Member Sons of American Revolution, Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Clubs: Detroit; City (New York). Address: 608 
Woodward Av. 

WILLIAMS, Henry Phillips; born, Detroit, Sept. 10, 1882; son of 
William H. and Sarah (Phillips) Williams; educated in public schools of 
Detroit. Has been identified since the beginning of his active career with 
the Williams Bros. Co., preservers ; was department manager for the 
company for one year and has been vice president since 1907. Repub- 
lican. Club : Detroit Boat. Office : Humboldt and Grand River Avs. 
Residence : 307 Commonwealth Av. 

WILLIAMS, J. Eugene, railway official ; born, Westville, Ind., Sept, 
19, 1856; son of David and Martha Williams; educated in Westville 
(Ind.) High School; married at La Porte, Ind., 1879, Emma Hawkins 
(now deceased) ; again, Manteno, 111., 1902, Miss Nellie Peters. Entered 
railway service in employ of the Chicago & West Michigan Rd., at La 
Porte, Ind., 1882, continuing until 1886; was chief clerk freight de- 
partment Chicago & West Michigan Ry. and Detroit, Grand Rapids & 
Western Ry., and later with Pere Marquette R. R. until 1902 ; has been 
chief of tariff bureau of Pere Marquette R. R. since 1902, and of the Cin- 



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cinnati, Hamilton & Dayton Ry. since 1905. Mason (32°), Knight 
Templar, Shriner. Office : 3rd Av. and Fort, W. Residence : 885 3rd Av. 

WILLIAMS, Morris Lewis, banker; born, Anglesea, Wales, May 
9, 1841 ; son of William and Emma (Prytherch) Williams; educated, 
Llanddeusant, Llangristiolus Anglesea, Birmingham, Eng. ; came to 
America, 1865 ; married at Detroit, May 7, 1867, Kate Chambers Wil- 
liams. Entered banking business at Liverpool, Eng., Oct. 20, 1855, and 
has ever since been identified with it. President Commercial National 
Bank; director Security Trust Co., Michigan Savings Bank; secretary 
and treasurer Detroit Twist Drill Co. Member Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Mason, Knight Templar (Detroit Commandery). Club: Detroit. 
Recreation: Fishing. Office: Commercial National Bank. Residence: 
792 Cass Av. 

WILLIAMS, Nathan Gallup, president Detroit Twist Drill Co.; 
born, Detroit, Dec. 9, 1861 ; son of Nathan Gallup and Helen Clarissa 
(Dunham) Williams; educated in public schools of Detroit up to 1878; 
under tutelage of Thomas Pitkin, 1878-80; Yale University, 1880-84, grad- 
uating, degree of A. B., 1884; married, Rochester, N. Y., Oct. 14, 1891, 
Mary Belle Brewster. Began active career as secretary and treasurer of 
Williams Malt Co., 1885, continuing until 1890, when the firm went out 
of business ; then secretary and manager Gamewell Auxiliary Fire Alarm 
Co., Detroit, to 1892; was manager Graham Twist Drill and Chuck Co., 
1893-94; secretary, treasurer and general manager Detroit Twist Drill 
Co. to Jan., 1905, president and general manager since Jan., 1905, manu- 
facturer of twist drills, chucks and reamers and special tools. Also presi- 
dent Osage Mining Co. Republican. Episcopalian. Member D. K. E. 
and Wolf's Head (college societies) ; president Yale Alumni Association 
of Michigan ; member Sons of American Revolution. Clubs : Yondote- 
ga, Detroit Boat, Detroit Athletic, Country; Yale Club (New York). 
Office : Fort St., W., cor. 14th. Residence : Witherell Apts. 

WILLIAMS, Richard P., wholesale druggist; born, Anglesea, 
Wales, July 23, 1846; son of William and Emma (Prytherch) Williams; 
educated in parish school, Anglesea, grammar school, Liverpool, and pre- 
paratory school, Birmingham, Eng.; came to America, 1868; married at 
Detroit, Dec. 7, 1882, Olive Farrand. Has been continuously identified 
with wholesale druggist business, at Detroit, since May 16, 1868, and is 
president of Farrand, Williams & Clark (organized in 1890, incorporated, 
1902). Also director Michigan Mutual Life Insurance Co. Republican. 
Presbyterian (trustee First Presbyterian Church). Club: Country. Rec- 
reation: Golf. Office: 11-17 Earned St., E. Residence: 457 Woodward 
Avenue, 

WILLIAMS, Walter H., secretary, treasurer and general manager 
of The Williams Bros. Co., picklers and preservers ; born, Detroit, Sept. 
20, 1875; son of Henry and Elizabeth (Silk) Williams; educated in pub- 
lic and high schools of Detroit and at Michigan Agricultural College, 
Lansing. Since 1894 has been identified with Williams Bros. Co. ; be- 



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came vice president in 1900, and since death of his father in Feb., 1907, 
has been secretary and treasurer of the company. Member Detroit 
Board of Commerce. Unitarian. Clubs: Detroit, Golf, Detroit Boat. 
Recreations : Automobiling and outdoor sports. Office : Humboldt and 
Grand River Avs. Residence: 15 Garfield Av. 

WILLIAMS', William C; born, Anglesey, North Wales; son of 
William and Dorothy (Lewis) Williams; educated in private schools and 
in public schools of Detroit and Waukesha, Wis. ; married at Niles, Mich., 
Maria L. Murray. Began active career in drug store of Jacob S. Far- 
rand, 1853, and became associated as partner in the business, the title 
of the firm becoming Farrand, Sheley & Co., and later Farrand, Wil- 
liams & Co. ; Mr. Farrand disposed of his interests and the firm became 
Williams, Sheley & Brooks, about 1892; consolidated various interests 
and incorporated under present title of Williams-Davis-Brooks & Hinch- 
man Sons, known as the Michigan Drug Co. One of the organizers and 
director Commercial National Bank; one of the organizers and trustee 
Detroit College of Medicine. Republican, Episcopalian. Member Mich- 
igan State Pharmaceutical Association. Clubs : Country Club of Detroit 
and Grosse Pointe Farms. Recreation: Golf. Office: 26 Congress St., 
E. Residence : 550 Jeflferson Av. 

WILLIAMS, William H., president The Williams Bros. Co. ; born, 
London, Ont., Feb. i, 1849; son of Henry and Letitia (Coombs) Wil- 
liams ; educated in common schools of London ; married at Detroit, 1888, 
Sarah E. Phillips. Began active career in grocery business in Detroit, 
1865, continuing for about a year; then located as a market gardener on 
site now occupied by the business he founded, with his brother, Henry 
Williams, and began pickling and preserving in a small way; has been 
president of The Williams Bros. Co. since its incorporation in 1900, 
manufacturers of Waldorf and Wilco Brand food products, pickles, 
vinegar, mustard, catsup, preserves and other fine table condiments. 
(Plant of the company now covers five acres and gives employment to 
600 persons ; branch factories and salting works at twenty-five different 
points in Michigan.) Independent in politics; Unitarian in religious be- 
lief. Member Maccabees, Royal Arcanum. Club : Detroit Golf. Rec- 
reation: Golf. Office: Humboldt and Grand River Avs. Residence: 
307 Commonwealth Av. 

WILLS, David Hyne Fair; born, Edinburgh, Scotland, Aug. 11, 
1867; son of Peter and Wilhelmina (Hyne Fair) Wills; educated at 
George Watson's College, Edinburgh ; married at Detroit, Jan. 7, 1896, 
Florence V. Bigsby. Came to America, 1887, and located in Detroit; was 
connected with dry goods business for a short time in Detroit, having 
previously had experience in that line in Scotland, five years in all; be- 
came identified with millinery, 1891, and upon organization in 1898 of the 
Mitchell, Moody, Garton Co., became connected with the company, of 
which he is now vice president. Presbyterian. Member Palestine Lodge, 
A. F. &A. M., and King Cyrus Chapter, R. A. M. Club: Commercial. 



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Recreation: Baseball. Office: 158-160 Jefferson Av. Residence: 190 
Longfellow Av. 

WILSON, Charles R., president The C. R. Wilson Body Co. ; born 
near Coburg, Ont., Can.; son of William and Esther (Coot) Wilson; 
educated in public schools of Canada ; married, 2nd., Jackson, Mich., 
Amelia Welling. Entered manufacturing business at Detroit, 1870. Re- 
publican. Congregationalist. Office: Milwaukee Junction, Mich. Resi- 
dence : 65 Frederick Av. 

WILSON, Harold, physician; born, Cleveland, Aug. i, i860; son 
of Thomas P. and Marian (Beckwith) Wilson; educated in public schools 
of Cleveland and Cincinnati; University of Cincinnati; University of 
Michigan, graduating, B. S., 1882, Medical Department same university, 
degree of M. D., 1886. Married at Bloomington, 111., Sept. 21, 1890, Alice 
A. Graves. Was chemist to Harrison Reduction Works, Leadville, Colo., 
1882-83; began practice of medicine in Ann Arbor, Mich., 1886; has prac- 
ticed in Detroit since 1888. Attending surgeon, eye, ear, nose and throat, 
Grace Hospital, and attending oculist and aurist, Protestant Orphan 
Asylum. Republican. Unitarian. Member Michigan Homeopathic 
Medical Society (ex-president). Homeopathic O. O. and L. Society, etc. 
Member Psi Upsilon. Office: 32 W. Adams Av. Residence: 48 W. 
Ferry Av. 

WILSON, Hugh T., mine operator ; born, Barclay, Pa., Feb. 20, 
1869; son of Thomas and Janett (Glendenning) Wilson; educated in com- 
mon schools of Arnot and Covington, Pa. ; married at Piedmont, W. Vai., 
Dec. 4, 1895, Mamie L. Little. Began as a boy in mines of Pennsylvania 
and advanced to position of manager of company stores ; became an inde- 
pendent operator, 1896; removed from Portsmouth, O., to Detroit, 1903. 
Member firm of Little & Wilson, wholesale and retail coal, Portsmouth, 
since 1900. Also president H. T. Wilson Coal Co. ; general manager 
Draper Coal and Coke Co., E. R. Johnson Co., Inc. ; western manager 
Red Jacket Consolidated Coal and Coke Co., Ind. Presbyterian. Mem- 
ber Masonic order. Club : Fellowcraft. Recreation : Reading. Office : 
1 124 Majestic Bldg. Residence: Addison Apts. 

WILSON, John M., vice president Detroit Lead Pipe and Sheet 
Lead Works; born, Glasgov/, Scotland, Feb. 21, 1859; son of John and 
Margaret (Storie) Wilson; educated in public schools of Almont, Mich.; 
married at Almont, Sept. 21, 1881, Mary Elizabeth Goodrich. Came to 
America in boyhood with parents, who located in Michigan ; began active 
career as bookkeeper, at Almont, 1871 ; located in Detroit, 1881 ; became 
connected with Detroit Lead Pipe and Sheet Lead Works in 1883. Of- 
fice : 61 2nd St. Residence : 329 Field Av. 

WILSON, Thomas L.; born, Detroit, Mar. i, 1868; son of William 
H. and Mary (Ledbeater) Wilson ; educated in Detroit public schools and 
Detroit Business University ; married at Detroit, July 12, 1892, Eda Mae 
Scott. Entered service of Hammond, Standish & Co., as cashier at the 



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plant, 1889, and has been manager of the retail department of the com- 
pany since 1903. Also president Robertson & Wilson Scale and Supply- 
Co. Republican. Presbyterian. Member I. O. O. F., National Union. 
Recreation : Boating. Office : 20 Cadillac Sq. Residence : 1298 Wabash 
Avenue. 

WILSON, Walter John, physician; born, New York City, Jan. 25, 
1848 ; son of John and Isabella Wilson ; educated in country school, 
Southfield, Mich.; Birmingham (Mich.) High School; New York College 
of Pharmacy; graduate Detroit Medical College, degree of M. D., 1879; 
married, Southfield, Apr. 9, 1873, Rebecca Jane Hutton. Resided in Oak- 
land Co., Mich., 1850-68, in New York City, 1868-72 ; in retail drug busi- 
ness in Detroit, 1874-79; has practiced in Detroit since 1879. Repub- 
lican. United Presbyterian. Member Wayne County Medical Society, 
Detroit Academy of Medicine (ex-president), Michigan State Medical 
Society, American Medical Association. Recreation: Reading. Office: 
188 Alfred St. Residence : 199 Ferry Av., E. 

WILfSON, Walter John, Jr., physician; born, Detroit, Feb. 6, 1876; 
son of Walter John and Rebecca Jane (Hutton) Wilson ; graduate Bishop 
School, Detroit, Jan., 1890; Central High School, Detroit, Jan., 1894; De- 
troit College of Medicine, degree of M. D., May, 1897. Married at De- 
troit, Sept. 23, 1900, Amelia H. Strickler, Has practiced in Detroit since 
May 4, 1897; instructor in experimental pharmacology Detroit College of 
Medicine. Member Wayne County Medical Society, Michigan State 
Medical Society, American Medical Association. Republican as to poli- 
tics. United Presbyterian in church affiliation. Recreation : Reading. 
Office: 188 Alfred St. Residence: 216 Theodore St. 

WILTON, H. Leonard, lumberman ; born, Sherborne, Eng., Oct. 
18, 1862; son of Joseph and Elizabeth C. (King) Wilton; educated in 
King's School, Sherborne, Dorset, and City of London College, London, 
Eng.; came to America, 1882; married at Detroit, June, 1891, Mary 
Elenor Jones. Began active career in Detroit in charge of lumber pur- 
chasing for Canada Southern R. R. Co. ; then director in the old Brush 
Electric Light Co., and secretary and treasurer of the Peninsular Electric 
Light Co. after it sold out to the General Electric Co. ; was secretary of 
the Art Stove Co., which sold out to another stove company. Secretary, 
treasurer and general manager Grace Harbor Lumber Co., of which he 
was one of the organizers, the company owning extensive lands in 
Presque He Co., Mich., and yards, docks, mills, etc., wholesale dealers in 
lumber, shingles, lath, telegraph and telephone poles, ties, paving posts, 
etc. Also president Grace Harbor Transportation Co. ; director National 
Tooth Pick Co., Lumber Carriers' Association of Great Lakes. Member 
Detroit Board of Commerce. Member American Archaeological Society, 
American Geographical Society. Republican. Congregationalist (mem- 
ber Michigan Congregational Association). Member Union Lodge, A. F. 
& A. M., King Cyrus Chapter, R. A. M. Clubs : Fellowcraft, North 
Channel Fishing, Detroit Motor Boat, Crosse He Casino Club. Recrea- 



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tions : Fishing, boating. Office : Foot West Grand Blvd., Detroit. Resi- 
dence : 523 Cass Av., Detroit ; summer residence, Grosse lie, Mich. 

WINFIELD, William N., printing; born, Detroit, Sept. 23, 1868; 
son of Henry and Sarah (Wilson) Winfield; educated in public schools 
of Detroit; married at Midland, Mich., 1891, Miss Nellie Larkin. Began 
active career, 1882, as a boy with the Richmond & Backus Co., became a 
partner in the company and retired, 1903 ; founder and president of the 
Winfield Co., printers and binders. Republican. Congregationalist. Ma- 
son. Recreation: Boating. Office: 99-105 Shelby St. Residence: 93 
Grummond Av. 

WING, Austin E., cashier; born, Monroe, Mich., Oct. 24, 1856; son 
of Talcott E. and Elizabeth (Johnson) Wing; educated in Monroe High 
School and University of Michigan, graduating degree of B. A., 1877; 
married at Monroe, Jan. 31, 1883, Emma M. Sterling. Began active ca- 
reer, July 12, 1875, with First National Bank, Monroe, continuing until 
1879; was with Farmers' and Mechanics' Bank (now Fourth National 
Bank), Grand Rapids, Mich., 1879-81 ; came to Detroit, 1881, on organiza- 
tion of Commercial National Bank, continuing with the Commercial Na- 
tional Bank until 1888; national bank examiner, 1888-92; became con- 
nected with State Savings Bank, Detroit, 1892, now People's State Bank, 
and was elected cashier. Mar. 26, 1906. Member Detroit Board of Com- 
merce. Clubs : Detroit, Detroit Boat. Recreation : Boating. Office : 
People's State Bank. Residence: 610 Brush St. 

WING, Jefferson T., manufacturer and merchant; born, Monroe, 
Mich., June 4, i860; son of Talcott E. and Elizabeth (Thurber) Wing; 
attended Monroe union schools until 15, Phillips Academy, Andover, 
Mass., one year, and later was a student for one year at Michigan Mili- 
tary Academy; married at Flint, Mich., Feb. 4, 1891, Miss Minnie B. Ax- 
ford. Began active career in employ of Buhl Sons & Co., Detroit, Feb. 2, 
1881, continuing four years; traveled for J. P. Donaldson until Dec, 
1886, when he started in mill supply business ; operates a store in Detroit, 
and manufactures wood pulleys, babbett metals and steam packings, also 
store and babbett metal factory in Windsor, Ont. Director United 
States Heater Co., Detroit. Democrat. Member Masonic order, Knights 
Templar, Shrine; Delta Tau Delta. Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Boat, De- 
troit Boat Club Yachtsman. Recreations : Sailing and horseback riding. 
Office: 15-19 Woodward Av. Residence: 1886 Woodward Av. 

WINTER, James Arthur, physician ; born, Chatham, Ont., Feb. 3, 
1864; son of George and Mary (Walker) Winter; educated in public 
schools of Detroit, graduating from High School ; M. D., Detroit College 
of Medicine, 1887; served as interne at Retundo Hospital, Dublin, Ire- 
land ; married, Detroit, Jan. 22, 1892, Mary Sackriber. Began practice in 
Detroit, Mar., 1888, as interne at St. Mary's Hospital. Republican. Pres- 
byterian. Member Wayne County and Michigan State Medical societies, 
American Medical Association, Detroit Academy of Medicine. Mason, 



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Knight Templar, Shriner. Recreations : Hunting and fishing. Address : 
100 Lafayette Av. 

WISE, Lester E., real estate; born, Branch Co., Mich., Aug. 23, 
1858; son of Christian and Minerva (Saxton) Wise; educated in public 
schools of Angola, Ind., and Coldwater, Mich. ; married at Battle Creek, 
Oct. 6, 1880, Gertrude Beach. Member real estate firm of Irvine & Wise ; 
treasurer Rouge River Salt Co. ; vice president Detroit Contracting Co. ; 
Michigan agent Florida East Coast Ry. Land Department. Member 
Detroit Board of Commerce, Detroit Real Estate Board. Recreation: 
Travel. Office: 214 Moffat Blk. Residence: The Lenox. 

WOLF, Fred C, brick manufacturer; born, Helena, Minn., July 3, 
1870; son of Fred H. and Mary (Cocash) Wolf; educated in Detroit pub- 
lic schools and Detroit Business University; married at Detroit, 1894, 
Miss Emma Zimmerman, Has resided in Detroit since 1873 ; learned 
brick making trade in his father's yard and continued with him, 1885-99 5 
began business 1899, as senior member of Wolf & Dei ; also director F. 
H. Wolf Brick Co. Member Builders' and Traders' Exchange. Repub- 
lican. Presbyterian, Member Masonic order. Office : 40 29th St. Resi- 
dence: 1449 Central Av. 

WOOD, Albert F., manufacturing perfumer; born, Fenton, Mich., 
July 22, 1868; descendant of Henry Wood, 1630, Puritan, Plymouth, 
Massachusetts; son of Alvah Ulysses and Sarah (Sheldon) Wood; edu- 
cated in public schools and at Ann Arbor; unmarried. Began in manu- 
facture of perfumery and toilet specialties in his own name, 1885, and 
still continues. Republican. Member Sons of American Revolution, 
Recreations : Yachting and automobiling. Office : Wood Laboratory 
Bldg., Cor. Fort St. and Trumbull Av. Residence : Tuller Hotel. 

WOOD, Andrew Chapman, oil merchant; born, Jackson, O., Sept. 
19, 1852; son of Jackson B. and America (White) Wood, and descendant 
of colonial ancestors; educated in public schools of Nashville, Tenn., and 
Detroit, and at Bryant & Stratton's Business College, Detroit; married 
at Detroit, 1874, Agnes J. Robb. Served as dispatch bearer, Army of the 
Cumberland, 1862-65 ; came to Detroit, 1865 ; has been identified with the 
oil business as representative of the Greenslabe Oil Co. since the begin- 
ning of his business career in 1866, and member of the firm since 1887. 
President Andrew C. Wood Realty Co. Republican. Presbyterian. Ma- 
son (32°), Detroit Commandery No. i ; member Sons of American Revo- 
lution, Mayflower Society. Recreations : Traveling and fishing. Office : 
38-40 Jefiferson Av., and 23d and M. C. R, R. Residence: 315 West 
Grand Blvd. 

WOOD, Emery Thomas, lawyer; born, Wayne Co,, Mich., Oct, 5, 
1848; son of John and Sarah A. (Fales) Wood ; educated in public schools 
and Law Department, University of Michigan, degree of LL. B., 1879 ; 
married at Nashville, Tenn., 1875, Fleda H. Ferine, Has practiced in De- 
troit since 1880. Republican. Member Detroit Bar Association. Ma- 



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son. Club: Detroit Boat. Office: 703 Moffat Bldg. Residence: 10 
Verona Flats. 

WOOD, John C, real estate; born, Saline, Mich., Sept. 12, 1844; son 
of Thomas and Harriet (Wickham) Wood; educated in public schools of 
Saline and Ypsilanti (Mich.) High School, graduating, 1864; married at 
Ypsilanti, Apr. 14, 1870, Blanche Rice. Engaged in farming, 1865-78; in 
newspaper work in Detroit, 1878-80; has been engaged in real estate op- 
erations since 1880; admitted L. F. Phister as partner in the business, 
1907, the title of the firm now being Wood & Phister. Member of De- 
troit Real Estate Board. Republican. Presbyterian. Member Masonic 
order. Recreations: Hunting and fishing. Office: 511 Hodges Bldg. 
Residence: 179 17th St. 

WOOD, William Bell; born, Syracuse, N. Y., July 4, 1870; son of 
Orson B. and Frances (Bush) Wood; educated at Albion College, Mich.; 
married at Albion, 1894, Miss Carrie Brown. Began business career in 
Chicago in employ of Fairbanks, Morse & Co., scales, engines, pumps and 
electrical machinery, 1892; came to Detroit as manager local branch, 
1904, and has so continued. Member National Credit Men's Association, 
Detroit Board of Commerce, Detroit Engineering Society. Republican. 
Methodist. Member A. F. & A. M. Clubs : Commercial, Detroit Motor. 
Office : 86 Jefferson Av. Residence : 626 Trumbull Av. 

WOODBURY, William Blanchard, manager telephone companies; 
born, Columbus, O., Nov. 11, 1876; son of Benjamin and Margaret 
(Evans) Woodbury; educated in public schools of Columbus and at Ohio 
State University; married at Columbus, Nov. 15, 1900, Mary W. Huling. 
Began active career in newspaper business in Columbus, 1896, soon after 
engaging in politics ; became identified with the various telephone enter- 
prises of the Everett Moore Syndicate, Cleveland, O., in 1900, continuing 
until Feb., 1906; came to Detroit to exploit the Home Telephone Co. 
and other telephone enterprises in Michigan. Secretary, treasurer, gen- 
eral manager and director Home Telephone Co. of Detroit, Cooperative 
Telephone Co., Detroit, Marquette Construction Co. of Detroit ; secre- 
tary, general manager and director Interstate Long Distance Telephone 
Co. ; member executive committee and chairman finance committee In- 
ternational Independent Telephone Co. ; general manager Electric Con- 
struction Co. of St. Louis, Mo; director Saginaw Valley Telephone Co., 
Saginaw, Mich. Member Detroit Chamber of Commerce, Detroit Board 
of Commerce. Republican. Secretary Republican County Committee, 
Columbus, and chairman congressional committee, 1900; member from 
I2th Congressional district Ohio Electoral College, 1900, and carried 
Ohio's ballot to Washington, Jan., 1901 ; delegate to various Ohio Repub- 
lican conventions. Episcopalian. Member Ohio Society of Detroit. 
Clubs : Detroit, Fellowcraft, Rushmere. Office : Home Telephone Bldg. 
Residence: 73 Pingree Av. 

WOODISON, Edward J., president Detroit Foundry Supply Co. ; 
born, Ridgetown, Ont., Apr. 23, 1874; son of Edward and Mary (Carr) 



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Woodison ; educated in public schools of Windsor, Ont. ; married at 
Windsor, June 24, 1896, Emma Potter. Began active career at 16 years of 
age as stenographer in foundry supply and fire brick business ; went on 
the road as salesman same line at 17; became manager fire brick depart- 
ment of a Cincinnati house at 23, did some traveling for same house and 
edited house organ ; removed to Detroit, and has been at the head of the 
Detroit Foundry Supply Co. since June i, 1903. Also president Acme 
Foundry Co.; director Advance Machinery Co. Mason (32°). Club: 
Commercial. Recreations: Literature and outdoor diversions. Office: 
Ferry Av, and Dequindre St. Residence : 309 Frederic Av. 

WOODRUFF, Fremont; born, Detroit, Feb. 14, 1857; son of Charles 
P. and Marriet B. (Boyd) Woodruff; educated in public schools; read law 
and was admitted to the bar before the Supreme Court of Michigan, 
1878; married, Detroit, Nov. 24, 1890, Annie L. Stevens. Practiced law 
in Detroit, 1879-82 ; became interested in commercial interests, manufac- 
turing, real estate and mining, and associated for many years with the 
late William H. Stevens in his various enterprises. Chairman board of 
managers Stevens Land Co., Ltd. ; president Bumpus Stevens Co. ; di- 
rector American Exchange National Bank; treasurer Iron Silver Mining 
Co. Republican. Presbyterian. Member Board of Commerce. Clubs : 
Detroit Golf, Old Club, Detroit Boat. Recreation: Golf. Office: 615 
Stevens Bldg. Residence : 41 Watson St. 

WOOLFENDEN, Joseph Bedale, dry goods merchant; born, Bel- 
fast, Ireland, May 23, 1840; son of James and Anne (Bedale) Woolfen- 
den ; educated in private schools, Belfast, and Manchester, Eng. ; mar- 
ried, ist, Detroit, Elizabeth Agnes Lumsden (died, 1878) ; 2nd, at De- 
troit, 1879, Rachel J. Lumsden. Began active career in 1855, in the silk 
and dress goods department of the American shipping house of Firth, 
Slingsby & Co., Manchester, Eng., continuing until 1861 ; came to Amer- 
ica, 1861, and from August to December of the same year, was with 
James Davis, dry goods, Kingston, Ont. ; was connected with J. & R. 
Blyth, Brockville, Ont., Dec, i86i-Apr., 1862; located in Detroit, 1862, 
and was in employ of James W. Farrell, dry goods, until 1869, and with 
Newcomb, Endicott & Co., purchasers of the business, 1869-77; removed 
to Saginaw City, Mich., and associated with A. W. Wright in dry goods 
business under title of J. B. Woolfenden & Co., for three and one-half 
years, 1877-80; returned to Detroit, Sept., 1880, and has since been identi- 
fied with the Taylor-Woolfenden Co., importers and dealers in dry goods, 
of which is 2nd vice president. Was member First Regiment Manchester 
(Eng.) Volunteers for three years. Republican. Episcopalian. Mem- 
ber Royal Arcanum. Club : Fellowcraft. Recreation : Cultivation of 
flowers. Office: 165-169 Woodward Av. Residence: 25 Alexandrine 
Avenue, E. 

WOOLLEY, George Henry; born in Monmouth Co., N. J., Jan. 30, 
1861 ; son of Montillion Wood and Lydia (Emery) Woolley; educated 
in public schools of New Jersey; married, Long Branch, N. J., 1881, Anna 



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Adaline Sherman. Began active career as clerk in general store of Stein- 
bach Bros., Long Branch, N. J., becoming manager of a branch store of 
the firm; became clerk and bookkeeper at Hotel Bristol, New York City^ 
1886, and in 1889, steward of the Hotel Iroquois, Buffalo, and later man- 
ager of the hotel ; has been one of the managers of Hotel Pontchartrain, 
Detroit, since Oct., 1907, and is vice president Pontchartrain Hotel Co. 
Republican. Methodist. Member Chamber of Commerce, Buffalo. Ma- 
son (33°). Clubs: Ellicott and Buffalo (both of Buffalo, N. Y.). Office: 
Hotel Pontchartrain. Residence: 842 Cass Av. 

WORMER, Clarkson C, machinery; born, Oswego, N. Y., Oct. 26, 
1850; son of Grover S. and Maria (Crolius) Wormer; educated in public 
schools of Detroit; married, Detroit, 1875, Minnie Horton. Began active 
career as clerk in banking house of Kennedy & Taylor; then was in em- 
ploy of his father and brother, G. S. Wormer & Son, machinery (founded, 
1857) ; was admitted to the firm, 1873, which, upon retirement of his fa- 
ther, 1884, was conducted by three sons ; firm incorporated, 1889, as C. C. 
Wormer Machinery Co., of which he has since been president. Also 
treasurer Austin Separator Co., Wright Manufacturing Co. Member De- 
troit Board of Commerce, Veteran Corps Detroit Light Guard (member 
Guard since 1871). Republican. Episcopalian. Member Royal Arcanum, 
Loyal Legion (by inheritance). Clubs: Detroit, Old Club. Recreations: 
General athletics, baseball, boating, etc. Office: 97-101 Woodbridge St. 
Residence : 59 High St., E. 

WORMLEY, William G.; born, Marshall, Mich., Sept. 30, 1862; son 
of S. P. and Maryett (Fargo) Wormley; educated in public schools of 
Marshall, Mich. ; married at Chicago, 1893, Miss Stella Hahn. Began 
active career as clerk for American Express Co., at Grand Rapids, Mich., 
1880; was route agent Michigan division, and later assistant superintend- 
ent same division; removed to Detroit, 1900, and since 1902 has been su- 
perintendent Michigan division. Club: Fellowcraft. Office: Elks' Tem- 
ple Bldg. Residence: 212 Hancock Av., E. 

WRIGHT, Ammi Willard, manufacturer, capitalist; born, Grafton, 
Vt., July 5, 1822; son of Nathan and Polly (Lamson) Wright; educated 
in public schools of Rockingham, Vt. ; married, Harriet Barton (now de- 
ceased) ; again, at Exeter, Can., Dec. 21, 1885, Anna Case. Came to De- 
troit, 1850, expecting to go into business here, but at the close of about 
a year went to Saginaw, Mich., and entered lumber business; associated 
with others as Miller, Paine & Wright, and bought the "Big Mill" at 
Saginaw, 1859; bought out partners' interest and organized the A. W. 
Wright Lumber Co., 1865 ; organized the Wells-Stone Mercantile Co., 
Saginaw, 1867, which, in addition to other transactions, bought pine land 
in the Missabe Range, Minn., which proved to be underlaid with iron ; 
sold (1895) these timber and mineral lands to the James J. Hill interests 
(Great Northern R. R.) ; organized the Wright-Blodgett Co., 1899, tim- 
ber lands ; owner of large real estate interests in Kansas City and Minne- 
apolis and Texas, banking interests in Minneapolis, Duluth, New York 



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City, Detroit and Saginaw; owner of 3,000 acres of improved land in 
Gratiot County, Mich. ; patron and trustee of Alma College, Alma, Mich., 
since its foundation. President Advance Thresher Co., Battle Creek, 
Mich., Peerless Portland Cement Co., Union City, Mich., Alma Manufac- 
turing Co., Alma, Mich., First State Bank, Alma, Cincinnati, Saginaw & 
Mackinaw R. R. Co., A. W. Wright Lumber Co., Saginaw, Taylor-Wool- 
fenden Co., Detroit, Current River Land and Cattle Co.; director Mar- 
shall-Wells Hardware Co., Duluth, Alma Grain and Lumber Co., Alma 
Sanitarium Co., Old Detroit National Bank, Bank of Saginaw, Detroit 
Trust Co., Atlas Oats Co., Kansas City, Wright-Blodgett Co., American- 
Abell Engine and Thresher Co., Toronto, Can. Republican as to politi- 
cal affiliation. Episcopalian as to religious belief. Recreations : Farming 
and stock raising. Address : Alma, Mich. 

WRIGHT, Charles, manufacturing chemist; born, Wayne Co., N. 
Y., Nov. 26, 1850; son of Rev. Thomas and Ruth (Smith) Wright; edu- 
cated in public schools, Normal School at Ypsilanti, Mich. ; University 
of Michigan and special course in pharmacy, Columbia College, New 
York ; married at Brooklyn, N. Y., 1880, Louise Kemlo. Began the man- 
ufacture of proprietary medicines in 1881 ; now president Charles Wright 
Chemical Co. ; president United Druggists' Supply Association. Re- 
publican ; elected treasurer Republican State Central Committee ; ap- 
pointed U. S. Revenue Collector by President McKinley, 1898, and served 
six years. Presbyterian. Clubs : Detroit, Detroit Boat, Country. Rec- 
reations: Hunting, fishing. Office: 20-22 Woodbridge Av., E. Resi- 
dence : 630 Jefferson Av. 

WRIGHT, Harry A., merchant ; born, Toronto, Can., Feb. 14, 1863 ; 
son of Harry and Sarah (McDermott) Wright; educated in public 
schools of Detroit; married at Detroit, Sept., 1893, Mary Leora Rivard. 
Began career with F. Buhl, Newland & Co., as errand boy; became house 
salesman for Henry A. Newland & Co., later traveling salesman for same 
house until 1899, when with others he assisted in organizing the firm of 
G. H. Gates & Co. Republican. Member Oriental Lodge, A. F. & A. M., 
U. C. T., Toledo Commercial Travelers' Association. Recreations : Base- 
ball and all outdoor sports. Office: 190-192 Jefferson Av. Residence: 
375 Cadillac Av. 

WRIGHT, Henry M., jewelry; born, Hudson, O., Aug. 15, 1843; 
son of Philo and Electa E. (Coe) Wright; graduate Western Reserve 
College, A. B., 1864, A.M., 1866; married at San Francisco, Calif., Sept. 
23, 1872, Flora M. Haight. Was a member Co. B, 85th Ohio Volunteers, 
at time of Civil War; came to Detroit, 1864; was connected with U. S. 
Lake Survey, 1865-72; became a member of the jewelry firm of Roehm & 
Wright, Mar., 1872; the firm being changed Mar. i, 1886, to Wright, 
Kay & Co., incorporated. May, 1906, of which became president. Mem- 
ber Detroit Board of Commerce. Republican. Presbyterian. Member 
Detroit Chapter Delta Kappa Epsilon. Clubs: Country, Detroit Boat; 



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Lake Placid, Adirondack (New York). Office: 140-144 Woodward Av. 
Residence : 999 Woodward Av. 

WRIGHT, Hiram Augustus, physician ; born, Guelph, Ont., Can., 
Mar. 13, 1863; son of James Garrard and Marie (Fisk) Wright; educated 
in country school until 1877; Guelph Collegiate Institute until 1880; To- 
ronto School of Medicine, 1882-85 ; received degree of M. D., C. M., from 
Victoria University, 1885 ; took post-graduate course in New York, 1885 ; 
received Licentiate Degree, Royal College of Physicians, London, Eng., 
1886; married at Erie, Pa., Nov. 4, 1897, Cornelia C. Henrichs. Member 
Wayne County and Michigan State Medical societies, American Medical 
Association. Recreations : Boating, literature. Office : 80 Washington 
Av. Residence : 426 Pennsylvania Av. 

WRIGHT, James North, manufacturing; born, Middletown, Conn., 
Mar. 10, 1839; son of James L. and Lucy (North) Wright; educated un- 
der private tutors and at academy ; married at Oberlin, O., 1876, Marion 
Morse. Engaged for a number of years in copper mining in the Upper 
Peninsular region and became superintendent of the Quincy and Calu- 
met and Hecla Mines ; located in Detroit, 1893 ; now president Ideal 
Manufacturing Co., plumbers' supplies ; director American National 
Bank, Detroit Trust Co. Republican. Episcopalian. Junior warden St. 
John's Church. Member Board of Commerce. Club: Detroit. Office: 
546-590 Franklin St. Residence : 34 Warren Av., E. 

WURZER, Louis Charles, lawyer; born, Detroit, Jan. 6, 1875; son 
of Carl and Theresa (Kuhn) Wurzer; educated in St. Mary's parochial 
school, Everett public school, Detroit College of Law and University of 
Notre Dame, where he took English and Law Course for three years and 
received degree of LL. B., June, 1896; married at Detroit, Nov. 26, 1902, 
Lucile Henkel, daughter of Edward and Emma Henkel. Has practiced 
in Detroit since June, 1896. President Electric Sad Iron Co. ; director 
South Bend Iron Bed Co. Served in Navy during Spanish-American 
War, on board U. S. S. Yosemite as a member of Detroit Naval Reserves. 
Assistant prosecuting attorney Wayne County, Jan. i, 1901-Jan. i, 1907. 
Member Detroit Bar Association. Republican. Roman Catholic. Mem- 
ber Knights of Columbus, United Spanish War Veterans. Clubs : Coun- 
try, University, Harmonic, etc. Office: 426-428 Majestic Bldg. Resi- 
dence: 1298 Brush St. 

WYLIE, Milton G., merchant; born, Brown Co., Minn., Mar. 25, 
1867; son of John and Belle (Hogle) Wylie ; educated in district schools 
of Polk Co., la. ; married at Clarkson, Mich., 1890, Millie M. Wolfe. En- 
gaged in farming in Polk Co., la., until 1886; then in lumber woods of 
Northern Michigan until 1888; was connected with Stanton, Sampson & 
Co., and later with Daniels & Ives, and Monroe, Rosenfield & Co. ; asso- 
ciated with others and in spring of 1906 bought stock of latter firm, and 
has since been president of The Moore-Wylie Co., furnishing goods. Di- 
rector Marvel Waist Co. Prohibitionist. Baptist. Office: 180 Jefferson 
Av. Residence : 24 Prentis Av. 



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WYMAN, Hal Clement, surgeon; born, Anderson, Ind., Mar. 22, 
1852; son of Henry and Zelinda (Carpenter) Wyman; educated in public 
schools of Indiana and Michigan; M. Sc, Michigan State Agricultural 
College; degree of M. D., University of Michigan, 1873; post-graduate 
studies in medical schools of Edinburgh, Berlin and Paris, 1875-76; mar- 
ried at Adrian, Mich., Oct. 30, 1879, Jennie L. Barnum, who died, Nov. 
13, 1904; again, Detroit, June 12, 1907, Lulu A. Weeks. Has practiced in 
Detroit since 1879; professor surgery, Michigan College of Medicine and 
Surgery ; surgeon Detroit Emergency Hospital. Member Wayne County 
and Michigan State Medical societies, Lambton Co. (Ont.) Medical So- 
ciety, Mississippi Valley Medical Association, American Medical Associa- 
tion, Detroit Academy of Medicine, Detroit Board of Commerce. Mem- 
ber Michigan State Board of Charities and Correction, National Confer- 
ence of Charities, National Prison Congress. Mason, Knight Templar. 
Clubs: Detroit, Detroit Boat, Recreation: Rural residence in summer. 
Address: 46 Adams Av., W., Detroit. Summer residence: Wyman 
Farms, Gibraltar, Mich. 

YATES, Henry Wellington, physician and surgeon; born, Oxford 
Tp., Ont., Can., Feb. 24, 1867; son of Albert and Margaret (Eastman) 
Yates; came to Michigan with parents, 1874; educated in public schools 
of Washington, Mich.; Romeo (Mich.) High School, graduating, June, 
1886; Detroit College of Medicine, 1891-94, degree of M. D., 1894; house 
surgeon St. Mary's Hospital, Detroit, 1894-95 ; married at Detroit, Aug. 
4, 1898, Margaret M. Vibbert. Has engaged in practice in Detroit since 
Mar., 1894; teacher of obstetrics, Detroit College of Medicine; member 
Wayne- County Medical Society, Michigan State Medical Society, Ameri- 
can Medical Association. Republican. Congregationalist. Recreation: 
Travel. Address: 1360 Fort St., W. 

YEOMANS, Arthur; born, Camden, Can., Aug. 11, 1843; son of 
Andrew and Jane (Milligan) Yeomans; educated in public schools of 
New York state ; married at Detroit, 1866, Annie Kew. Became resident 
of New York state, 1854; enlisted as private in Co. F, 8ist New York 
Volunteer Infantry, 1861, and discharged as sergeant in 1865, Army of 
the Potomac and Army of the James ; returned to New York after being 
discharged from military service and in spring of 1866 located in Detroit; 
was connected with the Detroit Chair Factory, 1866-76, and then was a 
member of the police force for one year. Began the manufacture of 
boxes, 1878, as Baxter & Yeomans, the title becoming Detroit Box Co., 
and later Yeomans, Cheseborough & Co., which continued for ten years; 
then Yeomans Lumber and Box Co. until January, 1906, since which time 
the title has been the Acme Box Co. Republican. Episcopalian. Mem- 
ber Detroit Post, G. A. R. Office: 909 Fort St., W. Residence: 107 
Trumbull Av. 

YERKES, George B., lawyer; born, Novi, Mich., Nov. 16, 1864; 
son of Robert and Sarah (Holmes) Yerkes; educated at State Normal 



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School, Ypsilanti, Mich., and Law Department, University of Michigan, 
graduating, degree of LL. B., 1888; married at Detroit, June 16, 1891, 
Jennie Butterfield. Has been resident of Detroit since 1888; member 
law firm of Haug & Yerkes, 1890-1907. President Murphy Iron Works, 
Brush Runabout Co. ; director F. A. Thompson Co., Eclipse Machinery 
Co. Member Detroit Bar Association (first vice president), Michigan 
State Bar Association. Republican. Member Masonic order, B. P. O. E. 
Clubs: Fellowcraft, Detroit Golf. Recreation: Golf. Office: 41 Home 
Bank Bldg. Residence: looi 2nd Av. 

YORK, Francis L., musical director; born at Ontonagon, Mich., 
Mar. 9, 1861 ; son of Rev. L. C. and Frances De Grace (Collester) York; 
graduate Ann Arbor (Mich.) High School, 1878, University of Michigan, 
B. A., 1883 (only graduate ever unanimously recommended by faculty 
for M. A. degree, suinma aim laiide ; studied organ and composition with 
Alexander Guilmant, Paris, 1892, 1898; married at Brighton, Mich., Sept. 
9, 1883, Mary O. Albright. Teacher piano, organ and composition Uni- 
versity School of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Mich., 1892-06; head of piano de- 
partment. State Normal Conservatory, Ypsilanti, Mich., 1896-1908; di- 
rector Detroit Conservatory of Music since 1902, and president of cor- 
poration ; organist and director Central M. E. Church, Detroit, since 1902. 
Represented Michigan as concert organist, Pan-American Exposition, 
Buffalo, 1901 ; alternated with Alexander Guilmant of Paris in organ con- 
certs, St. Louis Exposition, 1904; gave numerous concerts, recitals, etc. 
In 1905 furnished report to French Government on music study in Amer- 
ica, with special reference to conservatory work. Chairman music com- 
mittee Detroit City Bi-Centenary, 1901 ; city music historian, 1901. Ex- 
secretary Music Teachers' National Association (refused presidency) ; 
member New York Manuscript Society, Arcanthus Club. Author: Har- 
mony Simplified (fifth edition, 1900) ; Text-Book in Counterpoint, 1907. 
Residence : 235 Hancock Av., W. Office : 530 Woodward Av. 

YOST, George P., furrier; born, Canada, May 21, 1873; son of Hen- 
ry and Mary (Kreuger) Yost; educated in public schools of Hamilton, 
Ont., and collegiate institute; married at Detroit, Mar. i, 1900, Alice A. 
Carter. Began in fur factory of Walter Buhl & Co., to learn the trade, 
1890, and was buyer and manager for De Steiger, Fallon & Co., 1898- 
1905 ; in business alone since 1905. Republican. Methodist. Office: 226 
Woodward Av. Residence : 198 Palmer Av., E. 

YOUNGLOVE, Lyle G., lawyer; born in Livingston Co., Mich.; 
son of George and Margaret (Lawson) Younglove; educated in public 
schools of Howell, Mich., Detroit Business University and Detroit Col- 
lege of Law, LL. B., 1894; married at Detroit, Aug. 9, 1906, Augusta M. 
Wilson. Has practiced in Detroit since 1894 ; member firm of Wilkinson 
& Younglove. Republican. Member Wayne County and Michigan State 
Bar associations. Mason. Office: 43 Buhl Blk. Residence: 52 Chope 
Place. 



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ZEIGEN, Frederic H., real estate and building contractor; born, 
Saginaw, Mich., Apr. 18, 1874; son of Cass and Marion (Weber) Zeigen; 
educated in public schools of Saginaw up to 1890; Ypsilanti High School, 
graduating, 1896; Ypsilanti State Normal College, graduating, 1899; 
Nashville College, Law Department, LL. B. ; George Washington Uni- 
versity, Washington, D. C, LL. D. ; married at Ypsilanti, Aug. 20, 1899, 
Myrtle Comer. Was superintendent public schools for several years after 
leaving college; established the Zeigen Real Estate Exchange, Detroit, 
1901, and has since been engaged in real estate and building operations, 
averaging about fifty-five buildings per year, stores, factories and homes. 
President and general manager Zeigen Construction Co. ; general mana- 
ger Zeigen Real Estate Exchange; vice president and director Detroit 
Concrete Stone Co., Detroit Hydraulic Stone Co. ; secretary and treasurer 
United Construction Co.; secretary Great Lakes Concrete Machinery 
Co. ; treasurer Metropolitan Publishing Co. ; director Great Lakes Con- 
crete Co. Member Detroit Real Estate Board. Former captain of Light 
Infantry, Saginaw (1890-92); first lieutenant Adrian Volunteers for 
Spanish-American War. Member National Educational Association, 
Michigan State Teachers' Association. Republican. Methodist. Mem- 
ber Masonic order. Modern Woodmen of America. Recreation: Auto- 
mobiling. Well known as writer of poems and short stories in maga- 
zines ; also well known as composer of songs, words and music to "My 
Michigan," "God Bless Our Home," and other songs. Office: 719-721 
Majestic Bldg. Residence: 242 Melbourne Av. 

ZENNER, Albert Henry, manufacturer ; born, Syracuse, N. Y., Aug. 
2, 1869; son of Simon H. Zenner; educated in public schools of New York 
state; married at Cincinnati, O., Dec. 14, 1906, Laura Lehman. Began 
career in employ of the Electrical Supply Co. of Chicago; came to De- 
troit, 1893, and organized the Zenner Disinfectant Co., of which has since 
been manager. Republican. Member Michigan State Board of Agricul- 
ture (advisory committee), Detroit Board of Commerce. Office: 84 
Lafayette Blvd. Residence : 757 Brush Blvd. 



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